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The position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on abuse is that "abuse cannot be tolerated in any form. Those who abuse their spouses, children, other family members, or anyone else violate the laws of God and man. . . . When abuse occurs, the first and immediate responsibility of Church leaders is to help those who have been abused and to protect vulnerable persons from future abuse."<ref>[https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/general-handbook/38-church-policies-and-guidelines?lang=eng#title_number92 38.6.2 "Abuse,"] General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (2022).</ref>
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Abuse and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on abuse is that "abuse cannot be tolerated in any form. Those who abuse their spouses, children, other family members, or anyone else violate the laws of God and man. . . . When abuse occurs, the first and immediate responsibility of Church leaders is to help those who have been abused and to protect vulnerable persons from future abuse."[1]

To view articles about abuse and the Church, click "Expand" in the blue bar:

Articles about Abuse
General Principles
Specific Cases



Notes

  1. ↑ 38.6.2 "Abuse," General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (2022).
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