Protecting the Vulnerable | The Conversation

In Episode 3 of The Conversation, titled “Protecting the Vulnerable,” Pastor Brad Cauley sits down with Angela Prieto from Risk Management and Ellen Roberts, Associate Director and Sterling Volunteer Coordinator for the Carolina Conference, for a practical discussion about volunteer screening, background checks, and keeping our churches safe.Together, they walk through why screening matters, who needs to be screened, what the Sterling Volunteers process involves, and how churches can better protect children, volunteers, and ministry spaces. They also address common questions about volunteer drivers, mandatory reporting, privacy, background checks, and the differences between North Carolina and South Carolina requirements.This episode reminds us that safety is not just about policy or compliance — it is an expression of love for our neighbor and part of following Jesus.The Conversation is a Carolina Conference podcast featuring thoughtful discussions on topics relevant to pastors, church members, ministry leaders, and the wider Carolina Conference constituency.