The Board of Directors is grateful to announce Laura Thien, MSW, LISW-CP, as the next Executive Director of GRACE. The Board sought a leader who embodies Christ-centered compassion, professional excellence, and a deep commitment to protecting the vulnerable. Laura’s heart for the Church and her conviction that God calls us to create safe, accountable, and compassionate communities aligns profoundly with GRACE’s mission. 

On June 22nd, 2021 public statements were made questioning GRACE’s commitment to survivors and external reviews in response to abuse allegations. The person who made those comments has since apologized. The following is a statement, made on June 29th, 2021, regarding those comments.

G.R.A.C.E. (Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment) is assisting churches in Central Florida in tackling abuse through comprehensive training. By equipping church leaders to recognize, respond to, and prevent various forms of abuse, including clergy sexual misconduct and child abuse, G.R.A.C.E. aims to address gaps in education and ensure safer church environments.

WSAW in Wausau, WI recently featured GRACE in a news report about a recent investigation. The article takes a good look at what goes into a GRACE investigation, as well as our overall mission and purpose.

On June 22nd, 2021 public statements were made questioning GRACE’s commitment to survivors and external reviews in response to abuse allegations. The person who made those comments has since apologized. The following is a statement, made on June 29th, 2021, regarding those comments.

The GRACE board is thrilled to announce that Pete Singer will succeed Boz Tchividjian as the next Executive Director of GRACE beginning on January 1, 2021. Boz looks forward to continuing his service as a member of the GRACE board.