White Paper: The Blood of the Martyrs and Legal Liability

How can mission organizations honor their calling while protecting themselves from modern legal liability?

This White Paper explains how changing cultural attitudes and expanded tort liability have created new risks for missions. It outlines the lawsuits ministries may face—ranging from negligence claims to historic abuse litigation—and proposes a balanced approach that neither ignores risk nor eliminates the core mission. By focusing on informed consent, robust member care, and clear crisis protocols, organizations can steward their mission faithfully while reducing exposure to catastrophic lawsuits.