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written for the purpose of continuing that engagement. Further, I argue that Lemkin’s advocacy for international justice hinges upon a view of humanity outside of such violent ideologies. In sum, I argue that accepting the subjective, intimately contingent nature of each person’s understanding of the world is the most useful way to avoid being drawn into the perpetuation of genocide. What is Genocide?Genocide is the death of meaning. In the most basic view, then, the question of genocide’s meaning is

written for the purpose of continuing that engagement. Further, I argue that Lemkin’s advocacy for international justice hinges upon a view of humanity outside of such violent ideologies. In sum, I argue that accepting the subjective, intimately contingent nature of each person’s understanding of the world is the most useful way to avoid being drawn into the perpetuation of genocide. What is Genocide?Genocide is the death of meaning. In the most basic view, then, the question of genocide’s meaning is

Retention of Information on PersonsFiles containing some or all of the following records may exist for the pastor, other rostered persons, employees, registered seminary students, and volunteers. Description of RecordsCare of RecordsFinal Disposition Letters of call Letters of employment Letters of application Job descriptions Resumes Correspondence Honors and clippingsRight to privacy laws dictate that these files must be held in strictest confidence. However, the file must be made available

child abuse are required to be reported to the authorities. Whether such reporting requirements apply to pastors may vary. Consult an attorney in your state for guidance on such matters. Final Disposition An understanding of the nature of a particular pastoral care relationship will determine the appropriate disposition of its records.

Retention of Documents and Reports Description of RecordsCare of RecordsFinal Disposition Reports from the synod to the ELCA Church Council Reports from synod staff or about various synod partnerships and activities Publications of the bishop Worship bulletins for synod sponsored eventsThese are created electronically but used and preserved as paper documents. These documents add to the story of the synod and should be collected in the archives of the synod or region. If not included in synod

. Congregation annual reportsRetain current copy.Send inactive copy to the synod or regional archives. Congregation statistical reportsIf received on paper, retain current copy for 2 years.Destroy as replaced Congregation benevolence giving statementRetain while current.Destroy as replaced Letters of call or employmentRetain the current copy. (Place the original copy in the individual’s file.)Records are retained permanently by the synod. Congregation profileRetain while current.Send inactive documents to

, gifts, and endowmentsMust be included in the minutes of the synod assemblySend with the minutes to the ELCA archives. Bequests after distribution Mortgages paid in full Legal files and notes on synodically owned real estate Loans and notes after sale or terminationRetain for 20 yearsShred after 20 years Canceled checks or copies of canceled checks Cash receipt record Special fund-raising appeal record Bank reconciliations Accounts payable vouchers, originals, and documentation Payroll administration

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