Facts of Interest

The conclusion that child molesters are never cured comes from interpreting data that indicates pedophiles are wired differently in their psycho-sexual makeup, which is at the core of human self identity. What this means for church leaders is the man who has molested children in the past can never again be trusted, even if he has the best intentions and shows all indications of change. It can be assumed that the temptation remains, and that it is sometimes a strong temptation. David Grimm, a marriage and family therapist who has worked extensively with sex offenders and victims stated: “It’s not curable, but the best you can hope for is to engage the person’s conscience so they don’t want to create new victims.” Page 27

These are direct quotes from the book by Attorney Voyle A. Glover, Protecting Your Church Against Sexual Predators: Legal FAQs for Church Leaders

FAQ What ages of children need protection against child molesters?

Answer: All children from infants to teenagers, are at risk

All ages of children are at risk, depending somewhat on the psycho-sexual makeup of the individual offender. However, one age group, boys and girls ages 8 to 12, seems to be more frequently targeted than others. In working with sexual predators and their victims, David Grimm has found that the typical child molester is drawn to children between the ages of 8 and 12 years, children whose bodies have not matured. Page 35

These are direct quotes from:

Glover, Voyle A, Protecting Your Church Against Sexual Predators: Legal FAQs for Church Leaders