Pastoral Ministries

Respect Life Office

All Gabriel Project Angels are volunteers.  Very few are licensed or degreed counselors, doctors, or lawyers.  We cannot give medical or legal advice nor do we try to handle on our own, someone who is alcohol or drug addicted or has what seems to be serious mental illness.

It is imperative that we learn to know our limitations and have the adequate resource information available for those who need it.  When in doubt about whether to refer someone to a professional, call on your pastor or find someone in these various professions who will be advisors to your group.  Pray for discernment and prudence.  Never give legal or medical advice unless you are a doctor or lawyer and can legally do so.
 

Confidentiality

Gabriel Project is an apostolate that deals with very personal issues, thus it is imperative that all who are part of the Gabriel Project maintain its integrity by respecting the confidentiality of each person who comes for help.  Only in cases of intent to do bodily harm, suicide or suspected child abuse may we break that confidentiality to the proper authorities. 

Confidentiality within the Gabriel Project means that no identifying details or names of Moms are talked about to ANYONE.  Within the Gabriel Project, Mom's name and details must also remain anonymous.  Discussion may be used for helping and conferring purposes only.  Our speech and conduct must be charitable and a reflection of Christ to others.  Do not slander or speak ill of anyone; stay with the facts and only the facts.
 

Release Forms

When a minor is being housed, special release forms must be signed and notarized by the child’s legal guardian.  Home agreements and liability release forms, along with rules and guidelines, must be signed both when housing minors or adults. If information needs to be exchanged with another agency or persons for purposes of helping a woman, please use a release form.  (Gabriel Project Resource Manual)