SANFORD (FL)
Ethnos360, formerly New Tribes Mission
February 2020
Forward
While this document is written primarily to our members, our first apology is rightly to the
MKs [Missionary Kids] who were victims of abuse and to their families.
To those who have been impacted by abuse as a result of the failures of individuals and our
organization, we want to express our deepest sorrow. The things we have learned through
the investigative reports, and those things we still may not know about, should never have
happened to you or to any child or family. May we never forget the cost of these failures to
our children, our members, and the God we endeavor to represent
Introduction
The stories of the Missionary Kids (MKs) who suffered the atrocities of abuse are a grim
reminder of the ongoing consequences of the sins committed against them. Sadly, abuse and
mistreatment of children is part of the history of New Tribes Mission. There is no excuse for
the wrongs that occurred. Nothing can justify the actions of those individuals who harmed
children or protected abusers. In writing this document, we do not want to forget or
minimize the consequences of these actions. We believe it is appropriate and right that the
MKs have come forward with their stories, and we thank them for their bravery and
tenacity. We believe it is appropriate to make known this history. Additionally, we hope
that anyone reading this will learn from our mistakes. We do not want to see this history
repeated. The damage is long lasting. The cost is too high. We implore any reader to
remain vigilant in your ministry, your life, and the opportunities you have to care for and
protect children.
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