
Sanctuary Peacemakers
I Thought That Was Legal: Why Church Safety Ministries Need to Know the Law
Good intentions aren’t enough when your church safety ministry is operating on assumptions about the law. In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, we look at why understanding the laws where you serve matters—from trespass and use of force to firearms, custody disputes, protection orders, medical emergencies, and more. We’ll also discuss the difference between church policy and law, criminal and civil liability, and why insurance coverage shouldn’t be taken for granted. Knowing the law shouldn’t make your ministry afraid to act. It should help you prepare so that when something happens, you can respond with greater confidence and within the boundaries of the law. I use PodMatch to connect with guests for this podcast—if you’re interested in podcasting, it’s a great resource. https://www.joinpodmatch.com/sanctuary_peacemaker Intro Music “Not Today” by Haley Jones Used with permission. © Haley Jones Release Date: October 31, 2024 Listen on Apple Music: “Not Today” by Haley Jones Website : https://www.haleyjonesofficial.com/ Outro Music “ Sound Mind ” performed by Lesley Jones Written by: Lesley Jones, Kevin Winebarger, Joshua Frerichs Produced by: Joshua Frerichs Mixed & Mastered by: Joshua Frerichs Release Date: January 16, 2026 Used with permission Listen on Apple Music: “Sound Mind” by Lesley Jones

