Digital Pulpit: Understanding Media Liability for Churches

Faith, Stewardship, & Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches

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In this episode of Faith Stewardship and Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches, host Ron Wadley from Insurance for Texans discusses the important topic of media liability for churches that publish online content. Highlighting a real-life example from a church in Lubbock, the episode underscores the new risks introduced by digital ministries, such as live streaming and social media activities. It elaborates on the types of exposures churches may face, such as copyright infringement and commentary on sensitive issues, and why standard liability policies often fall short. The episode emphasizes the importance of consulting with a church insurance specialist to secure adequate media liability coverage to protect the church's reputation, finances, and long-term ministry. For a review of your church’s policy, connect with our church insurance team at insurancefortexans.com Grab a copy of our book at thepromiseofcertainty.com 00:00 Introduction to Faith Stewardship and Insurance 00:25 Understanding Media Liability for Churches 00:47 Real-Life Example: Billy's Church in Lubbock 01:32 The Risks of Digital Ministry 02:18 What Media Liability Policies Cover 02:50 Common Surprises in Media Liability 03:33 Steps to Secure Media Liability Coverage 04:22 Conclusion and Next Steps