Faith, Stewardship, & Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches
Helping church leaders, pastors, and administrators understand the basics of Texas Church insurance and how they can mitigate risk while maximizing the reach of their mission.
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How Do You Know Your Church Has Enough Auto Insurance?
In this episode of Faith Stewardship and Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches, host Ron Wadley discusses the importance of church auto insurance. Highlighting a real-life scenario where a church van was involved in a fender-bender, this episode underscores the necessity of proper insurance coverage for church owned vehicles. Ron talks through both preventative measures and appropriate insurance coverage. Do you have the right auto coverage? Reach out to our church insurance team and they will review your church’s policy. Go to insurancefortexans.com If you want to read more about church insurance, get a copy of our book, The Promise of Certainty, at thepromiseofcertainty.com 00:00 Introduction to Faith Stewardship and Insurance 00:32 The Importance of Church Auto Insurance 00:49 Real-Life Example: The Lubbock Church Van Incident 01:13 Understanding Commercial Auto Insurance 01:44 Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage 02:24 Prevention and Safety Measures for Church Vehicles 03:49 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Does Your Texas Church Have a Violent Response Plan in Place?
In this episode of Faith Stewardship and Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches, host Ron Wadley from Insurance For Texans discusses the importance of having a violent response plan for your church. He emphasizes the need for advanced preparation, including lockdown and evacuation procedures, clear communication channels, defined roles and responsibilities, and regular training and drills. The episode also covers the sensitive topic of armed volunteers, advising churches to consult with law enforcement, legal counsel, and insurance agents before making decisions. Ron highlights the importance of partnering with local police, conducting regular safety training, and having a knowledgeable insurance partner to ensure your church is prepared for any situation. Allow our church insurance team to review your church’s insurance policy by visiting insurancefortexans.com For more in depth information about church insurance, get a copy of our book, The Promise of Certainty at thepromiseofcertainty.com 00:00 Introduction to Faith Stewardship and Insurance 00:34 Addressing Violence in Church Sanctuaries 01:46 Creating a Violent Response Plan 02:48 Partnering with Law Enforcement and Security Experts 03:18 The Debate on Armed Volunteers 04:08 Final Thoughts and Resources
Is Your Overnight Youth Event At Church Member Homes Covered?
In this episode of Faith Stewardship and Insurance, Ron Wadley of Insurance for Texans, delves into important considerations for churches hosting overnight youth events. Focusing on the necessity of special event insurance for offsite activities, Wadley highlights potential gaps in standard church policies and the importance of temporary event insurance. The episode also covers preventative measures, including parental waivers, background checks, supervision rules, and emergency planning. Additionally, three core liability policies are identified as essential for comprehensive coverage. To get a special event policy or to have one of our church insurance experts review your policy, go to insurancefortexans.com You can get a copy of our book about church insurance called The Promise of Certainty at thepromiseofcertainty.com 00:00 Introduction to Faith Stewardship and Insurance 00:38 The Importance of Event Insurance for Youth Activities 02:12 Key Preventative Measures for Church Events 03:07 Essential Liability Policies for Churches 04:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Are You Ready for The Unexpected? Lessons from My Church in Crisis
In this episode of Faith Stewardship and Insurance: Protecting Texas Churches, host Ron Wadley kicks off a series discussing things that most churches don’t think about until it is too late. He shares a personal story about an incident at his own church involving suspicious activity and how it highlighted the need for preparedness. Key topics include the importance of risk assessments, consistent background checks, clear policies and training, and essential insurance coverages. Wadley emphasizes the significance of clear communication and leadership during crises and provides actionable steps for church leaders to ensure they are ready for unexpected events. For a review of your church’s insurance policy, go to insurancefortexans.com Get a copy of our book, The Promise of Certainty at thepromiseofcertainty.com 00:00 Introduction to Faith Stewardship and Insurance 00:33 A Personal Story of Crisis 01:11 Lessons Learned from Crisis 01:54 Practical Steps for Crisis Preparedness 02:53 Importance of Insurance Coverage 03:19 Types of Essential Insurance Coverage 04:23 Final Thoughts and Call to Action 05:10 Conclusion and Farewell