Choosing the Right People for Your Safety Ministry Team

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Jan 28, 2026

We have completed a 5 episode series on "Choosing the Right People for your Safety Ministry Team," drawing from many of the principles taught in "The Watchful Shepherd"

Episode 1: Avoid Disaster: The Right & Wrong People for Your Church Security Team

Episode 2: Build a Stronger Team: Essential Vetting & Character Traits for Church Security

Episode 3: Church Security Leadership: Standards that Matter, Selecting Godly & Capable Safety Team Volunteers

Episode 4: Be Careful to Choose the Right People for Your Church Security Team: Begin with the End in Mind

Episode 5: Church Security - How to Pick the Right Safety Team: Final Episode

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