Sanctuary Peacemakers

We discuss safety and security in houses of worship, including team development, training, and real-world challenges facing churches today.

Sanctuary Peacemakers is a religion podcast hosted by Unity, with 49 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unity hosts Sanctuary Peacemakers, a religion show with 49 episodes published.

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  Why Do They Need to Know That?

  Sep 30, 202611 min

  Most people asking questions about your church are simply trying to find their way. But what happens when the questions start becoming unusually focused on entrances, cameras, schedules, or safety procedures? In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, we look at the difference between suspicious and simply noteworthy behavior, how separate observations can reveal a pattern, and why churches should also consider how much information they may be giving away themselves. The goal isn’t to treat unfamiliar people as threats. It’s to remain welcoming while recognizing when a little extra attention may be warranted. 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

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  Everybody Has a Radio. Nobody’s Communicating

  Sep 23, 202614 min

  Having radios doesn’t necessarily mean your church safety ministry is communicating effectively. In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, we look at what happens when vague messages, unnecessary radio traffic, missed acknowledgments, and assumptions create confusion at the exact moment clear communication matters most. Good radio communication isn’t about complicated codes or sounding tactical. It’s about making sure the right information reaches the right people when they need it. Because when something goes wrong, the goal isn’t to have the most radios. The goal is to understand one another. 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

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  102 Minutes That Lasted a Lifetime: Remembering September 11

  Sep 9, 202614 min

  Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, some memories still feel remarkably close. In this special episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, I share a personal reflection I first wrote on the fifteenth anniversary of the attacks—the story of where I was, how I learned our country had been attacked, and the days I spent beside my father watching the tragedy unfold. A decade after writing those words, and following my father’s passing earlier this year, those memories carry a different weight. We’ll also reflect on why remembering tragedy matters, what September 11 taught us about service and sacrifice, and why those entrusted with protecting others must continue learning from the past without living in fear of it. Twenty-five years later, may we never forget. 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

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  Less-Lethal Does't Mean Harmless

  Aug 19, 202617 min

  Less-lethal tools can sound like the perfect compromise for a church safety ministry—but less-lethal does not mean harmless. In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, we take a practical look at options such as OC spray and gel, conducted electrical weapons, restraints, and impact weapons, along with the training, legal, and environmental considerations that come with them. We also examine an often-overlooked question: What happens when the tool doesn’t work? The goal isn’t to argue for or against less-lethal options. It’s to help church safety ministries understand their limitations, recognize the responsibility that comes with authorizing them, and make decisions based on what actually protects rather than simply what feels safer. 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

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  I Thought That Was Legal: Why Church Safety Ministries Need to Know the Law

  Aug 12, 202619 min

  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

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