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Staff Social Media Policy
Adopted by [Church Name] | Effective Date: [Date]
Our Approach
Social media is a normal part of life and a legitimate tool for ministry. This policy isn’t about restricting your voice — it’s about giving you clarity so you can engage online with confidence. When in doubt, ask yourself: would I say this from the pulpit or in a staff meeting?
Personal Accounts
Your personal accounts are your own. You are not required to identify yourself as a staff member. However, if you do — in your bio, posts, or comments — your online presence reflects on this church. Carry yourself accordingly.
Official Church Accounts
Only staff designated by leadership may post on behalf of the church. If you manage a church account, keep login credentials secure and notify leadership immediately if access is compromised.
Represent Well
Regardless of the account, staff are expected to:
- Engage with kindness, patience, and humility
- Avoid public arguments, inflammatory political commentary, or content that would embarrass you in a staff meeting
- Remember that context is lost online — tone doesn’t travel well in text
Confidentiality
Do not share pastoral care conversations, personnel matters, prayer requests shared in confidence, or sensitive information about members or their families. Before posting, ask yourself: is this my news to share?
Minors & Child Safety
- Do not privately message minors on personal accounts
- Do not tag or identify minors in photos without parental consent
- All communications with youth groups should include at least two adults
Church-Owned Devices
Activity conducted on church-owned devices — including personal social media use — may be subject to review.
When Things Go Wrong
If a post causes a problem or conflict, tell your supervisor before it escalates. Do not engage publicly or retaliate online. Take it offline.
Questions?
If you’re unsure whether something is appropriate to post, ask before posting. Leadership would rather answer a question than manage a crisis.
This policy applies to all paid staff and regular volunteers. It will be reviewed annually and updated as needed.
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