Would You Drink from a Sewage Pipe? Then Why Let Your Congregation Browse an Unfiltered Internet?

A question for church leaders: When someone connects to your church's WiFi network, what can they access?

Many churches provide open internet access with the best intentions—welcoming visitors and supporting their congregation's connectivity needs. But without proper filtering, you might unknowingly be exposing your community to inappropriate content, security risks, and potential liability issues.

Why Churches Need Internet Filtering

Protecting Your Community Your church serves families, children, and vulnerable individuals. Unfiltered internet access can expose visitors to pornography, gambling sites, violent content, and other materials that conflict with your values and mission.

Safeguarding Children and Youth With children's ministries, youth groups, and family events, your church likely hosts many minors. Internet filtering helps ensure they can't accidentally or intentionally access harmful content while on your premises.

Reducing Security Risks Unfiltered networks are vulnerable to malware, phishing attacks, and other cybersecurity threats that could compromise your church's systems and sensitive member information.

Maintaining Your Testimony Your church's internet connection reflects your values. Filtered networks demonstrate your commitment to creating a safe, family-friendly environment that aligns with your ministry's purpose.

Legal Protection Proper internet filtering can help protect your organisation from potential liability issues related to inappropriate content access on your property.

Common Concerns Churches Have

"We don't want to seem unwelcoming or restrictive." Professional filtering solutions allow legitimate web browsing while blocking harmful content. Your guests can still check email, browse news, and access appropriate websites.

"We're not sure what to filter or how strict to be." Modern filtering systems offer customisable categories and can be tailored to your church's specific needs and values.

"We don't have the technical expertise." That's exactly why Faith Tech Consulting exists—we handle the technical implementation so you can focus on ministry.

How Faith Tech Consulting Can Help

We specialise in helping churches implement appropriate, effective internet filtering solutions that:

• Block inappropriate content while maintaining usability

• Protect against malware and security threats

• Provide different access levels for staff vs. public use

• Include monitoring and reporting capabilities

• Offer easy management through user-friendly interfaces

• Scale with your church's needs and budget

  
  

Ready to take the next step?

Contact Faith Tech Consulting today for a free consultation. We'll assess your current network setup and recommend filtering solutions that protect your community while supporting your ministry goals.

Because your church's digital environment should reflect the same care and values as your physical one.