When a Church Steps Into the Crowd

Sanctuary Peacemakers · May 28, 2026 · 21m

In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, we look at what happens when a church leaves its own property and steps into a public setting like a parade.

Using real experience from a city parade, I talk about the balance safety ministry members have to keep: enjoying the event, smiling, waving, and representing the church well, while still staying aware of the crowd, the children, the float, the parking lot, and the movement around them.

This episode also looks at practical concerns like children handing out candy, staying together as a group, watching the area around a float, communicating…