You Skipped the Background Check Because You Know Them

The Healthy Church Staff Podcast · Sep 28, 2026 · 7m · transcript

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the critical oversight many churches make by neglecting to conduct thorough background checks, even on individuals who are well-known within the community. Relying on familiarity or family connections instead of proper screenings can lead to risky shortcuts that might result in significant issues in the future. Rhoades underscores the importance of consistent background screening for all church staff and volunteers to ensure the safety and integrity of the church environment. • The importance of conducting background…