TCTC Talk Podcast E5 S1 - Do Churches Need Cybersecurity?

In this episode of The Church Tech Club Talk Podcast, Jonathan Lonon interviews Jonathan Logan from Wholly Secure about the importance of cybersecurity for churches. They discuss the critical need for compliance with data privacy regulations, the liabilities churches face regarding sensitive information, and practical steps that can be taken to enhance cybersecurity.

Logan emphasizes the importance of training staff and volunteers, understanding data security in transit and at rest, and being vigilant against phishing attacks. The conversation also highlights the need for churches to engage younger generations in technology and cybersecurity efforts.

There are also some side discussions about “church coffee”! Yep, Wholly Secure is also a partner in the Wholly Roasters Coffee Company, a faith-based company producing fresh-roasted better-tasting coffee for your church functions! TCTC listeners can take advantage of a discount on securing some for your ministries! That way, everyone, including your cyber ninjas, is wide awake at their posts!!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity in Churches

07:22 Understanding Compliance and Liability

16:19 Practical Steps for Cybersecurity

24:45 Email Security and User Training

33:41 Engaging the Next Generation in Cybersecurity

34:49 Engaging Younger Generations in Church

36:15 Proactive Learning in Technology

37:49 Building Relationships with Tech-Savvy Youth

39:05 Wholly Secure: Resources and Community Engagement

39:34 Wholly Roasters: A Unique Church Coffee Experience

42:15 Cybersecurity Insights for Churches

44:18 Marketing Strategies for Nonprofits

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