🎥 Gold Coast Christian Church Media Policy

1. Purpose

This Media Policy is established to ensure all media-related activities at Gold Coast Christian Church reflect the highest standards of professionalism and uphold the integrity of our messaging and content.

The purpose of live-streaming our church services is to extend our reach, allowing those who

cannot physically attend to participate in worship and access the teachings. This policy

ensures that we do so responsibly, respecting the privacy of individuals.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all media content, including but not limited to:

  • Video and audio recordings

  • Photography

  • Social media posts

  • Reels and other short-form videos

  • Graphic design materials

  • Downloading, uploading, editing, and content creation

3. Authorised Personnel

Only members of the Media Department are permitted to engage in the following activities: The members of the Media Department include Pr. Saji John, Jaison James, Stephan Saji John, Finny Alex, Sam Paul Simon and Deepu.   

  • Uploading or downloading media assets

  • Editing existing media

  • Creating new content (e.g., reels, videos, graphics)

  • Commenting on media-related platforms

  • Making decisions related to public-facing content

All media-related tasks must be carried out by trained and approved personnel within the department. No other individuals or groups may publish, alter, or comment on church media without consent from the Media.

4. Content Integrity

The media team is entrusted with preserving the authenticity and messaging of our church. To protect this:

  • All content must align with the Church’s values, branding, and tone

  • Media output should be respectful, uplifting, and mission-driven

  • Any content not produced or vetted by the department may not be distributed through official channels

5. Violations

Engaging in unauthorised media-related activities may result in a formal review and corrective action as determined by church leadership.

6. Live Streaming Content Expectations

1. On-Stage Personnel: Faces of individuals who are actively leading worship (singing, leading songs)

Or preaching from the stage will be live-streamed. These individuals are understood to be in a public-facing role during the service.
2. Congregation and Audience: Faces of individuals in the general congregation will be live-streamed.

4. Testimonies: Testimonies will be minimal in the church.

5. The Lord's Table (Communion): The Lord's Table will be live-streamed. 

6. Announcements:  General announcements will be live-streamed. 


This policy is subject to periodic review and may be amended to reflect changes in organisational practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. Any updates will be communicated appropriately to ensure continued compliance and clarity.