Do we have to obey the laws of the land? The answers lies in the following verses.

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"1. Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

2. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.

3. For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:

4. For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.

5. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.

6. For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.

7. Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour".

Romans 13:1-7

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Is there a time and place when we must disobey the laws of the land? The answer lies in the verses below.

​"27. And when they had brought them, they set them before the council: and the high priest asked them,

28. Saying, Did not we straitly command you that ye should not teach in this name? and, behold, ye have filled Jerusalem with your doctrine, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us.

29. Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men"

Acts 5:27-29.

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Here at St. Pauls, our desire is to do everything for the honor and glory of God. Therefore, honoring the law of the land is one of the important points. We have required policies in place such as safeguarding, health and safety, Data protection etc. If you would like to read any of these policies, please click the link below.

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Safeguarding Policy

Health and Safety Policy

Data Protection

S.F.B.B. Risk Assessment for St Paul's Community Kitchen