There’s a mindset in churches that because they are a non-profit, they can go ahead and use media any way they want, regardless of how they acquired that media. The mindset assumes that it’s ok to use media as long as you’re not making any money at it.
However, have you ever read that FBI warning? It reads:
“The unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this copyrighted work is illegal. Criminal copyright infringement, including infringement without monetary gain, is investigated by the FBI and is punishable by up to 5 years in federal prison and a fine of $250,000.”
Some pretty strong language, right? Did you notice the part that says, “…without monetary gain…?” Yeah, that includes churches!