Church Security

Cameras are often the go-to response when seeking to stop or deter workplace crime and violence. But in order to use them effectively, organizations must have clear goals and the willingness to follow through.

Failure to prepare has much higher stakes than roulette. One of the most iconic quotes from the original “Star Wars” trilogy has to do with risk assessment. Really. C3-PO warns Han Solo that his flight through an asteroid field is likely to end…

Maintaining a secure but welcoming environment simply requires balance. On the heels of 2018’s horrific synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, Pa., came this FOX News headline: “Violence prompts churches to weigh security vs. welcoming.” While I understand the sentiment behind this idea, it…

Holster the donuts and suspend the arguments. Unless it’s violent, let this storm blow over. A well-known protest group recently made its rounds at churches in the Orlando area, spewing an all-too-common message of “hate thy neighbor.” In our hyper-politicized age, everything appears…

Understand the risks of an armed response to an intruder before it’s too late. It wasn’t a typical worship service at Faith City Mission in Amarillo, Texas. While the congregation was pondering the heavenly, a gunman rushed in and brought them back down…

Prayer is not a substitute for action, but the fuel that drives it.

How should church security be different from other security teams?

Church security is too important to take a DIY approach.

And what can be done about it? Fortunately, plenty.

Law enforcement does an incredible job, but they’re usually minutes away. And minutes mean lives.

We’re called to be peacemakers. What does that mean for security?

Friendly fire is never friendly. No one should implement armed security without a serious plan.

We must all become well-versed in the art of awareness.

Whether you’re at a political rally, a church service or a football game, it pays to be aware.

One church made headlines with a promise to show “deadly force.” Should yours do the same?

A recent shooting suspect was a children’s ministry volunteer and evangelist – before the sanctuary was sprayed with bullets.

The head-in-the-sand mindset is misguided.

Active shooters have transformed our need, and method, of responding to a crisis. Let’s continue to adapt and improve.

Armed security may have it’s place, but it’s only part of the solution.

Despite the hype, armed response is only one component of an effective security strategy.