Security is security, no matter where your church may be located. However, brothers and sisters throughout the world experience violent and deadly attacks on a regular basis in Middle Eastern and African churches. You may have heard 5 churches were targeted in Nigeria on Christmas day with the death toll at 32. Read More »
On a continuum of security, there are thousands of opinions as to appropriate church security measures. We have encountered numerous opinions from, "We will depend on God for our security." to "We believe God has equipped us to protect our church from bad people." and everything in between. Read More »
This interview with Jeanne Assam is provided by Police One. In this interview, I believe it is important to note Jeanne's mindset prior to the incident and her survival mindset after the incident. Presence of mind is so vital in any combat/survival incident, and is a critical difference in avoiding PTSD. Read More »
Last year, Church Security Alliance asked its' members about the number of people carrying concealed weapons as part of their church security duties. The vast number of people who responded revealed several team members carry firearms for church protection. Read More »
A recent rash of violent tornadoes has left southern states devestated with reports of over 250 people killed. One church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama was destroyed, as well as two additional churches (as reported by the Christian Chronicle Blog. Photo by Kathryn Champion). Read More »
Although this incident happened in a foreign country, it is a good idea for church security teams to be on the alert during the Easter weekend. Read More »
I usually view all use of force cases and ask, "What lessons can I learn from this incident?" If you haven't seen this viral video, it has caused quite a stir, with many opinions being shared. Read More »
Arlington, TX - March 3, 2011, Arlington's Northpointe Baptist Church Pastor Clint Dobson was found dead this date and church assistant, Judy Elliott was found seriously injured in what police are describing as a robbery. Read More »