Your Church May Be Eligible for Up to $200,000 in FEMA Security Grant Funding

The First Step Is a Documented Security Assessment A few weeks ago, we sent out information about the FEMA Nonprofit Security Grant Program, often referred to as NSGP. Since then, […]
How Churches Are Securing Federal Grant Money for Security and Why Most Are Missing It

Church security is no longer a future concern. It is a present responsibility. Across the United States, churches are facing a growing range of safety challenges. Some are high-profile and […]
When a Personal Dispute Becomes a Public Threat: Lessons from the Indiana Church Explosives Case

A Near-Tragedy in Indiana In March 2026, a church in Michigan City, Indiana became the setting for what could have been a mass-casualty event. According to law enforcement, a 41-year-old […]
The Difference Between a Difficult Person and a Dangerous Person

A Critical Skill for Church Safety Teams Church safety teams regularly encounter difficult situations. Someone may become argumentative, emotionally unstable, intoxicated, or simply unwilling to follow basic rules. These moments […]
Sleeper Cells, Foreign Influence, and Church Security: What Safety Teams Need to Understand Right Now

In recent weeks, public discussion around “sleeper cells” has intensified. A high profile shooting in Texas involving a suspect reportedly displaying Iranian symbolism has fueled national debate. At the same […]
Scenario Based Training: Why Thinking Through the Crisis Before It Happens Changes Everything

Church safety teams across the United States are asking a practical question in today’s environment: How do we prepare volunteers to respond well under pressure? Policies are important. Equipment matters. […]
The 4 Ps of Church Safety: A Practical and Biblical Framework for Today’s Church

Church safety is no longer a theoretical discussion or a future concern. It is a present reality that leaders across the country are being forced to address. Incidents ranging from […]
When Protesters Walk Into Worship

How the Disruption at Cities Church in Minnesota Signals a Larger Tension Between Faith, Freedom, and Public Protest In January 2026, a group of protesters entered Cities Church, a congregation […]
Church Security as a Deterrent: Why “Hardening the Target” Changes the Story Before It Starts

On a Sunday morning, a church can feel like the safest place in the world. Doors are open. People are smiling. Kids are running the hallways. Greeters are focused on […]
Enough Is Enough: Preparing Churches and Individuals to Respond When Violence Strikes

For generations, churches in America have been places of safety and peace. But in recent years, sacred spaces have also become targets of violence. The tragedies of 2024 and 2025 […]