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 […]
Between Faith and Force: Balancing Spiritual Mission with Security Preparedness

Churches are spaces of peace, healing, and worship. Yet as acts of violence against places of worship increase, many congregations are confronted with a difficult reality: how to reconcile a […]
Sound the Alarm: Why Churches Must Invest in Threat Detection Drills

Churches, long viewed as havens of peace and reflection, are increasingly facing the harsh reality that they are not immune to violence or disruption. From shootings to medical crises and […]
The Anatomy of a Church Security Team: Roles, Training, and Protocols

In an age where houses of worship face threats ranging from active shooters to medical emergencies and property crimes, the importance of a well-organized and trained church security team cannot […]
Beyond Sunday: Building a 24/7 Security Mindset in Your Church

Churches are sacred spaces, where community members gather to worship, connect, and find peace. However, in an era where places of worship have increasingly become soft targets for violence, theft, […]
“Get the F Out of Here” – Why Training Matters When It Gets Real

The other day, I stopped at a convenience store back in my hometown. I had my 8-year-old son with me. We were just grabbing a few things and heading back […]
The Watchman on the Wall: A Biblical Call to Church Safety

By Tommy Sapp | Founder, Protect His House Church safety is more than tactical training and emergency planning—it’s a spiritual assignment. In Ezekiel 33:6, God lays out a warning and […]
Clear and Calm: Why Communication Can Save Lives in Church Safety

In the world of church safety, your voice is a weapon—and sometimes the most powerful one. How you communicate in a moment of tension can determine whether a situation is […]
Mastering the OODA Loop: Winning the Fight Before It Starts

In every crisis situation — from a traffic stop to a violent intrusion in a church sanctuary — there’s an invisible race happening. It’s not a race of strength or […]
When Conviction Meets Culture: What Churches Need to Know About Boundaries and Bathrooms

In today’s culture, church safety teams are navigating situations our predecessors could never have imagined. And in a recent conversation, a story was shared with me that brought this reality […]