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How church leaders can proactively assess their church’s vulnerabilities and needs and respond—while also fulfilling their missions.
Erika E. Cole

High-profile shootings at churches—among them, New Life Church (Colorado Springs) in 2007, Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal (Charleston, South Carolina) in 2015, and First Baptist Church (Sutherland Springs, Texas) in 2017—often draw renewed attention and discussion about church security. ...

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Resources:
Confronting Gun Violence at Church
Help your congregation feel secure in your house of worship.
Essential Guide to Children's Ministry Safety
Understand and implement best practices to protect kids in your ministry.
Protecting Your Church from Crime and Violence
Assess the security of your church and learn how to prevent crime.