Essential Planning Steps for Public-Facing Organizations Public-facing organizations carry an inherent responsibility for the safety of every person who walks …
Watchful and Welcoming: Why Risk Management Belongs in the Mission of the Church
When somebody like me walks into a sanctuary and starts talking about parking-lot lighting, trespass policies, and insurance exclusions, I …
The Morality of Violence
Catholic and Parochial Perspectives on Protection, Grievance, and the Pathway to Targeted Attack Introduction Every Catholic parish, every parochial school, …
Sacred Ground, Shifting Threats: The Evolution of Violence Against American Houses of Worship
How Faith-Based Organizations Have Responded to an Escalating Threat and What the Future Demands Introduction It is no surprise to …
Bringing Live Scan Fingerprinting In-House
A Strategic Approach to Background Screening for Nonprofit Organizations, Houses of Worship, and Private Schools Executive Summary Background screening requirements …
Incidents, Threats, and Attacks Against Houses of Worship in The Past 12 Months
Churches and Christian Organizations (Past 12 Months) March 2025 – February 2026 Compiled by: Kearnan Consulting Group, LLCDate: February 28, …
New Training Record Access and Retention Requirements for Private Security Effective Jan. 1, 2026
For California Private Security Companies & Licensed Guards California Senate Bill 513: New Training Record Requirements Every California Security Company Needs …
Guns, Churches, and the Real Work of Protection: Why Tools Don’t Replace People
In recent years, the conversation around church safety has become increasingly polarized. On one side are those who believe that …
Is Spiritual Armor sufficient to protect a House of Worship?
“A House of Worship that relies on spiritual armor alone is spiritually sincere but operationally unprepared.” I’ve had conversations with …
Armed Church Security Volunteers in Utah
Article Updated May 5, 2026 ARMED VOLUNTEERS IN UTAH HOUSES OF WORSHIP Permitless Carry, Use-of-Force Authority, and Legal Protections for …
Responding to Worship Service Disruptions: A Practical and Lawful Guide for Churches
Churches across the country are watching the recent disruption at Cities Church in St Paul with concern, especially as federal …
Safeguarding Congregations: A Comprehensive Approach to Civil Disturbance Preparedness
Overview The First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the public the right to assemble and express opinions through …
