smince
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I'm posting this in Strategies and Tactics. Please move if it fits in another forum better.
I've read the posts on "carrying in church", but this is a different thread. I'm currently writing a safety policy for my church on how to respond to natural disasters, fire, medical emergencies, and violent confrontations that may occur on the church grounds. We currently have volunteers who patrol during services, but several feel a need to expand this program.
I recently attended a conference on Church Security put on by the Alabama State Board of Missions. I feel that due to the fact that there is a course on this subject, there is a need. The conference covered physical security of the church and congregation, child protection, and financial security(robbery and embezzlement). Although the current church burnings are south of my location, we've experienced robberies, vandalism, and breaking and entering in our local area. And national news stories have covered shootings, armed robberies and other crimes involving the church.
I would like to hear from THR members whose church may have a dedicated security program(armed or unarmed), or who are/have been involved in such activities. Any realistic suggestions will be appreciated.
Thanks
Scott
I've read the posts on "carrying in church", but this is a different thread. I'm currently writing a safety policy for my church on how to respond to natural disasters, fire, medical emergencies, and violent confrontations that may occur on the church grounds. We currently have volunteers who patrol during services, but several feel a need to expand this program.
I recently attended a conference on Church Security put on by the Alabama State Board of Missions. I feel that due to the fact that there is a course on this subject, there is a need. The conference covered physical security of the church and congregation, child protection, and financial security(robbery and embezzlement). Although the current church burnings are south of my location, we've experienced robberies, vandalism, and breaking and entering in our local area. And national news stories have covered shootings, armed robberies and other crimes involving the church.
I would like to hear from THR members whose church may have a dedicated security program(armed or unarmed), or who are/have been involved in such activities. Any realistic suggestions will be appreciated.
Thanks
Scott