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Nov 8, 2017 · Your church needs to be honest about the most likely threats of violence you may face in your particular context, and the most appropriate actions to protect against them. Some threats, such as mass shootings, are a low-probability event for all congregations.
Acts of targeted violence against houses of worship (HoWs) are a real—and potentially growing—problem in the United States and a top priority for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
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- Premises Liability – Is My Church Responsible When An Attacker Strikes?
- Security Policies – Where Do We Even Start?
- Concealed Weapons in Church
- Conclusion
As a general rule, churches are not liable for the criminal action of a third party who is acting outside their control, even if committed on church property. An exception, however, applies if the church failed to use ordinary care to protect “invitees” from those criminal acts if the church knew or had reason to know of an unreasonable and foresee...
Part of preparing wisely for an event that could create significant liability for the church is to develop a plan that addresses security concerns and establishes protocols and standards for responding. An essential element of developing a workable policy is to engage the right people in the process. The congregation needs to be engaged as part of ...
As part of a security plan, your church may have members attending church with a concealed weapon. Many church members may already conceal and carry in church as a means of personal or family protection. As a church member, you should be aware of what the law says about carrying a weapon in church. Laws can change state by state, can change over ti...
Thinking about a potentially lethal and violent attack on your church is not particularly pleasant, but preparing and implementing a well-crafted policy has the potential for a rewarding payout. Preparing for potential threats can help reduce panic and prevent additional injuries if and when an incident does occur. Encouraging the church around pro...
Dec 15, 2022 · There were at least 57 pro-abortion acts of hostility against churches from January 2022 to September 2022. FRC documented 342 occurrences of vandalism, 58 arson attacks or attempts, 12 gun-related incidents, 11 bomb threats, and 19 other incidences (assault, threats, interruption of worship services, etc.).
Jan 17, 2019 · The simplest might be the adoption of a violent incident policy. Crafting such a policy gives church leaders an opportunity to examine the best practices for responding to active shooters and other serious events and put together a plan they can rely upon if something should happen.
Aug 5, 2022 · Recent fatal shootings at houses of worship in the United States include attacks at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina; Burnette Chapel Church of Christ in Antioch,...
Feb 20, 2018 · While incidents of shootings on church property are shocking, they are rare. But “open access” policies of most churches make them susceptible to violent acts. While such acts cannot be completely prevented, there are steps church leaders can take to reduce the risk. Let’s review some of them.
