Archive for October 2025
Tactical Mental Training
In past “Tactical Mental Training (TMT)” posts we review real-world preparedness situations that demands situational awareness, mental conditioning, and the ability to respond under stress. The tragedy involving Iryna Zarutska underscores this. She was attacked in a public space, surrounded by others, yet the suspect—who had 14 prior arrests and a documented history of mental…
Read More...The Importance Spiritual Fitness
On August 22, 2025, Iryna Zarutska—a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee—was fatally stabbed in a random, unprovoked attack while riding the Charlotte Blue Line light rail home from work. She had come to the United States seeking peace and opportunity, working at a local pizzeria and studying English at a community college. Her life was stolen in…
Read More...Church Security: Overcoming Challenges to Keep a Team Strong
By Jeff Williamson & Paul Bird Church security teams play a vital role in protecting congregations, but keeping a team strong and engaged is not always easy. Over time, every group faces challenges such as declining numbers, burnout, and a loss of focus. The question is not only how to recruit and retain members, but…
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