By Jeff Williamson and Joey Howell A question that comes up in nearly every church safety discussion is whether security team members should be clearly visible or operate in a low profile, undercover manner. People sometimes treat these as opposing strategies, as if a church needs to choose one or the other. In reality, the…

By Anthony Wilson Church nursery policies and procedures can vary greatly from one church to another. This article presents several important considerations for church staff and safety/security teams as they work to provide better security for the children entrusted to their care.A written policy or procedure is just ink on a page. After its creation…

In team sports, the concept of home-field advantage recognizes that teams perform better when competing in familiar surroundings. They know every contour of the field, every bounce of the ball, and every subtle factor that can influence play. The same principle applies directly to church security. Knowing your own facility—its layout, lighting, access points, hiding…