Churches and nonprofits are vulnerable to active shooters
ministries and HOUSES OF WORSHIP HAVE NOT ESCAPED THE RISING TIDE OF CULTURAL VIOLENCE. WHAT CAN THEY DO?
It’s no surprise to anyone that seemingly random, public violence is on the rise. Our society has been forced to recognize that violence and active shooter attacks can occur anywhere at anytime – including at houses of worship, nonprofit organizations and ministries.
This escalation, however, coincides with the overall increase in violence throughout American culture. Statistics show that churches are usually not targeted for ideological or belief-based reasons. Instead, congregations are usually caught in the crossfire of relational disputes, crime or a mental health crisis. This is why churches and nonprofit organizations of all kinds need a security plan and team.
Whether an organization is urban or rural, large or small, seems to have no bearing on its vulnerability to an attack. In addition, denominations across the religious spectrum are equally at risk. Ministry Pacific supports professionally trained security ministries and stands ready to consult and provide resources. Please contact us to learn more about protecting your church or nonprofit.
