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Practical Advice for Keeping Your Church Safe

by Chad Hunt, The Unstuck Group, GA, 9/18/2018

Description

This article guides congregational leaders through the "three essentials" that enhance building security--priority, placement, and presence. Author Chad Hunt proposes that safety should be a consideration for all congregations, even those in settings where crime typically isn't a concern. Prepare your congregational staff and leaders to respond to sensitive situations by learning how to prioritize safety in key areas, place team members at critical spots, and communicate your commitment to safety.

Features

  • Real-world examples of safety plan successes and failures
  • Quotes from lawyers who work with churches

Recommended Audience

clergy and lay leaders

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Learn why the children's area should be the safest place in the entire church by reading this article.
  • Carefully review this article to discover the most important factors in building a church security team, including who to recruit and what gear they need to successfully and safely be in that role.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Kelly Minas

Executive Director for Center Evaluation and Funded Programs

Kelly Minas designs and directs evaluation processes for grants, resource consulting, and educational programs at the Center for Congregations. Kelly received an undergraduate degree in American culture from Vassar College, where she was active in interfaith work on campus, and a master’s degree in contemporary sociology from the University of Leicester in England.

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