When we think of a church security/safety team our thoughts usually go to guys with guns taking out the active shooter and saving the day. Reality is that your Security/Safety team is not just about armed security officers. Parkers, Greeters, Ushers and Preschool workers, etc.; they all have a...
NOCSSM Alive and Well - Greeting from NOCSSM; the nation's oldest and largest Christian Security organization. We are rounding up our ninth year and want bring you the "State of the Christian Security World", as we see it. Thanks, from NOCSSM - We want to let you all know that we...
Video surveillance is one of the fastest growing segments of church security. In a survey where security directors were asked what was the most effective security measure they had invested in, CCTV was the overwhelming favorite. However, video surveillance is also one of the most complex systems...
I remember when I would jump out of the car when arriving at church and run to my classroom as a young child. My father was the preacher and my mother the church pianist and choir director, so my sister and myself had pretty much the run of the place. Frequently the parsonage where we lived was...
Earlier this year (2010) the Christian Security Network (AKA Jeff Hawkins)published a report entitled "Crimes Against Christian Organizations in the United States" with great fanfare. This "First of its Kind" report touted references like the FBI Uniform Crime Reports. We do not know...
We’ve all seen the bill boards along the freeway - “Are you hurting?”, “Do you need hope?”, “Jesus is the answer!” We advertise for people with problem to come to our church. Don’t be surprised when they show up wanting help! If you have...
Research shows the majority of weapons used in church violent crimes are NOT firearms. Another madman has struck in California. Seemingly defenseless people without anyone to stand in the way. We thank God every day for our selfless men and women that have taken their time and effort to prepare...
First Church Crime Study Based on FBI Crime Data Contact: Chuck Chadwick, The National Organization of Church Security & Safety Management, 214-305-5616, AUBREY, Texas, Oct. 19, 2018 /Christian Newswire/ -- The National Organization of Church Security & Safety...
Research of Church related crime based on the FBI’s National Incident Based Recording System What is the Real story of church crime? This study was undertaken in the effort to use verified quantitative data to research the rate of church crimes in the U.S.. It is the...
This week we examine the latest ISIS magazine where they discuss the most effective way to kill you and your family. I know this is a fairly long read, however I did shorten it considerably and left the most important parts for your reading.