In today's episode of the podcast we are discussing church security training with the Worship Security Academy. As always love your views and opinions!

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In this episode of the podcast. We are discussing 4 ways to prepare for a safe holiday season.

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In this episode of the podcast. We are discussing the pathway to violence in mass shooters. Specifically the case studies of Dylann Roof and Devin Kelley who both carried out mass attack at churches.

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In this episode of the podcast, we provide best practices for conducting employee and volunteer background checks.

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In this episode of the podcast we teach how to use and apply for the nonprofit security grant program (NSGP) NSGP offers funding to Houses of Worship to protect from the threat of terrorism. Each 501c3 can apply for $150,000 per location for security enhancements.

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In this episode of the podcast we teach how to use crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) to protect your church.

You will learn:

1. What is crime prevention through environmental design and how should it be used?

2. When should CPTED be considered

3. Three strategies to find the best design team who understand the principles

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In this episode of the podcast. We provide three steps to enhance emergency preparedness at your church or non-profit. Here they are! 

1. How to identify all your potential emergencies

2. How to determine your next action steps

3. How to conduct drills and tabletop exercises

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In today’s episode I’m talking with Hannah Sorvik Fordice, a writer an advocate with a passion for ending domestic violence. She developed House of Faith and Freedom to help equip the local church to prayerfully and effectively deal with domestic violence situations in their congregation and surrounding community.

Hannah shares three things that church leaders can do to help domestic violence victims. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Human Services Forensic Behavioral Health from Concordia University, St. Paul. In addition, she has experience working with various non-profits around the area of domestic violence, victim services, and volunteer management.

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In today’s episode I’m talking with Erika Cole, Erika known as the Church Attorney, is one of only a handful of attorneys in the nation who practices exclusively in the area of church law.

Whether handling an unexpected legal crisis or legal audit or helping churches through the buying, selling and construction of property, Erika’s philosophy has remained the same: to provide the same level of excellence, diligence, and counsel across the board.

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In today’s episode I’m talking with my friend Kris Moloney the founder of Sheepdog Church Security. When I first started out on my church security journey a decade ago you could search church security in Google and get 1-2 hits. These days it’s thousands but Kris like is one of the pioneers that led the path for others to follow.

In today’s episode Kris shares his personal journey into church security, current trends from across the country and what you can do to stay safe.

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