Could your church stop a gunman if he walked through the doors today?

It happened again, this time in Kentucky.

Just 24 hours after a tragic church shooting, we break down the chain of events, the signs that were missed, and the hard truths about church security. Simon walks you through the timeline, key warning signs, and most importantly, what your church can do right now to protect your community.

What You Will Learn in This Episode:

How domestic violence can spill into sacred spaces, and why you must be ready.

Why every second counts in an active threat scenario, and how to build a safety team that responds fast.

What church leaders need to know about locking down facilities, identifying risks, and protecting their flock before law enforcement arrives.

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Join us for the 10th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Conference — happening Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (CST).

This fully virtual conference is your chance to gain expert insights on threat assessment, legal coverage, church safety teams, and real-world crisis response. It’s built for pastors, staff, and safety team members alike.

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What would you do if you had to defend your congregation with force?

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In this eye-opening episode, Simon sits down with the leadership team from Right to Bear, a faith-based legal defense membership for responsible firearm holders. Together, they explore real-life cases, legal misconceptions, and the emotional and financial tolls of self-defense scenarios, especially for church safety teams. If you carry, are on a church team, or want to prepare wisely, this is a must-listen.

What You Will Learn in This Episode:

Why “membership” is not the same as insurance, and why that distinction matters in a legal crisis.

• What happens after you use force, including real stories of church protectors facing charges despite clear self-defense.
• How Right to Bear provides 24/7 attorney access, expert witnesses, firearm replacement, and emotional support, all for under $200/year.

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What happens when a politically motivated attacker leaves behind more than just devastation—he leaves behind a roadmap?

In this episode, we unpack the unclassified Homeland Security report following the deadly shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC. You'll hear a step-by-step analysis of the attack, what clues were missed, and how political violence is evolving. Learn how this incident—and others like it—highlight growing trends and security gaps in high-risk environments.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

• The New Trend in Targeted Violence: Why more attackers are surviving their acts to make political statements—and what that means for threat detection.
• The Power of Pre-Incident Clues: How manifestos, online posts, and behavioral changes often leave a trail of “leakage” before violence erupts.
• Security Blind Spots: Why "no known threats" doesn’t always mean “no real danger”—especially in high-risk locations or politically charged events.

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