VI – Self-Defense

Free Threat Intelligence for Your Church Security Team

Most churches are caught unaware of a growing threat against their congregants or property before it happens—an arson attempt, a direct verbal assault, a SWATting call, a protest disruption, or a “test run” by someone watching your routines.

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Sheepdog Church Security Academy and its safety consultant/instructor, Kris P. Moloney, stealthily publishes the US Houses of Worship Security Brief  that identifies and codifies verified incidents and hostile activity impacting houses of worship and translates it into practical posture implications for church safety teams.

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What You Should Know to Prepare for Mobs Invading Church Services

A riotous and profane mob invaded a St. Paul, Minnesota church in the middle of its worship service January 18, 2026, under the guise of protesting US federal policy against illegal immigration.

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The angry horde shouted down the pastor as he was preaching and they confronted congregants with obscenities. Fortunately, early indications are that no one was killed or injured.

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Prudent church leaders should see this calculated anarchy as a harbinger of even worse disruptions coming in the days, weeks, months, and years ahead for their services and events. If your church has been on the fence deciding whether it needs a security team ministry, that decision should now be easily made in the affirmative.

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FBI Ballistics Expert Explains Why the FBI Favors 9mm Ammunition

One of the most secretive facilities in American law enforcement is the FBI’s Ballistic Research Facility in Huntsville, Alabama.

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Up until now, the FBI has not been forthcoming about publicly explaining its reasons for selecting and using different pistol ammunition calibers at different times.

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But James Reeves, executive producer of TFBTV (The Firearm Blog TV), was able to record the TFBTV video interview below with “Scott,” the section chief of the FBI’s Ballistic Research Facility, who has been with the FBI for 23 years. His job is to make sure FBI agents have the best possible chance of surviving a gunfight.

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Interview With Jason Russell, Founder & President of SEC

SemperVerus interviewed Jason Russell, former US Secret Service agent and founder and president of Secure Environment Consultants (SEC). Jason earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Western Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Security Management from Michigan State University. He started his career at the Lansing Police Department.

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Please describe Secure Environment Consultants (SEC) and its mission.
Secure Environment Consultants (SEC) is a national security consulting and training firm dedicated to helping organizations protect people, mission, and continuity of operations. Our mission is rooted in prevention, preparedness, and people-first security strategies. We partner with organizations to assess risk, develop clear plans, and train teams to respond effectively to real-world threats. At our core, SEC exists to help leaders make informed decisions that reduce risk, strengthen resilience, and safeguard the communities they serve.

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Among the organizations SEC serves are houses of worship. What top security risks has SEC identified for faith-based organizations?
Faith-based organizations face a unique combination of risks due to their open and welcoming nature. Common concerns include:

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