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Risk Management Articles

Keep up on trending ministry and nonprofit risk management topics including safety and security, employee and volunteer management, legal trends, facility care, severe weather prep, and more.

Returning to Flood Damaged Areas

After the storm passes and the flood waters recede, safety should be your first priority when checking on or trying to restore your ministry buildings. Don't forget to contact your insurance agent, even if your property is inaccessible.

July 18, 2025

Keeping Fall Festivals Safe - A Mini Primer for Ministries

Ensuring fun for all takes careful planning and lots of volunteers. From hayrides to petting zoos to Trunk-or-Treat, see how to keep your event festive and incident free. Renting equipment or rides? Don't forget to check in with your insurance advisor.

July 11, 2025

Beat the Heat

Warm weather means more ministry activities outdoors. But what happens when a heat wave enters the forecast? Check out these tips to keep your staff, volunteers, and participants cool.

June 23, 2025

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Considering Pepper Spray for Your Security Team? Here Are Some Things You Need to Know!

The question about less lethal tools is one of the most frequent inquiries I receive. The decision to carry or deploy any of these options must be made with a full understanding of their benefits, limitations, and legal ramifications. Below, I have provided my perspective on the use of less lethal options such as pepper spray.

October 9, 2025

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Church Security Member Sentenced for Murder: Lessons Learned for Your Church Leadership and Security Team

If you serve on or lead an armed security team—or if your ministry has an armed security team—you must fully understand the enormous responsibility that comes with that decision. The following incident serves as a cautionary tale for all of us.

October 9, 2025

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Identifying Trends in Recent Attacks Targeting Houses of Worship

Since the recent attack at the Latter-day Saints (LDS) church in Grand Blanc, Michigan, my inbox and voicemail have been flooded with questions and concerns from church staff, school administrators, and safety team leaders. Because of my roles with Lightwell, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office as a Threat Liaison Officer, and as head of security for a large multi-campus church, many are looking to me for answers and practical steps to prevent a potential attack at their own places of worship.

October 9, 2025

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