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SAVE THE DATE | AUGUST 12, 2023
18th Annual NOCSSM National
Church Security and Safety conference at
Watermark Community Church
7540 Lyndon B. Johnson Fwy., Dallas, TX 75251
| Online registration deadline is August 1st | At the door registration $199 per person |
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Nashville murders of children and adults by transgender person at a private Christian school. Movement is targeting Christians.
Not wanting to “Chase the ambulances”, so the phase goes, we have waited until the dead are buried and sensationalism has died down a bit out of respect. To be completely transparent, we did do an interview with a local television station to make local private Christian school aware of our Gatekeeper Program™ which is an option for armed security. We have put the links below to the Gatekeeper Program™ brochures for churches and private schools in Texas.
Gatekeepers brochure for churches - LINK
Gatekeepers brochure for private schools - LINK
I think that all Christian organization need to take the current environment seriously. We can only imagine the contents of the Nashville shooter’s manifesto and I will leave it at that. Below are a couple of videos, including our TV interview with the local CBS station.
Private school hardening will be just one of the topics the 18th Annual National Church Security Conference. Registration is open now.
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We are thrilled to unveil the details of the 18th Annual NOCSSM National Church Security Conference, which is set to take place on August 12, 2023 at Watermark Community Church located in Dallas, Texas.
Our conference features distinguished speakers with practical expertise in the fields of value to those in church security. This conference is a full-day event and includes a complimentary lunch. We are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who are keen to expand their knowledge and skills in church security and safety.
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Gregory Love, Attorney
Gregory Love is the managing partner at the law firm of Love & Norris. He is the co-founder of MinistrySafe and Abuse Prevention Systems.
His clients include denominations, churches, universities, private schools, public and private charities, and youth sports groups.
He is an expert in legal standards of care related to child sexual abuse, he has consulted with the organizations such as U.S. Olympic Committee, U.S. Center for Safe Sport, Awana International, Trail Life USA, North American Mission Board, and several faith-based organizations and denominations.
Love is visiting Faculty at Dallas Theological Seminary where he teaches the only graduate-level course on Preventing Sexual Abuse in Ministry Contexts.
Love regularly provides instruction and continuing education training to lawyers, risk management and security professionals.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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Charles W. "Chuck" Chadwick, Jr.
SPEAKER TOPIC: The Threat | Hardening Churches and Schools
Chuck Chadwick is the President of NOCSSM, Gatekeepers Security Services and the Christian Security Institute.
Having over 40 years of private security experience, with 20 plus years specializing in church security, Chadwick brings unparalleled knowledge in the world of ministry security.
Whether it be directing the security operations of some of the America’s largest megachurches or managing the nation’s largest private Christian security force, his experience guides churches and Christian ministries with the practical and tactical advice that few could match. Come learn as he transfers the knowledge that will make your ministry more secure and cost effective.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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Gregory Love, Attorney
Gregory Love is the managing partner at the law firm of Love & Norris. He is the co-founder of MinistrySafe and Abuse Prevention Systems.
His clients include denominations, churches, universities, private schools, public and private charities, and youth sports groups.
He is an expert in legal standards of care related to child sexual abuse, he has consulted with the organizations such as U.S. Olympic Committee, U.S. Center for Safe Sport, Awana International, Trail Life USA, North American Mission Board, and several faith-based organizations and denominations.
Love is visiting Faculty at Dallas Theological Seminary where he teaches the only graduate-level course on Preventing Sexual Abuse in Ministry Contexts.
Love regularly provides instruction and continuing education training to lawyers, risk management and security professionals.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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Matt McCarty, Rep for North American Rescue
The presentation being presented by Matt McCarty will be a hybrid lecture featuring hands on time with life saving devices to be better equipped to respond to traumatic injuries. The focus will be on the current needs in houses of worship for their members to be prepared to save lives when traumatic injuries occur. McCarty will provide a look into the current events happening in our Churches and other public areas where you need to be prepared to save a life.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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Michael Mann
SPEAKER TOPIC: Threat Detection - The Israeli Method
Threat detection is a behavior-based concept derived from the Israeli airline security industry, basic physical security principles, and understanding verbal and non-verbal communication. The goal of threat detection is to prevent violent attacks through the use of early identification and deterrence. The concept fits well with faith-based security operations based on the use of soft approaches, using available resources, and not conflicting with the mission of the church.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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J. D. VerHoeven
SPEAKER TOPIC: J.D. will share "Security in the Context of Ministry across the Great Commission Spectrum"
Concilium, Co-founder, Director of Analysis - J.D. has written or edited nearly 2,000 analytical reports on conflict, terrorism, and crime for Christian ministries globally since 2010. He helped establish Concilium in 2013 and launched in 2019 Insight Digest, a unique monthly periodical covering crimes against churches, Security in the Context of Ministry, and crime trends and prevention. He is a founding member of his church’s safety team. J.D. approaches threat analysis as a study of sin and its effects, which drives his motivation to help Christians use biblical security principles in obeying the Great Commission around the world and in the United States.
CLICK HERE FOR SPEAKER BIO
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GOLD SPONSOR
Concilium is a religious, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, wholly committed to the fulfillment of the Great Commission.
We are dedicated to helping Christian missionaries, humanitarians, and other Gospel workers build stewardship and resilience into Great Commission obedience. Every year, Concilium equips, trains, and empowers Christian workers from around the world, empowering both the voice and presence of the Gospel to enter and remain in hard places.
Concilium supports Christian workers serving in a multitude of locations using multiple ministry paradigms. This requires Concilium to remain both adaptive and cutting edge as we meet the needs of our global partners through security best practices, global risk analysis, and member care resources.
CONTACT: J. D. VerHoeven - [email protected]
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GOLD SPONSOR
Michael Mann Security Services was founded by Michael Mann to help organizations and individuals get better at recognizing, preventing, and protecting themselves when it comes to security issues.
A true security professional, Michael has experience in many backgrounds.
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SILVER SPONSOR
Custom Earpiece / Black Diamond Radio - Maintain instant and private staff communication within your house of worship with our ultra lightweight and durable radios! Keep your parking lot safe, communicate with youth services, coordinate seating and sound checks, and inform the entire staff of situations quickly and discreetly. In today's world coordination and safety are paramount!
CONTACT:
Michael Wolfe - [email protected]
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Custom Earpiece is also, HOSTING COFFEE BAR SATURDAY MORNING | |
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SILVER SPONSOR
STOP THE BLEED® is the result of a collaborative effort led by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS COT) to bring knowledge of bleeding control to the public. The ACS COT, and specifically the EMS subcommittee with its many collaborative relationships, provided the perfect environment for this program to grow into the critical success that it is today.
CONTACT: Matt McCarty [email protected]
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NOCSSM is the oldest name in Church Security, and operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. With decades of practical experience in professional church security, including some of the largest churches in America, we have earned a reputation as a trusted resource in the field. Our training and resources have proven to be invaluable to thousands of churches, and we are dedicated to providing the highest-quality support to those ministries looking to enhance their security measures.
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The Christian Security Institute™ (CSI) is a specialized training organization that equips church security teams with the knowledge and skills they need. It's important to note that each state has its own unique set of security laws and regulations. While some states allow individuals to carry concealed weapons without a permit, others require comprehensive training and professional state certification for security personnel. It's widely accepted that proficiency with a firearm is just one of the many vital skills needed to effectively perform security duties. CSI recognizes the importance of a well-rounded education for security personnel and provides professional state training that goes beyond firearms training. | |
Gatekeepers Security Services, LLC (License #B15671) is a security company with a difference. While we provide specialized security services to churches and other ministries on a project basis, our primary focus is on the innovative "Gatekeeper Program™". Since 2006, this program has been instrumental in enabling churches to deploy ARMED volunteers for their security needs while absorbing the legal liability. This approach sets us apart from other security guard companies, as we recognize the unique security challenges faced by churches and provide tailored solutions to meet those needs. | | | | |
