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Church Security & Safety Training
Protecting Your Congregation with Confidence, Preparedness & Compassion
Faith communities should be places of peace — but today, churches must be ready to respond to real-world threats. Applied Tactical Defense provides professional, Michigan-focused church security training designed to keep your congregation safe while preserving the welcoming environment your ministry is built on.
Security Ministry Training
On-Site Church Workshops
Our team comes to your church for hands-on training, walkthroughs, and drills.
Private Team Training (2–12 participants)
Focused instruction for armed or unarmed safety teams.
Full Church Safety Audit
A complete assessment and security plan delivered in writing.
Ongoing Annual Training
Keep your team sharp, informed, and compliant with best practices.
Why Church Security Matters
Churches across the country face increasing challenges including unpredictable visitors, mental health crises, and targeted violence. A well-trained security team can:
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Deter threats before they escalate
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Respond quickly and appropriately in emergencies
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Provide a sense of safety without creating fear
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Protect staff, volunteers, and members
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Preserve your ministry’s mission and reputation
Your congregation deserves a plan — not panic.
Our Church Security Ministry
We customize every training program to your church’s size, layout, and security needs. Services include:
✓ Security Team Development
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Guidelines for selecting the right volunteers
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Role definitions, expectations & communication procedures
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Legal dos & don’ts for armed and unarmed team members
✓ Threat Assessment & Planning
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Walk-through of your building
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Identifying vulnerable entry points
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Safety plan creation unique to your facility
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Emergency communication strategy
✓ De-Escalation & Conflict Management
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How to handle disruptive individuals with professionalism
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Techniques for calming tense situations
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Understanding behavioral indicators
✓ Active Shooter / Critical Incident Response
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Michigan-specific considerations
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Immediate action strategies (armed and unarmed)
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Team coordination & safe congregation evacuation
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Medical response basics: tourniquets, bleeding control, care under stress
✓ Firearm Safety & Use of Force Law
For churches that choose to allow concealed carry or armed security:
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Michigan CPL law
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Where force is legally justified
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Firearm handling and safety inside a crowded environment
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Liability considerations for churches
Who This Training Is For
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Churches wanting to start a safety team
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Existing teams seeking professional upgrades
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Small congregations needing simple, effective procedures
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Large ministries looking for full-scale protection planning
No church is too small to prepare.
Why Applied Tactical Defense?
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Experienced, certified instructors
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Real-world safety, law, and defensive training expertise
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Clear, practical instruction for any skill level
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Customized plans — not one-size-fits-all training
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Located right here in Michigan and familiar with local laws
We focus on practical preparedness, not fear-based tactics.
Free Consultation
Want to learn how to make your church safer?
Click below to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
We’ll discuss your church’s needs and create a custom training plan.
Or reach out directly:
📞 844-696-4275
📧 appliedtacticaldefense@gmail.com
📍 Serving Churches Across Mid Michigan