Church Security Talk

Church Security Talk

Hosted by: Worship Security Academy

Welcome to Church Security Talk – your go-to resource for church safety and security. Join host Simon Osamoh, an ex-UK detective, former head of counterterrorism at Mall of America, Minnesota and church security...

Episodes

ep. 90 When Seconds Count: Lessons from the Richmond Road Baptist Church Shooting

Season #9

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...
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ep. 89 From Tragedy to Preparedness: Why Church Safety Teams Need Legal Protection

Season #9

What would you do if you had to defend your congregation with force? Join Right to Bear In this eye-opening episode, Simon sits down with the leadership team from Right to Bear, a faith-based legal defense membership...
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ep. 88 Inside a Lone Wolf Attack: Lessons from the DC Jewish Museum Shooting

Season #9

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...
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ep. 87 Protecting Churches from Vehicle Collisions: What Every Ministry Must Know

Season #9

Imagine a school bus crashing into your church’s children's play area—no warning, no time to react. Would your church be ready? In this episode, we unpack a real incident where a school bus veered into a church...
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ep.86 Top 8 Church Security FAQs Answered

Season #9

In this rapid-fire Q&A, Simon tackles eight of the most pressing questions from church leaders and volunteers—from the status of the 2025 NSGP grant to selecting the right background‑check provider. Tune in for...
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ep.85 The Truth About Hiring Security Guards with NSGP Funds: What FEMA Won’t Tell You

Season #9

Thinking of using FEMA’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) to hire security guards? Don’t make a move before hearing this. In this episode, Simon breaks down the complexities of using NSGP funds for contract...
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ep.84 Preparedness Over Fear with Pastor Everidge Thomas

Season #9

Are you prepared to safeguard your church community? In this episode, Simon sits down with Pastor Everidge Thomas of New Generation Church to discuss the importance of church security, the biblical responsibility of...
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ep.83 Why Most Nonprofits Fail at NSGP Grants & How to Succeed

Season #9

Struggling to secure NSGP funding for your nonprofit? In this episode, we tackle the most frequently asked questions that have helped nonprofits secure over $18 million in funding. Discover why many applications fail,...
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ep.82 Bulletproof House of Worship Conference with Lt. Col Dave Grossman

Season #9

Simon Osamoh welcomes Lt. Col. Dave Grossman to discuss his upcoming Bulletproof Mind Church Safety Conference in Mount Vernon, Illinois. They cover the urgent need for church safety, rising threats, and the role of...
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ep.81 NSGP Grant (NSS ) National Security Supplemental Update

Season #9

Simon dives into the latest updates for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), including the newly introduced National Security Supplement (NSS). Whether you're a house of worship, or nonprofit organization,...
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ep.80 Does Your Church Have an Employee Handbook?

Season #8

Employee handbooks are important governance of a church safety and security program. Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, nonprofit...
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ep.79 Every Church Security Team Started with One Person

Season #8

Do you look at other church safety and security programs and wish you were where they are? Well every church safety and security team started right where you are with one person! Join us for the 9th Annual Securing...
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