Protecting Those Who Protect Their Congregation
Since the year 2000, there have been over 350 deadly incidents at houses of worship across America. Get the skills, knowledge, and coverage to serve your congregation confidently.
Program Details
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Threat Recognition
Know what to look for. Understand direct and indirect threat indicators, risk factors, and warning signs.
Emergency Planning
Build a collaborative security team, set clear goals for deterrence, protection, response, and mitigation.
Run, Hide, Fight
Master the Department of Homeland Security's “Run, Hide, Fight” framework. Adapted specifically for the unique environment and mission of your house of worship.
Security Challenges
Learn to recognize the unique security challenges houses of worship face, from open-door policies and volunteer staff to overcoming the stigma of arming security teams.
Deadly Force
Understand the legal threshold for using deadly force, where and when to engage an active shooter, and how to stop the threat while minimizing risk to innocent bystanders.
Houses of worship face security challenges unlike any other environment. Open doors, volunteer staff, and a mission of peace can make preparation feel at odds with your values, but it doesn't have to. This free, in-person class covers threat recognition, emergency operations planning, how to respond decisively if the unthinkable happens, and a ton more. Walk away with a real plan to keep your congregation safe.
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Complete Preparation for Houses of Worship
USCCA Members receive education to identify and de-escalate threats, training designed for real-world scenarios, and self-defense liability⁰ with immediate legal support and 24/7 Critical Response Team access as automatic benefits. This complete preparation gives security & safety teams at houses of worship the knowledge, skills, and coverage needed when moments matter most.
Security and safety team members receive a 10% discount after attending a Protecting Houses of Worship event.
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Unified Training for Coordinated Protection
Special Pricing for Security Teams
Coverage Terms and BenefitsUSCCA Membership provides complete peace of mind to protect leadership teams, volunteers, and responsible protectors. If you're paid by the house of worship specifically for security or safety services, the occupational exclusion applies. Paid staff members whose duties don't include security remain covered.
What's Included: Self-Defense Liability Insurance for covered incidents, 1,200+ pro-2A attorneys, 24/7 Critical Response Team, education and training resources, and clear terms and exclusions.
Group Membership: If you have multiple team members interested in enrolling, explore a discounted single-payer solution through your house of worship.
Why Team Training Matters: A coordinated safety team responds faster and more effectively. When your team trains together, you develop shared protocols, understand each member's role, and can respond as a unified front during incidents.
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Online Protecting Houses of Worship Video Series
Learn at your own pace with expert instructions on Houses Of Worship Security Fundamentals, threat assessment, legal considerations, and crisis response.

S2 Ep3 Ch1: Defending Houses of Worship
You’ve gathered here countless times without fear. But what if this time is different? Watch as Rob Chadwick highlights the preparation and training provided through this Tactical Mastery Series, and how it could mean the difference between tragedy and survival.

S2 Ep3 Ch2: Without Warning
Violence erupts without warning — chaos, fear, and panic set in. In this worst-case scenario, action always beats reaction. Do you know what you’d do, where you’d go, or how you’d respond to protect those around you? This episode explores the lifesaving decisions that can lead to the best possible outcome.

S2 ep3 ch7: Defending Houses of Worship - Podcast With the Experts
Join Rob as he sits down with Jay Trombley, Security Team Member at Cross Pointe Community Church, and Keith Graves, Founder of Christian Warrior Training, to break down what it truly means to defend houses of worship – with insights from two men who have trained for it and lived it.

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