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  • Federal Warnings On Terrorist Car Rammings

    Two Iran-conflict-linked attempts on US synagogues in a six-week window. Both targets had schools on the property. Both attackers chose vehicle ramming.

    Reuters separately reported in March that the White House halted a Department of Homeland Security, FBI, and National Counterterrorism Center bulletin warning state and local agencies of a heightened threat tied to the Iran war.

    The absence of a federal advisory is not the same as the absence of a threat. It means the warning network is muted, and the responsibility for awareness has shifted to local law enforcement, community security, and church security teams themselves.

    There is no active National Terrorism Advisory System bulletin in effect for the United States. Absence of a federal advisory is not the same as absence of a threat. Be Prepared, Ready To Act.

    On March 12, 2026, Lebanese-born US citizen Ayman Ghazali rammed a pickup truck loaded with fireworks and gasoline jugs into Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. More than 100 children were attending school on the property. Ghazali waited in the parking lot for over two hours before attack launch.

    Synagogue security personnel engaged him in gunfire, and Ghazali shot himself inside the truck. The FBI has formally classified the attack as Hezbollah-inspired terrorism. A week before the attack, two of his brothers, including a Hezbollah commander, had been killed in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon.

    April 22, 2026, the FBI Charlotte Joint Terrorism Task Force arrested 18-year-old Angelina Han Hicks in Lexington, North Carolina, for a planned mass-casualty attack on Congregation Beth Israel and the Shlenker School in Houston, Texas. A 16-year-old co-conspirator was arrested in Houston the next day. The court order setting Hicks’s $10 million bond stated the conspiracy was to kill as many Jews as possible by driving a vehicle through the congregation. The plot was a ramming, not a shooting.

    We Thank our friends at Christian Warrior Training Academy for sharing this info in order for us to provide you info to help you. Visit https://ChristianWarriorTraining.com and subscribe to good Free training info. For more Special Info consider a small donation to help then prepare and share. They are a real ministry asset for church safety teams

  • Free Public Safety Seminar May 30th, 8A-12P, in Va Beach Va, sponsored by the Norfolk InfraGard Member Alliance Chapter.

    Active Shooter and Threat Prevention is a training needed by businesses, for churches, houses of worship, piblic events, and to help protect individuals.

    Having a Plan is very important, as is having a Trained Team to carry out the plan. This seminar will give you info on what you need to do in order for you to Be Prepared, Ready To Act Or React To Danger.

    To Register, or for info or a flyer, email your need to:. ChurchSecurityInstitute@gmail.com. we will confirm further info and location. And Please, share with others who may be interested in knowing of it.

  • Minister’s Security Team Stops Church Disruption in Lanham, Maryland

    Pastor kept preaching as the minister’s security team escorted an intruder off the stage. The suspect was arrested hours later after a carjacking and crash.

    A man walked up behind pastor who was preaching and did not see him. “He came behind me and put his arm on my shoulder, just leaned over, saying ‘amen, amen.’”

    The minister’s security team moved immediately. They stepped in, removed Koroma from the stage, and walked him out of the sanctuary. The service continued. No one in the congregation was injured.

    The story did not end at the church doors. Shortly after he was escorted out, a man sitting in his mother’s car nearby preparing to leave for church watched a stranger open the driver’s door, get in, and drive off with him still inside. The victim asked him where they were going, but he did not answer.

    Fearing for his life, the man jumped from the moving vehicle and landed hard on the pavement with cuts and bruises kept driving and struck another vehicle before being arrested. At last he was finally off the street.

    What IF this happened at your church?

    Saturday, May 30th, 8A-12P in Va. Beach, Va. a Free Public Safety event, Active Shooter and Threat Prevention is Sponsored by the Norfolk InfraGard Member Alliance Chapter. Email ChurchSecurityInstitute@gmail.com for a flyer and more info on this free event.

  • U.S. Intel: Churches, Synagogues, Are Now A Priority Target To Protect

    Special Thanks to our friend Keith Graves, founder of Christian Warrior Training, for this information.Alert: Conditions RED for Faith Community.

    Churches, Synagogues, and community religious events as priority targets for Islamic State-inspired actors. The assessment concludes that IS propaganda exploiting the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has produced a documented increase in calls for attacks against religious and political symbols, with radicalized individuals framing this violence as a righteous response to perceived grievances against Muslims. 

    Iran Threatens Attacks on Parks, Public Gatherings, and Tourist Destinations Worldwide — Including U.S. Soft Targets. With Easter Sunday coming up, events inside and outside can be targets and the use of decals in an attact is a new danger. This is a time to be on high alert and aware of anything unusual, out of the ordinary. Churches gathering on predictable schedules, especially with open doors and public-facing event calendars, fit the definition of a soft target, and in danger.

    Weaponized Commercial Drones — A New Threat Church Security Teams Need to Understand And Be Aware Of For Danger. A recreational drone, modified with an off-the-shelf drop mechanism and a small IED, can deliver a lethal payload into a crowded outdoor gathering with no warning and no shooter to identify. Open-air church events, outdoor baptisms, parking lots during peak service times, and church camps are environments where this threat applies directly. Use of a recreational drone, modified with an off-the-shelf drop mechanism and a small IED, can deliver a lethal payload into a crowded outdoor gathering with no warning and no shooter to identify.

    Shootings Outside Church During Funeral Service are a new danger that some churches may not be aware of. And a shooting of a Deacon in Portsmouth, who was observing activity in the parking lots, shows it’s already occurring here. This is why a Safety Team member should be observing suspicious activities outside. Many churches allow their facilities to be used by those who have no connection to church, and could add unknown danger. Check to see if the person the service is for, had gang or crime ties. If they do, you must post extra security. Rivals will know the gang is gathered at your church for the funeral and may come for retaliation.

    The bottom line, churches need a Safety Plan, Policies to direct what to do and not to do and a trained team. Ideally your team leader or others on your team will have law enforcement, military or security, and familiar with things to do, how and when to do then, what not to do. And Importantly, Be Prepared, and Ready, To Act or React. Remember you are a Ministry, not police. Have a good relationship with EMS, Fire and Ploice, invite them to tour your facility to be familiar with it in an emergency. It .ay be helpful to give them a layout of building. And if anything suspicious, call and let them know it’s not a problem but to head that way if things change and helo needed. Be Prepared, Ready.

  • Active Shooter Prevention Saturday May 30, 8A-12P

    In early 2026, communities in Virginia and several other states have reported events involving fights, property concerns, heightened law enforcement response, and, in at least one case, serious violence. As warmer weather approaches, this trend may continue to gain momentum, and businesses, churches, houses of worship, hospitals, open spaces, public events, and universities are not exempt from danger. All areas need to be prepared.

    It is increasingly important for parents, community members, businesses, churches, houses of worship, and public safety partners to remain aware of emerging activity, understand the risks, and encourage safe, proactive reporting through appropriate channels. This is why the InfraGard Alliance Chapter of Norfolk is planning this Prevention of Damage, Danger, and Disorder presentation.

    We are working to bring an Active Danger, Disorder, and Active Shooter Prevention Event on Saturday, May 30th, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Speakers will include Special Agent Paul Dandrade of the Norfolk FBI and the former Norfolk Police Chief, now Regional Security Advisor of the Tidewater Secure Community Network. They will provide guidance on how to handle and prevent problems before they occur. We want to help you be prepared and ready.

    For more information, and to be added to our attendee list, please email your contact information, including your name, cell number, city, how you heard about this event, and whether your church has a safety and security plan, policies, and a trained team. To Atten Please Email Your Info To: ChurchSecurityInstitute@gmail.com now, and we will get back to you with more details, including the event location.

    We need registration information to ensure we have enough seating for everyone attending.

    Bob Chauncey, CPP (Ret), Board Member InfraGard Alliance Norfolk Chapter Board

  • Terrorism In TidewaterVa

    Just A Quick Warning To Make Sure You Know A Terrorist Attack Happened Today At ODU in Norfolk, Va. An adult male in his mid 30’s, and former Natual Guard Member. In 2016 he was arrested, convicted, aiding ISIS Served several years for crimes committed.

    Today shot and killed an ROTC Instructor, Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, and injured two others, before taken down by students. The suspect died after was stabbed in take down process.

    . He was a Muslim, and while likely a lone actor, it may be there may be some other dangerous individuals waiting, planning act.

    Churches, Houses Of Worship, should be alert for any suspicious behavior, visitors you do not know, especially possibly foreign persons. As a ministry we want to always be welcoming, but also cautious, possibly to be targets of assaults, attacks, cause other harm.

    We pray for peace, and know we must also Be Prepared, Ready To Act Or React As Need.

  • CURRENT VIOLENCE AGAINST CHURCHES

    The following info is provided by our friend Keith Graves, founder of a safety academy, ChristianWarriorTraining.com and shared with you to help you Be Prepared, Ready To Act, React, To Deter, Detect, Delay, Defend.

    While Keith offers Free Church Safety Security Training info, there is some info only for his optional paid Subscribers, who help to sustain the ministry. Due to the unusual threat situations now, Keith has lifted the paywall to share following info below to help you serve.

    Armed Subject Stopped Inside Washington Church: Churchgoers stopped a man who entered a church service with a handgun before he could open fire. Police later located a rifle and ammunition in his vehicle. Early recognition and intervention prevented a potential mass casualty attack.

    Funeral Service Shooting – Kansas City:
    Gunfire erupted outside a church during a funeral service, injuring multiple people and striking the building. Funerals connected to criminal activity often carry retaliation risks and should include security planning.

    Stabbing During Funeral – San Diego:
    A stabbing occurred during a funeral service inside a church. The suspect was detained at the scene. Funeral services should include conflict monitoring and quick separation capability.

    Stabbing Near Cincinnati Church:
    A stabbing occurred during a fight near church property. Incidents near church grounds can escalate quickly and should be observed and reported rather than pursued.

    Gun Assault Near St. Louis Church:
    A man allegedly threatened and assaulted another individual with a firearm outside a church. Parking lot confrontations should be monitored closely.

    Internal Church Conflict – California:
    An alleged assault involving a pastor and church elder escalated into protests and division within the congregation. Internal conflict can create crowd control and safety concerns

    While no specific church threats have been identified, escalation historically increases cyber activity, extremist messaging, and the most important one is that lone actor risk.

    Our biggest threat right now is a lone actor coming in to attack a church. It will be shocking if we don’t have a lone actor attacking a church in the next four weeks. We fully expect it., and don’t want to put a percentage on it. but just be ready. Now, while you’re out there patrolling, be alert.

    We want you to remember the chances of something happening at your church are pretty minimal, but they’re not zero. You don’t have this bunker mentality. We want you to be an enhanced greeter. Put a smile on your face, greet everybody as they come in, have a plan to defeat evil when it comes. While we’re concerned with safety and security, remember, we are a ministry, to serve Him.

  • ISIS-Aligned Publication Encourages Poison Attacks on Western Gatherings

    A huge concern for festivals you may have at your church. The information is out there for lone wolf actors. IMMEDIATELY, you must come up with a plan to deal with this issue, warns our fried Keith Graves, founder of ChristianWarriorTraining.com, a Free source of training info to help you serve Him.

    A recently released English-language ISIS-aligned magazine is promoting low-tech poison attacks against Western soft targets, including public gatherings such as festivals, markets, and other crowded venues, like church or community activities, functions. While no specific churches are named, faith-based gatherings fall within the broader “soft target” category described in the material.

    A recently released English-language ISIS-aligned magazine is promoting low-tech poison attacks against Western soft targets, including public gatherings such as festivals, markets, and other crowded venues. Source: Invade (a new English publication from ISIS)

  • Faith Based Threat Intelligence Briefing-

    The current situation between our United States and the regime in Iran is causing real concern in the faith community’s churches and houses of worship. Our country, and government, is engaged in an active military confrontation, following the strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, other senior milirary and regime officiaks and figures at this time.

    After the recent disruption and disturbance at a church in Minneapolis Minnesota, it became clear to some that those who don’t share our faith could become a real danger. With the new activities and attacks by Iran, it seems clear now that churches need to quickly Be Prepared, IF they are not already Ready. With A Plan, Policies, And Training, to Protect Their Flocks Of Lambs And Sheep.

    .Wartime martyrdom rhetoric inside domestic religious paces can quickly increase,by la one actor, or team of dangerous sleeper cells. They could have come in over the Biden open border years. Mobilization risks, particularly in dense religious regions of America, can start without warning. And some training camps have been going on for years, usually remote areas for a range with a lot of arms, ammo.

    Threat Level: HIGH (Orange) While there has not been any explicit call to violence against churches houses of worship, the shooting this weekend in Austin Texas by a 53 year old naturalized citizen, wearing a sweat shirt with Property Of Allah and a t-shirt under it with a flag of Iran, should be a Warning, of what could be coming against a faith community.

    History has shown that durimg periods of international conflict correlated with increased lone actor activity, a majority of people will not act. But a small number will. Given current conditions, one actor, with violence on his mind during this war period, is highly probable. This is why you need to be able to act, react, with a Plan, Policies, and the equipment and trainjng to protect thise you have been called to serve for His flock.

    We thank our brother in Christ, Keith Graves, of Christian Warrior Training Academy program, for sharing this info and guidance.

  • Be Prepared, Train, Be Ready Before A Need

    In 1st Samuel 17:36, the Bible shares that David knew his job, to protect the lambs and sheep. And he had trained to do it, before he had a need to protect them. Sheepdog have the same type duty now, to protect His Flock of lambs and sheep He has provided them.

    Church Safety Security Teams should be like David, called to serve, and Trained on how to provide for and protect his sheep. The pastor is called to be His shepherd, to protect His flock. The Safety Team are the sheepdog, called to help the shepherd provide for. and to protect His flock. We help with training.

    FBSN is an organization that helps to train the sheepdog in hiw to best do their jobs. There are several very good sources of training, to help you to be better able to do the job God ĥas called you to do, for Him.

    If you email us for info on what we do here and have coming up, like a Tactical First Aid class in Va Beach soon, or some of the regional or national training, like FBSN and others have coming soon, we’ll be happy to share the information, to help you to serve. Email: ChurchSecurityInstitute@gmail.com.

    Thanks to Carl Chinn, an old friend and the founder of the Faith Based Security Network for allowing us to share this info with you..