Preparing for physical threats is very much on the minds of church security experts these days, and rightly so. We want to avoid being another story on the news describing the incredible loss of life and innocence. But are we paying enough attention to the emotional...
If you have read my blogs for just about any time at all, you know that I am a big Seth Godin fan. A few years ago he posted a blog entitled "Cheap Shower Curtains" that really caught my attention. Here is an excerpt: The unskilled cost accountant might suggest you...
ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its solution has been chosen by Valley Baptist Church in Bakersfield, CA...
You have probably heard that first impressions of your church facility happen very quickly when a first-time guest comes in. So, we push our facility team to keep entrances clean. The concern is, what does clean mean to you? Clean is one part of a proper cleaning...
In Part One of this article, we looked at the problems facing Houses of Worship today, and discussed why it's important for churches to have plans to deal with any eventuality, whether the problem came from inside the church or outside, whether it was due to natural...
Using a church management system (ChMS) can greatly enhance communication within a church community. But remember, it’s a two-way system that requires your members and you to engage with it. Here are some tips to effectively use a ChMS for communication in your church...
The third annual Church Facilities Management Conference (CFMC), presented by Smart Church Solutions, offers training specific to Facilities Managers at Houses of Worship, so attendees can be assured that every session will have information directly relevant to them...
Boon Edam Inc., a world-leading manufacturer of secured entry solutions, continues to reinforce their position as the preeminent provider of secured entry solutions with thousands of successful deployments around the globe. Boon Edam’s comprehensive lineup of secured...
Each of the three days of this year's Church Facilities Expo, to be held in Dallas October 9-11, will have a full schedule of sessions of interest to Facilities Management teams at churches of any size. The sessions, covering subjects in the areas of Facilities...
Introduction In 1964, folk singer Bob Dylan wrote “The Times They Are a-Changin.” His assessment has never been more compelling. Active shooter threats are becoming more frequent and more sophisticated, and Houses of Worship (HoW) have not escaped the violence. The...
Last week, a client we mentored through the Non-Profit Security Grant (NSGP) process received a $125,000 award from their State Administrative Agency (SAA) for security improvements. Can you visualize the heightened safety and peace of mind this could bring to your...
Active Intelligence, pioneer of AI-powered anomaly detection software for physical security is excited to announce that its groundbreaking ASTRA™ Autonomous Video Anomaly Detection solution is now available for sale. The decision to initiate the official availability...
Providing intelligible speech and music reproduction is the main purpose of any house of worship audio system. However, houses of worship come in many sizes, styles, and configurations, creating a multitude of audio challenges. This House of Worship Design Guide...
You’ve moved into the new facility and are enjoying the “new car smell” and excitement that comes with seeing the vision become reality. As you celebrate this momentous occasion, there’s still work to be done to keep this new building running at peak...
PushPulse launched its critical communications platform, revolutionizing the sharing of important alerts and notifications and offering a revolutionary approach to enhancing safety and communication. Designed to solve problems faced by churches and safety teams...
Media coverage of the horrific slaughter by active shooters (AS) has become a distressingly regular part of our reality. After each attack, calls abound for more stringent gun control, armed guards in schools, better officer training, renewed efforts to address the...
On March 27, 2023, a chill ran down America's spine when Aiden Hale, born Audrey Elizabeth Hale, open fired on the Presbyterian Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee. Three innocent children and three adults became victims of another heartbreaking incident at an...
A growing church is a great problem to have, but at what point is it time to grow your physical building to facilitate your growing ministry? Join the Churches by Daniels team as they discuss preparing for a renovation or expansion, new construction, and the ins and...
There's a phase with every church facility project that is all about raising money. While that may sound unappealing in ministry, the practical reality is any building project will require a significant financial investment. Thankfully, raising funds...
The church greeters ministry is essential for every church. Why? Because your congregation needs to feel a welcoming community. A church greeter ministry spreads hospitable people throughout the entire church as part of an effective first impressions ministry. Think...
Specific steps and considerations for creating a facility budget