The McKnight Group’s free i3 webinars provide ideas, insights, and innovations about church design and building. Each webinar also presents an opportunity to ask questions and get expert answers on the variety of topics we cover. A recent session focused on church safety and security and had some excellent questions from attendees. Here they are, along with our answers. [...]
A church building is more than a place of worship—it’s a hub of activity for people of all ages and roles. And keeping all those who enter safe and secure is an important element of church design. In this article, we build upon our previous post covering safety design for building interiors, exteriors, and general access points. Here’s a [...]
Our last several posts have emphasized that safety and security are vital priorities when planning a new church building or renovating an existing one. We’ve pointed out the importance of security and safety to churchgoers, as well. While a church design can’t eliminate every risk, it can go a long way to providing a secure environment while maintaining a [...]
Ensuring the safety and security of all within a church building is an essential responsibility for church leaders. While building codes and thoughtful church design also play an important role in addressing these concerns, they alone cannot prevent all threats. One of the most effective ways to protect a church is by implementing security teams and training volunteers. Surprisingly, [...]
Besides their calling to help people grow closer to Christ, church leaders also need to think about practical matters like keeping the church building safe and secure. Safety concerns go beyond just preventing violence or accidents—they also include less obvious risks, among them potential lawsuits. The Many Security Concerns for Church Leaders A church design will consider a broad [...]
