Every Church Needs A Security Plan Fortified By The Second Amendment
A shooting at a Michigan church on Sunday makes the somber and compelling case for why every single house of worship in America should take steps to protect itself against the inevitable threats of violence against Christians.
Brian Anthony Browning, later identified as the son of a CrossPointe Community Church parishoner, allegedly armed himself with a tactical vest and two guns before driving his vehicle into the Wayne, Michigan, house of worship and opening fire on the building’s exterior.
His attempted rampage, captured on a service livestream, threatened pews filled with approximately 150 worshippers — many were children present for the Vacation Bible School-themed service. While a security guard sustained a non-life-threatening gun wound, no lives except for the shooter’s own were lost thanks to the preparedness of the church and its members.
As Browning tried to breach the church building with his weapons in tow, he was promptly mowed down by a CrossPointe deacon driving a Ford F-150. The member was reportedly running late for the service and took action when he noticed the commotion. Two of the church’s armed members finished the job by shooting at Browning, which ultimately killed him.
The deacon’s quick thinking, the carrying members’ aim, and CrossPointe’s overall preparedness for a scary situation like a shooting saved more than 100 lives. Wayne Police Chief Ryan Strong confirmed as much in a press conference on Sunday. (Read more from “Every Church Needs A Security Plan Fortified By The Second Amendment” HERE)
