How to Build a Church Safety Team (Fast) + Horse-Assisted Grief Support for Kids

Just the Truth focuses on “Securing Sacred Spaces” — Faith-Focused Church Security Training (Sept 25)

Host: C&C Indoor Range — Asheville Hwy, Boiling Springs, SC (CCIndoorRange.com)
When: September 25 (2-hour workshop)
Who it’s for: Pastors, elders, deacons, ushers/greeters, safety team members, church/school staff, volunteers (armed or unarmed). No prior license or experience required.

Houses of worship are often labeled “soft targets,” but they don’t have to be. Securing Sacred Spaces is a practical workshop built specifically for church environments—balancing spiritual priorities with real-world preparedness.

What You’ll Learn

• Recognizing Pre-Attack Indicators
  Spot behavioral red flags early (fixation, scouting behavior, boundary testing, agitated body language, concealed carry tells, “probe” questions at doors).

• Emergency Action Plans
  Build evacuation, lockdown, and medical response procedures that work on Sundays (auditorium + kids’ wing + parking lot).

• Legal & Liability Basics
  Use-of-force considerations, carry on church property, documentation, coordination with local law enforcement.

• Insurance 101 for Churches
  What’s commonly covered, where gaps appear, and how to document incidents to protect your congregation and your team.

• Team Roles That Work
  Team lead, exterior/door posts, internal rover, medical responder, communications coordinator—plus comms discipline and hand-off points.

• Sample Security Plans
  Templates and checklists scaled for small, mid-size, and large congregations.

Register: Visit CCIndoorRange.com and look under Training → Securing Sacred Spaces (Sept 25).
Note: Seating is limited.

Quick disclaimer: This post provides general information, not legal advice. Always follow South Carolina law, your church’s policies, and coordinate with local law enforcement.

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2) Tomorrow’s Rainbow — Free Grief Support for Children & Caregivers (Travelers Rest)

Website: TomorrowsRainbow.org

Tomorrow’s Rainbow offers free, twice-monthly support groups for children (ages 3–18) and their caregivers who’ve experienced the death of a loved one or significant trauma. The program blends clinician-led peer support with on-the-ground interaction with horses (no riding)—a calm, hands-on setting that helps kids regulate big emotions, build coping skills, and find a path back to joy.

Photo:Tomorrow’s Rainbow

What to Expect

• Age-appropriate groups (Littles, Bigs, Teens) meet twice a month; caregivers receive parallel support.

• Horse-assisted activities (no riding) designed to build confidence, calm, and connection.

• Clinician-guided peer model that normalizes grief and equips families with practical tools.

Who Should Attend

• Pastors and faith leaders referring families in crisis

• Parents, guardians, and caregivers seeking no-cost, evidence-informed support

• School counselors, youth leaders, and community partners

Bring It to Your Site

• Grief on the Go & Coping Academy bring Tomorrow’s Rainbow to schools, churches, camps, and community programs across the Upstate.

Learn / Enroll / Donate: TomorrowsRainbow.org
Programs are free thanks to community support. If you’re able, consider a donation to keep access open for every family that needs it.

Community Bonus: Great American Cleanup

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