House of Worship Safety Seminar Planned

Franklin County Sheriff's Office to host training for local churches

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The Franklin County Sheriff's Office, in cooperation with the Franklin County Office of Emergency Management and Communications, will be hosting a House of Worship Training Seminar to assist faith-based organizations in preparing to respond to safety and security threats. The seminar is designed to provide practical preparedness information for clergy, pastors, church leaders, deacons, security team members and official congregational representatives.

Why it matters

With increasing concerns about security at places of worship, this seminar aims to help local churches strengthen their safety protocols without compromising the open and welcoming nature of religious gatherings.

The details

Experienced law enforcement professionals will lead the session, offering real world insights into prevention strategies and emergency response planning. The seminar will be held at the Eagles Nest at the Lake in West Frankfort on Saturday, April 11, from 8 a.m. to noon.

  • The seminar will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The players

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency hosting the House of Worship Training Seminar.

Franklin County Office of Emergency Management and Communications

The government agency cooperating with the Sheriff's Office to host the seminar.

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What’s next

The seminar will provide practical guidance to local faith-based organizations on how to improve security and emergency preparedness.

The takeaway

This seminar reflects growing concerns about safety at places of worship and the need for houses of faith to balance security with maintaining an open and welcoming environment for their communities.