We are deeply saddened to learn of the church shooting in Michigan this past weekend. Please join us as we continue to keep their community in our thoughts and prayers.
Please see related safety and security reminders below for your consideration:
- Continue to work with your local law enforcement partners.
- Request safety and security advice and extra patrol.
- Be intentional about growing that relationship.
- Review your safety plan.
- Access control
- Limiting ingress (unlocked doors).
- Locking doors – what is the right balance for your community?
- Limiting ingress (unlocked doors).
- Security Managers Information Group (SMIG)
- Find more information at Mission Support, including a registration link.
- The SMIG website has a vendor list, available to registered members, with safety and security resources, including subject matter experts: SMIG member access
Standard Response Protocol Resources
SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
The Archdiocese, SMIG, the Office of Ministerial Standards and Safe Environment (OMSSE), and the Office of Safety, Security and Facilities (OSSF) are planning a safety and security conference in collaboration with the Catholic Mutual Group and Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management for the end of October. More information will be forthcoming soon.