07/09/2026
20th Annual NOCSSM Church Security Conference: 20 Years of Saving Lives and Ministries
PROSPER, Texas, July 2026 / Christian Newswire / —
The National Organization for Church Security and Safety Management returns to North Texas with its milestone 20th Annual National Church Security Conference on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Rock Creek Church in Prosper, Texas.
This powerful one-day event equips pastors, church leaders, safety teams, and ministry professionals with practical, faith-based tools to protect their congregations amid today’s evolving threats. From preventing child sexual abuse to surviving high-stress incidents, attendees leave better prepared to guard what matters most.
Featured experts include:
Gregory Love of MinistrySafe, on preventing child sexual abuse — myths versus real data.
Dr. Sean Lawler of 360 Resilience Group, revealing the neurobiology of survival under stress.
Chuck Chadwick of NOCSSM, sharing 20 years of hard-won lessons and national standards for church security teams.
John Riley of Gentle Response, teaching conflict de-escalation with a true ministry mindset.
Every attendee receives a valuable USB drive packed with NOCSSM’s Master Security Plans, policies, templates, and proven resources developed over two decades — materials that typically cost churches thousands of dollars.
The $99 registration fee includes lunch. Early registration is strongly encouraged — the fee jumps to $150 at the door. Register by August 1st at gatekeeperstx.com/nocssm-conference
Don’t wait for tragedy to strike. Build a safer church today.
About NOCSSM The National Organization for Church Security and Safety Management provides consulting, training, and resources to help churches, Christian schools, and nonprofits create safer environments.
SOURCE: National Organization for Church Security and Safety Management
CONTACT: Charles Chadwick, 214-305-5616, [email protected]