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Our Purpose

Provide training, services and support to assist churches in developing and maintaining a security program and security team to create a safe environment at their facilities. We provide skilled, experienced instructors, programs and training resources that will empower your church organization to develop a security program/ security team. These services we provided to the faith-based community are supported by a foundation of biblical principles.

A Biblical Approach

How is a church to prevent and respond to the various safety and security concerns of this age? The Arizona Church Security Network follows a two-pronged approach found within the Scriptures.

"And we prayed to our God and set a guard as a protection against them day and night." Nehemiah 4:9

Networking

We provide monthly opportunities to meet in person in both Southern Arizona and the Phoenix Metro Regions. The first Thursday of the month the Phoenix Metro Region meets at Church for the Nations at 6:00pm. The last Friday of the month the Southern Region meets at Christ Community Church of Tucson at noon for a Lunch & Learn. These opportunities allow church safety and security team members to share information, best practices and learn about a different topic each month. These meeting are open to anyone serving in Faith Based Organization or their churches ministries regardless of AZCSN membership.

We encourage members to share incident information with each other and the network. The network distributes person-of-interest information to its Shepherd members as it is received.

  Professional Training

  The greatest mistakes that people make in a crisis come from not knowing what steps to      take and in what order to take them in a given situation. We offer over thirty-five different    courses, taught by our professional instructors, ranging from the Biblical Basis for Church    to Security, to Family Emergency Preparedness, I LIVED Civilian Response to Active         Attackers, and Arizona Armed Security instruction. 


Assessment and Planning

We understand safety and security in churches and other ministries is unique in several ways.  We will work with your church to customize an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) that meets     the needs of your ministry while providing for the safety of your staff, members, visitors, and children. Our team is also able to assist you in development of safety and security policies and procedures, and examination of threats and risks your organization may encounter.    

Upcoming events

  • Phoenix Monthly Meeting

    • June 01, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
    • 97
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Naloxone (Narcan) Training.

    Increasing naloxone access has been identified as a primary strategy to reduce opioid overdose deaths. EMS systems have instituted public safety-based community naloxone training, distribution access points, and naloxone leave behind (NLB) programs, the latter of which allow emergency medical responders the ability to distribute "leave behind" naloxone kits on the scene of an overdose. These models present opportunities to expand naloxone access for individuals at high risk for future overdoses.  NLB initiatives can potentially augment existing community-based naloxone training structures, thus widening the scope of the life-saving drug and reaching those most at risk of dying from an opioid overdose.  Coupled with the importance of engaging an individual's family and social network when offering connections to treatment and recovery resources, NLB initiatives can significantly and positively impact our communities. 

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  • Arizona Armed Security 16 hour course

    • June 02, 2023
    • 8:00 AM
    • June 03, 2023
    • 5:00 PM
    • Journey Church 3782 N Bank St Kingman & ParaBellum Shooting and Tactical Training Academy Northeast of Antares, Arizona ​
    • 6
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course


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  • Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

    • June 05, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Cross Church 17475 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Cross Church in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Naloxone (Narcan) Training.

    Increasing naloxone access has been identified as a primary strategy to reduce opioid overdose deaths. EMS systems have instituted public safety-based community naloxone training, distribution access points, and naloxone leave behind (NLB) programs, the latter of which allow emergency medical responders the ability to distribute "leave behind" naloxone kits on the scene of an overdose. These models present opportunities to expand naloxone access for individuals at high risk for future overdoses.  NLB initiatives can potentially augment existing community-based naloxone training structures, thus widening the scope of the life-saving drug and reaching those most at risk of dying from an opioid overdose.  Coupled with the importance of engaging an individual's family and social network when offering connections to treatment and recovery resources, NLB initiatives can significantly and positively impact our communities. 

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  • Mesa Monthly Meeting

    • June 06, 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Life"s Destiny Church 2601 East Brown, Mesa, AZ
    • 24
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Tuesday of the month at Life's Destiny Church in Mesa. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Naloxone (Narcan) Training.

    Increasing naloxone access has been identified as a primary strategy to reduce opioid overdose deaths. EMS systems have instituted public safety-based community naloxone training, distribution access points, and naloxone leave behind (NLB) programs, the latter of which allow emergency medical responders the ability to distribute "leave behind" naloxone kits on the scene of an overdose. These models present opportunities to expand naloxone access for individuals at high risk for future overdoses.  NLB initiatives can potentially augment existing community-based naloxone training structures, thus widening the scope of the life-saving drug and reaching those most at risk of dying from an opioid overdose.  Coupled with the importance of engaging an individual's family and social network when offering connections to treatment and recovery resources, NLB initiatives can significantly and positively impact our communities.  

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  • Active Shooter Response: Reality Based Training Force-on-Role Player

    • June 09, 2023
    • June 10, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W Cortaro Farms Rd, Tucson
    • 10
    Register

    This entry level Reality Based Training course will provide students with an environment to learn how to safely operate and utilize Ultimate Training Munitions (UTM) converted firearms for training. The course will include a review of different tactics that may be used when moving through interior structures. Students will then practice engaging threats using their verbal, less lethal and deadly force skills as appropriate in a given situation. 

    Registration fee includes UTM Man Marker Rounds, conversions, and protective equipment. 

    Participants must have completed the Arizona Armed Security Guard Course through AZCSN. This course is a prerequisite for all other Reality Based Training provided by the network. Class is limited to 14 students. 

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  • June Lunch & Learn

    • June 30, 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ
    Register

    Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

    This month we will be focused on Naloxone (Narcan) Training. Increasing naloxone access has been identified as a primary strategy to reduce opioid overdose deaths. EMS systems have instituted public safety-based community naloxone training, distribution access points, and naloxone leave behind (NLB) programs, the latter of which allow emergency medical responders the ability to distribute "leave behind" naloxone kits on the scene of an overdose. These models present opportunities to expand naloxone access for individuals at high risk for future overdoses.  NLB initiatives can potentially augment existing community-based naloxone training structures, thus widening the scope of the life-saving drug and reaching those most at risk of dying from an opioid overdose.  Coupled with the importance of engaging an individual's family and social network when offering connections to treatment and recovery resources, NLB initiatives can significantly and positively impact our communities. 


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  • Active Shooter Response: Reality Based Training Force-on-Role Player

    • July 07, 2023
    • July 08, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • Antioch Phoenix 1125 N Dobson Rd, Chandler
    • 10
    Register

    This entry level Reality Based Training course will provide students with an environment to learn how to safely operate and utilize Ultimate Training Munitions (UTM) converted firearms for training. The course will include a review of different tactics that may be used when moving through interior structures. Students will then practice engaging threats using their verbal, less lethal and deadly force skills as appropriate in a given situation. 

    Registration fee includes UTM Man Marker Rounds, conversions, and protective equipment. 

    Participants must have completed the Arizona Armed Security Guard Course through AZCSN. This course is a prerequisite for all other Reality Based Training provided by the network. Class is limited to 14 students. 

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  • Tucson Monthly Meeting- Keeping Kids Safe in a Ministry Environment

    • July 10, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • CDO Bible Church 9200 N. Oracle Road Tucson
    Register

    Every-other-month we meet at CDO Bible Church for an evening training opportunity. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

    In this course you will begin to understand the extent of child sexual abuse and why the church is a target for these predators. You will learn the truth about background checks and what a solid volunteer screening process looks like that will facilitate keeping your kids safe in the ministry environment.




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  • Realistic De-Escalation

    • July 15, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Calvary Chapel Queen Creek 19248 E San Tan Blvd, Queen Creek
    Register

    Realistic De-Escalation thoroughly dissects the complex concept of “de-escalation” and the many elements in determining its feasibility or effectiveness in a variety of encounter types. This deeper knowledge of de-escalation is valuable to both security officers and supervisors called in to review force events after the fact. All these parties will need to determine to what extent using de-escalation techniques is feasible in specific high-pressure and rapidly unfolding encounters.

    Participants in the course will learn concepts and methods that support de-escalation efforts when personal connections can be made between officers and subjects. These attendees will be given knowledge regarding ways to help people in a state of mental health crisis, or whose perception of reality is altered. Officers will be able to better manage human beings with better skills around establishing contact, building rapport and gaining influence to achieve police objectives.

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  • Tactical Decision Making

    • July 22, 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Life's Destiny Church 2601 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ
    • 10
    Register

    Tactical Decision Making merely refers to decisions made for short-time span goals. This course focuses on those decisions made under time constraints, where discretionary time is not available. The focus is on the high-risk/criticality/liability, low-frequency events that are typified by the use of force.

    Participants will review use-of-force concepts, observe videos of previous incidents, learn to avoid the traps of poor decision making, apply the priorities of life, and make appropriate decisions based on the situation presented. 

    This course includes the use of a Firearms Training Simulator (FATS) and live action roleplaying in a variety of incidents. 

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  • Tactical Decision Making

    • July 29, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • CDO Bible Church 9200 N Oracle Road Tucson
    • 12
    Register

    Tactical Decision Making merely refers to decisions made for short-time span goals. This course focuses on those decisions made under time constraints, where discretionary time is not available. The focus is on the high-risk/criticality/liability, low-frequency events that are typified by the use of force.

    Participants will review use-of-force concepts, observe videos of previous incidents, learn to avoid the traps of poor decision making, apply the priorities of life, and make appropriate decisions based on the situation presented. 

    This course includes the use of a Firearms Training Simulator (FATS) and live action roleplaying in a variety of incidents. 

    Show details

  • Mesa Monthly Meeting

    • August 01, 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Life"s Destiny Church 2601 East Brown, Mesa, AZ
    • 24
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Tuesday of the month at Life's Destiny Church in Mesa. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Mandatory Reporting in the Church.

    Arizona law requires certain people, including Sunday School teachers and others working with children and youth in the church, regardless of whether they are financially compensated, to report suspected abuse (ARS §13-3620.A). You may be a child’s only advocate at the time you report the possibility of abuse or neglect. Children often tell a person with whom they feel safe about abuse or neglect.

    Learn about the requirements for mandatory reporting. The protection given to reporters through Arizona State Law and the importance of following through with the reporting process. 

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  • Phoenix Monthly Meeting

    • August 03, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
    • 99
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Mandatory Reporting in the Church. 

    Arizona law requires certain people, including Sunday School teachers and others working with children and youth in the church, regardless of whether they are financially compensated, to report suspected abuse (ARS §13-3620.A). You may be a child’s only advocate at the time you report the possibility of abuse or neglect. Children often tell a person with whom they feel safe about abuse or neglect.

    Learn about the requirements for mandatory reporting. The protection given to reporters through Arizona State Law and the importance of following through with the reporting process. 

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  • Arizona Armed Security Guard 16 hour course

    • August 04, 2023
    • August 06, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • Ben Avery Shooting Facility Frank DeSomma Building 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix
    • 12
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course


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  • Stop-the-Bleed & I LIVED: Violent Intruder Response Training for Churches & Schools

    • August 05, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Trinity Bible Church 3420 W Peoria Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85029
    Register

    This six-hour course is designed to educate the public on how they can mitigate the loss of life if they find themselves in a violent intruder incident. The goal of I LIVED training is for participants to recognize the need for immediate response to these types of incidents, recognize ways they may intervene, and empower them to make a difference in the event.

    The purpose of the STOP THE BLEED® campaign is to make our nation more resilient by better preparing the public to save lives if people nearby are severely bleeding. This preparation is being done by raising awareness and teaching people how to learn three quick actions to control serious bleeding.

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  • Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

    • August 07, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Cross Church 17475 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Cross Church in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Mandatory Reporting in the Church. 

    Arizona law requires certain people, including Sunday School teachers and others working with children and youth in the church, regardless of whether they are financially compensated, to report suspected abuse (ARS §13-3620.A). You may be a child’s only advocate at the time you report the possibility of abuse or neglect. Children often tell a person with whom they feel safe about abuse or neglect.

    Learn about the requirements for mandatory reporting. The protection given to reporters through Arizona State Law and the importance of following through with the reporting process. 
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  • AZ Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Refresher

    • August 12, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Ben Avery Shooting 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85086
    • 14
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification


    Location: Ben Avery AZDPS Classroom and AZDPS Range

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course
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  • Arizona Armed Security 16 hour course

    • August 25, 2023
    • August 26, 2023
    • 2 sessions
    • Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix
    • 23
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course


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  • August Lunch & Learn

    • August 25, 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ
    Register

    Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

    This month we will focus on mandatory reporting in the church. 

    Arizona law requires certain people, including Sunday School teachers and others working with children and youth in the church, regardless of whether they are financially compensated, to report suspected abuse (ARS §13-3620.A). You may be a child’s only advocate at the time you report the possibility of abuse or neglect. Children often tell a person with whom they feel safe about abuse or neglect.

    Learn about the requirements for mandatory reporting. The protection given to reporters through Arizona State Law and the importance of following through with the reporting process. 



    Show details

  • Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

    • September 04, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Cross Church 17475 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Cross Church in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on communication and report writing. 

    Communication, articulation, and report writing skills are essential to the success of safety and security teams. Written documentation serves as the memory of the organization and individuals involved in an incident. This course will provide the participants with a foundation in the skills necessary to accurately report and document incidents that have occurred at their houses of worship. 
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  • Mesa Monthly Meeting

    • September 05, 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Life"s Destiny Church 2601 East Brown, Mesa, AZ
    • 24
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Tuesday of the month at Life's Destiny Church in Mesa. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Communication & Report Writing.

    Communication, articulation, and report writing skills are essential to the success of safety and security teams. Written documentation serves as the memory of the organization and individuals involved in an incident. This course will provide the participants with a foundation in the skills necessary to accurately report and document incidents that have occurred at their houses of worship.

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  • Phoenix Monthly Meeting

    • September 07, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
    • 99
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Communication and Report Writing.

    Communication, articulation, and report writing skills are essential to the success of safety and security teams. Written documentation serves as the memory of the organization and individuals involved in an incident. This course will provide the participants with a foundation in the skills necessary to accurately report and document incidents that have occurred at their houses of worship. 

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  • Arizona Armed Security Guard 8 hour Refresher Course

    • September 09, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W. Cortaro Farms Rd & Pinal Airpark 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road, Red Rock
    • 9
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course
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  • Tucson Monthly Meeting- Domestic Violence in a Ministry Setting

    • September 11, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • CDO Bible Church 9200 N. Oracle Road Tucson
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    Every-other-month we meet at CDO Bible Church for an evening training opportunity. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

    Domestic violence is one of the top three causes of deadly force incidents at faith based organizations in the United States. We will identify the prevalence of DV in the country and specifically churches in the US. We will discuss ways we can increase awareness, formulate policies and procedures while respecting individuals privacy and protecting the church’s members and staff. The course includes discussion of the potential responses to domestic violence incidents occurring at churches and schools.   

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  • September Lunch & Learn

    • September 29, 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ
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    Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

    This month we will focus on communication and report writing. 

    Communication, articulation, and report writing skills are essential to the success of safety and security teams. Written documentation serves as the memory of the organization and individuals involved in an incident. This course will provide the participants with a foundation in the skills necessary to accurately report and document incidents that have occurred at their houses of worship. 




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  • Firearm Skill Development Workshop

    • September 30, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Pinal Airpark 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road, Red Rock, AZ 85145
    • 9
    Register

    Skill Development Workshops provide participants with opportunities for continued practice and growth in skills. AZCSN instructors and RSOs will provide coaching and instruction in specific skills applicable to the church safety and security mission. Skill Development Workshops are limited to ten participants. 

    Prerequisite: Basic Pistol, Practical Pistol or AZ Armed Security Guard course. 

     

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  • Low-Light Handgun

    • September 30, 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • Pinal Air Park Range 24641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Marana, AZ 85653
    • 10
    Register

    Take your tactical self-defense training to the next level and learn to protect yourself in low-light situations.

    Most handgun training occurs during daylight, however, it is well documented that many shootings occur under low-light conditions. So why not train for the most probable and realistic real-world scenario? Want to see what it looks like?

    • Rods and cones – the human eye and how it works in low light
    • Night vision
    • Back-lighting and front-lighting
    • Handheld flashlight shooting techniques
    • Shooting from concealed carry positions
    • Point Shooting
    • Target Identification
    • Weapon manipulation skills (reloading, malfunctions clearance under low light conditions)
    Prerequisite: AZCSN Basic, Intermediate, or Armed Security Course and Instructor Approval.
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  • Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

    • October 02, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Cross Church 17475 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ
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    AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Cross Church in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on domestic violence in ministry contexts. 

    Domestic violence is one of the top three causes of deadly force incidents at faith based organizations in the United States. We will identify the prevalence of DV in the country and specifically churches in the US. We will discuss ways we can increase awareness, formulate policies and procedures while respecting individuals privacy and protecting the church’s members and staff. The course includes discussion of the potential responses to domestic violence incidents occurring at churches and schools.

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  • Mesa Monthly Meeting

    • October 03, 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Life"s Destiny Church 2601 East Brown, Mesa, AZ
    • 24
    Register

    AZCSN meets the first Tuesday of the month at Life's Destiny Church in Mesa. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Domestic Violence in Ministry Contexts.

    Domestic violence is one of the top three causes of deadly force incidents at faith based organizations in the United States. We will identify the prevalence of DV in the country and specifically churches in the US. We will discuss ways we can increase awareness, formulate policies and procedures while respecting individuals privacy and protecting the church’s members and staff. The course includes discussion of the potential responses to domestic violence incidents occurring at churches and schools.

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  • Phoenix Monthly Meeting

    • October 05, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
    • 99
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    AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

    This month we will focus on Domestic Violence in Ministry Context.

    Domestic violence is one of the top three causes of deadly force incidents at faith based organizations in the United States. We will identify the prevalence of DV in the country and specifically churches in the US. We will discuss ways we can increase awareness, formulate policies and procedures while respecting individuals privacy and protecting the church’s members and staff. The course includes discussion of the potential responses to domestic violence incidents occurring at churches and schools.

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  • Arizona Armed Security Guard 16-hour course

    • October 06, 2023
    • 8:00 AM
    • October 07, 2023
    • 5:00 PM
    • AZCSN 7030 E Old Vail Rd. Building B Tucson & Pinal Air Park Range 24641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Red Rock,
    • 8
    Register

    Topics Include:

    -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

    -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

    -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

    -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

    -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

    -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

    -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

    -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

    -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

    Required Equipment:

    Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
    Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
    Sturdy strong side holster
    Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
    Three magazines minimum (more are better)
    Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
    Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
    Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
    Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
    Brimmed hat
    Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
    Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
    Closed toe shoes
    Lots of water
    Lunch
    Sunscreen

    Prohibited:

    An unteachable spirit
    Handguns in calibers not listed above
    Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
    Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
    Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
    Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
    Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
    Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course


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  • AZ Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Refresher

    • October 14, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Ben Avery Shooting Facility AZDPS Classroom & Range 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix
    • 17
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