I lived mostly in communities of 50,000 or less, and have never seen, nor even HEARD, of a church having a protective detail until a few years ago. Where is our society going?!?!?!
It's not a sign of the times, but rather the way things have always been. When you get a group of like minded individuals together, anywhere, and there is an opposition to that group you've got the potential for trouble. Places of worship have always been and will always be targets for someone. I challenge you to find an era where no places of worship have been attacked. You've just been lucky and/or have not heard about incidents.
Sorry, but I simply cannot fathom going to a church that needs security...I dont think I would want to be part of that community, if I had a choice. No offense to the OP...but a place of peace shouldnt NEED this level of protection. It simply baffles the mind!!!
You're right, they SHOULDN'T NEED that level of protection, not in this country of supposed tolerance and freedom. However, in my opinion, it is smart to be prepared for any contingency especially where history shows a need for one.
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