New FBSN Members-Only Threat Information Briefing with Patrick Cumba

One church reported concerning activity. That report led to additional reports from houses of worship across the country.

This fall, the Faith-Based Security Network (FBSN), in partnership with security professional Patrick Cumba, has received reports of seven apparent probing incidents at houses of worship across multiple states.

What began as one FBSN member sharing a concerning encounter developed into a broader discussion among security professionals, bringing additional reports to light.

While these incidents have raised concerns, there has been no confirmation that they are connected or that a specific attack against houses of worship is planned or imminent.

Nevertheless, the information-sharing process highlights something important for every church security professional.

The Power of a National Network

A church security team may encounter something concerning without knowing whether similar activity has occurred elsewhere.

When those observations remain isolated, potentially relevant information may never reach the people who could help evaluate it.

That is where a trusted national network can make a difference.

Through FBSN's relationships with ministry security professionals across the country, information can be shared, compared, and evaluated by experienced professionals.

What one church sees as an isolated incident may become more meaningful when considered alongside reports from other locations.

This recent series of reports illustrates the importance of those connections.

New Members-Only Threat Information Briefing

In our latest exclusive briefing, Patrick Cumba joins FBSN to discuss the seven reported incidents and their significance for houses of worship.

The conversation addresses:

• The recently reported incidents and why they warrant attention.

• Recognizing indicators of potential security probing.

• Considerations for church security teams encountering suspicious activity.

• The importance of appropriate documentation and law enforcement coordination.

• How FBSN's national network supports timely, responsible information sharing.

Specific incident details, security considerations, and operational guidance are reserved for vetted FBSN members.

Watch the Members-Only Video

FBSN members can access the full briefing through our secure members-only forum:

FBSN Restricted Access Videos

Members are also encouraged to participate in the Current Threat Information Special Interest Group, where vetted members can access additional information and instructions for joining our Signal Threat Information Group.

Important: These resources are restricted to vetted FBSN members. Sensitive threat assessments, recordings, and information shared through these channels are not intended for public redistribution.

Why Does FBSN Restrict Certain Threat Information?

Not every piece of security information belongs on a public platform.

Some information is best shared among vetted professionals who have a legitimate responsibility for protecting houses of worship.

Restricting sensitive discussions allows security professionals to exchange relevant information, evaluate developing concerns, and discuss appropriate protective measures without unnecessarily exposing details that could compromise security.

Our purpose is not to create fear. It is to help those entrusted with protecting our churches remain informed, connected, and prepared.

Not an FBSN Member Yet?

If something concerning happened at your church this weekend, who would you turn to beyond your own security team?

The Faith-Based Security Network exists to connect those serving in ministry security with experienced professionals across the country.

Current threat information is just one benefit of FBSN membership.

Members also have access to a national network of vetted professionals, exclusive training resources, our Learning Management System, weekly Sheepdog Coffee discussions, professional forums, special-interest groups, and educational recordings.

The recent reports discussed in this briefing demonstrate why those relationships matter.

No single church can monitor everything happening across the country. But through trusted relationships and responsible information sharing, we can help one another stay informed and better prepared.

If you are responsible for protecting a church or ministry, you shouldn't have to navigate that responsibility alone.

Join the Faith-Based Security Network

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