Around 4 in 5 U.S. Protestant pastors (81%) say their church has some type of security measure in place when they gather for worship.
Most churches have some type of security measures in place during worship services. Pastors point to intentional plans and armed church members more than other measures.
Analysis by Paul Glader and Michael Ray Smith
Churches and ministries have been increasingly focused on security issues. At least 19 fatal shootings have occurred at houses of worship since 2000.