Protecting the flock: a complicated challenge amid rising threats to churches

Rodney Hudson, pastor of Ames Memorial Baptist Church, speaks about the value of Safe Streets in the Penn North community. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

By Jonathan M. Pitts

PUBLISHED: October 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM EDT | UPDATED: October 13, 2025 at 10:26 AM EDT

"How many more warning signs do you really need to prioritize safety?"

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