Church Safety & Emergency Preparedness Training
Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Diocese of Wisconsin invites clergy, parish leaders, staff, vestry members, ushers, and others involved in church safety and emergency preparedness to a three-hour training led by the Rev. Timothy Kingsley, Director for Logistics and Risk for The Episcopal Church.
What We'll Cover
The workshop will provide practical guidance and opportunities for discussion around:
Emergency management and emergency planning
Conducting and using risk assessments
Threat assessment and behavioral indicators
Active violence prevention
Active violence response strategies
Applying safety and preparedness practices in parish settings
The workshop is designed to be interactive, with conversation and table discussions helping participants consider how these principles apply within their own congregations.
Two Training Opportunities
Morning Session
8:30 a.m.
Christ Church Episcopal
5655 N. Lake Drive
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Afternoon Session
3:30 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church
Each workshop is approximately three hours.
Space at each training is limited to approximately 40 participants to allow for meaningful conversation and interaction.
Registration information will be available soon.