The sad reality we face: learning to protect ourselves while at houses of worship

By: Roger Chesley

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: March 30, 2026

Words: 775

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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At a recent event in Hampton Roads, Michael Goldsmith, regional security advisor for the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, emphasized key points to remember if facing an armed, active threat while in a place of worship:

Know where the exits are – before a crisis happens. If you need to hide, is there a room or other area that’s not easy to enter? Mute your cellphone so the ringtone doesn’t reveal your location. If you …

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