What is the difference between a safety team and a safety ministry? In this episode, I talk about why that distinction matters more than people may think. This is about more than security, response, and readiness. It is about service, mindset, and what it means to protect the church without losing the heart of ministry.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Rodney Carpentier, a law enforcement lieutenant and co-leader of a Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) team, to talk about recognizing warning signs and preventing targeted violence in churches and other houses of worship.

We discuss how concerning behavior develops, where people tend to miss it, and what churches can do to take concerns seriously without losing the heart of ministry.

Rodney also brings a unique perspective through his role as an usher in his parish, offering insight from both the law enforcement and church side of these situations.

You can learn more about Rodney and his work at:https://rlcarpentier.com/

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Outro Music “Sound Mind” performed by Lesley Jones

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Mixed & Mastered by: Joshua Frerichs

Release Date: January 16, 2026

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Most people think violence is random—but there are often warning signs long before anything happens.

In this episode, I’m joined by Robert Mahoney, founder of TVTP Solutions, to break down the “pathway to violence,” what behaviors to look for, and how churches can recognize and respond before a situation escalates.

Learn more about his work at: https://tvtpsolutions.com/

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Outro Music “Sound Mind” performed by Lesley Jones

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Release Date: January 16, 2026

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This episode features Robert Siciliano, CEO of Protect Now LLC and the architect of the Strategic Human Firewall. You can learn more about his work at protectnowllc.com.

Churches are built on trust—but that same mindset can create blind spots.

In this episode, I’m joined by Robert Siciliano to break down what he calls the “Sanctuary Blindspot”—the tension between being welcoming and staying aware. We talk about why people lower their guard in church environments, how situational awareness gets mistaken for paranoia, and the real danger behind the mindset of “it won’t happen here.”

We also get into practical steps—what greeters and volunteers should actually be paying attention to, and how churches can stay approachable without becoming vulnerable.

And if you want to learn more about Robert and his work, you can find him at protectnowllc.com.

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This is a bonus conversation with Eric Robinson after the main interview—more informal, but still some valuable insight.

Most people don’t recognize a gunshot right away—and that delay matters. In this episode, former FBI agent Eric Robinson breaks down what people get wrong, why hesitation happens, and what churches should be thinking about in those first critical moments.

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Most churches don’t think about protests until they’re already happening. In this episode, former FBI agent Eric Robinson breaks down how these situations develop, escalate, and what churches should be thinking about ahead of time.

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In this episode of Sanctuary Peacemakers, I’m joined by Eric Robinson—a former FBI agent, SWAT operator, firearms instructor, and pastor—who brings a rare and valuable perspective on church safety.

Eric recently retired from the FBI after 24 years as a special agent, where he worked cases ranging from counterterrorism to crimes against children. Before that, he spent over a decade in Christian ministry, including serving as a pastor. That combination of experience in both ministry and federal law enforcement provides a unique lens on the realities churches face today.

In this conversation, we discuss how churches should think about safety and preparedness in practical terms—not just in response to worst-case scenarios, but in everyday situations that are far more likely to occur. Eric explains how planning ahead—much like in SWAT operations—can prevent the need for split-second decision-making during a crisis.

We also cover:

• The most common situations churches are likely to face (beyond mass shootings)

• Warning signs that often appear before incidents escalate

• How frameworks like Run, Hide, Fight (ALERRT) apply in a church setting

• The differences between ALERRT and ALICE training

• Why internal investigations in churches sometimes fail—and how that can be addressed

• One practical step church leaders can take right now to improve preparedness

This conversation is not about fear—it’s about awareness, responsibility, and being better equipped to protect those we serve.

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Intro Music “Not Today” by Haley Jones

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Release Date: October 31, 2024

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Outro Music “Sound Mind” performed by Lesley Jones

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Produced by: Joshua Frerichs

Mixed & Mastered by: Joshua Frerichs

Release Date: January 16, 2026

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