Churches Becoming Soft Targets: Michigan and Minnesota Shootings Highlight Urgent Need for Faith-Based Security
Grand Blanc, Michigan- September 28, 2025 – The tragic shooting today at a Mormon church in Michigan, where multiple people were killed and wounded before the shooter was taken down, underscores a painful reality: America’s houses of worship are increasingly becoming soft targets for violent attacks. This comes just days after another horrifying incident in Minnesota, where a gunman opened fire during Mass at a Catholic school, killing and injuring parishioners. “These are not isolated events—they are part of a growing trend,” said Jereme Dozier, CEO of Axios Security Group , a veteran-owned security and investigations firm. “Church leaders must stop denying the facts. The responsibility of the church is not only to shepherd the flock spiritually, but to protect them physically as well.” Recent incidents reinforce this urgent warning: Michigan (September 2025): Multiple people shot during Sunday service at a Mormon church. Minnesota (September 2025): Catholic school shooti...