An alarm system should have a motion detector plus an audio component that can pick up sudden noises inside and outside the church. For some reason, vandals love to laugh and shout when they spray paint. If your church is hit, don't be silent . Make sure the police are called promptly. Then cooperate with the investigation.
Forgiveness includes accountability.
John R. Throop is a church-management consultant and pastor of Christ Church Limestone in Peoria, Illinois. Click here for reprint information on Your Church.