Here’s What Others Are Saying

  • “I have known Barry Young for several years and have been to several of his basic and advanced church security classes. As a former Chief of Police, I assure you that Barry delivers a scope of training like no other. His vast experience along with his powerful spiritual delivery makes his training one of the best security trainings I have ever experienced. I would highly recommend this for anyone who is serious about protecting their church."

    Chief Steve Davis - 3-Time Police Chief
    Head of Security for 45,000 person Red Rocks Church-Denver

  • "Barry is not only an expert, but he brings a wealth of experience/humor and teaches with dynamic energy!"

    Col. Donald Mondragon (Ret.)

    United States Army

  • "Barry Young is one of our Nation’s leading experts regarding ministry safety and security. Barry provides practical and proven experience in training and assisting ministries to mitigate the ever-present dangers and hostilities that lurk. I have called on Barry often to train hundreds of volunteers to protect their ministries, reduce dangers, equip volunteers, and prepare responses to the many impending safety and security challenges we face daily. I offer my highest recommendation of Barry to you."

    Dr. John Holloway

    Director of Missions - Marion County Florida Baptist Association

    Retired Captain US Army

  • "The communication and hands-on methods provided by Mr. Young impressed me enough that I immediately sought his services to train my school staff. I plan to utlize Mr. Young in the future for opportunities to refresh who have been trained and also to train our newly hired employees."

    Don Lawrence

    Superintendent - Avenue City R-IX School District

  • "Church security is of the highest importance in our world today. As an agency owner that works very closely with churches, I promote church safety training all the time. I have worked with Barry Young for over 5 years in the church safety training area. Let me say that there are none better. His ability to get the training on a level your team can understand is outstanding."

    Earl Burkett

    President/Owner - Strong Tower Church Insurance Agency

  • "I have been in the church industry for 34 years. I have had the pleasure to be in several of Barry’s church safety training classes. The classes are very informative and he is very personable and passionate on his knowledge and teaching. I highly recommend him for all your church’s safety training needs. You won’t be disappointed. "

    Randy Loveless

    President/Owner - Loveless Church Insuarance Agency

  • "I have been in army for 4 years and have had the privilege of taking a church security class taught by Barry Young. I am so glad I did! He gave out a tremendous amount safety recommendations I hadn’t thought of. It was really well structured and with great energy. I highly recommend him."

    Military Police Officer Robert Neill

    SF4 US Army

  • "Barry has the ability to connect with people, to meet them where they are, and motivate them to become somone more. I would highly recommend Barry as a public or motivational speaker for any organization or event and I look forward to the opportunity to hear him speak again."

    Dr. Heather Gross

    Assistant Superintendent Excelsior Springs School District #40


  • “Thank you Barry! It was the best training I have attended on church safety in the past 3 years!  Very helpful & practical!  Thank you for making everyone comfortable and engaged – the time flew by! Looking forward to more of your classes in Ohio!”

    Vanessa Stewart

    Church Safety Team in Westerville, OH

"Barry is not only an expert, but he brings a wealth of experience/humor and teaches with dynamic energy!" -Col. Donald Mondragon

"Barry is not only an expert, but he brings a wealth of experience/humor and teaches with dynamic energy!" -Col. Donald Mondragon

"I learned additional safety views. I liked the speed of delivery, content, and video importance." -Officer Patrick Knopik

"I learned additional safety views. I liked the speed of delivery, content, and video importance." -Officer Patrick Knopik

"Very informative. Love the biblically based training." -Kyle Newton

"Very informative. Love the biblically based training." -Kyle Newton

From Southview Christian Church

I liked that the class as fast moving, no wasted time, lots of information, and lots of reinforcement throught the five hours of training.

Pastor Kerry O’Bryant

Omaha Disaster Rescue

I learned ways to secure a door that anyone can use.  I learned the why and how of removing a pastor from the sanctuary.  I liked Barry’s energy.  Also his knowledge and how much useful info was shared.

Chaplain Beth Sorensen

From the Van Independent School District

Barry’s training was excellent and provided real world answers to the problems churches and organizations face.  I would absolutely use Barry Young for training again and would recommend him to any company.

Superintendent Don Dunn

From the United State Marine Corps

I learned a lot.  I learned there is a different mindset when it comes to church security.  I liked everything.  Will be back for more.

Marine Elwood T. Grant III

From Southview Christian Church

I learned about the three E’s and how to keep our members and children safe.  I liked EVERYTHING about this class!!!

Church Board President Julie Pulec

From a Church Safety Team in Wichita KS

Very good and in depth.  I learned a lot.  I will pass this on to fellow “Watchmen” at my church.

Gordy Young

From Southview Christian Church

I learned so many things today.  The plans and legalities were great. Great job!

Church Safety Team Member Sam Pulec

From Church Safety Team in Lincoln NE

I learned too much to write down.  I’ve been reading but there was a lot of new material.  God bless you.

Michael Yakus

From the United States Navy

I liked everything about this class and that you included medical.  I’d definitely attend Levels 2 and 3.

Retired Medic Jodi Meyer

From the United States Army

Great training and greats facts.  I liked Barry’s energy!

Sgt. Mark Meyer