2026 Annual Church Safety Conference
Looking for ways to help keep your church or organization safe in both daily activities and emergency situations? Our annual Church Safety Conference provides hands-on training from building safety to de-escalation tactics to legal liabilities.
It’s that time again! The 2026 Larry Jackson Memorial Church Safety Conference will be here before you know it!
When?
February 21, 2026
Check in starts at 7:30am
Event starts at 8:30am
Event concludes at 5:00pm
Where?
First Baptist Church of Middleville
Who?
You!
Why?
Because we value our freedom to gather and worship together, and we want to help and equip churches and organizations to keep those in their facilities safe.
How?
Through generous donations from our sponsors and attendees like you!
We are still working to nail down the last few breakout session speakers. Check back frequently for the finalized list and more information.
Featured Speaker:
Ted Jensen
Ted is an award-winning speaker, public educator, and 28-year veteran inspector for the Grand Rapids Fire Department’s Prevention Bureau. He’s received the Fire Department’s Medal of Merit and a Medal of Commendation for reaching the public through a wide variety of safety messaging.
Ted’s passion is designing and presenting educational programs on public safety for community groups, students, and businesses. He uses various platforms to raise awareness and reduce or eliminate predictable, preventable injuries and deaths affecting people throughout the nation.