About Us

 What is Porter's founding principle?

“[[A Song of degrees for Solomon.]] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in

 vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain

 (Psalm 127:1).”

 This psalm was apparently written by David for his son Solomon who was to build the

 temple. It reminds us that all human effort without God is ultimately in vain. We need

 God's help. This is a message throughout the Bible, and it applies to church security. 

Why is it called "Porter"?

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 There are three key words related to security in the Bible: watchman, doorkeeper, and

 porter. They are basically synonymous. They mean to keep, guard, watch, protect, or

 preserve life. Porters and doorkeepers specifically guarded entrances – to the city

 (2Sam 18:26, 2Ki 7:10-11), the temple (1Chr 9:17-26, 1Chr 15:18-24), or the palace. This was not

 a menial assignment. The porters performed an essential task. The porters of the temple

 were Levites (1Chr 9:17-26, 1Chr 15:18-24). David said, “For a day in thy courts is better

 than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to

 dwell in the tents of wickedness. (Ps 84:11).”

What are your credentials?

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 1. Grew up and have lived in the Chicago area for over 50 years

 2. U.S Navy veteran 

 3. 28 years in a major law enforcement  agency:

a. 25 years in supervision including the rank of Lieutenant

b. Varied training and experience including facility security - evacuation, lock down, and active shooter training

c. 40 hour CIT and 10 hour CPI certification (responding to persons in crisis)

d. CPR, first aid, and AED training

e. Police executive training

f. Qualifications with tasers, baton, OC spray, revolver, pistol, shotgun, and rifle 

 4. 7 years in private security with a 40 hour PERC (state license for private armed security)

 5. Over ten years of experience in church security

 6. ThM

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