Across the DMV and around the country, churches, synagogues and temples spent the week tightening security ahead of Easter services scheduled for April 3–5, 2026. Extra patrols, volunteer safety teams and stricter entry procedures are all in play as congregational leaders try to let people celebrate the holiday without spending the service worrying about who is coming through the door.
DMV congregations coordinate with police
Some congregations have lined up active-shooter and crowd-management trainings with local law enforcement and have added both volunteer and paid security at entrances as services draw larger-than-usual crowds, according to FOX 5 DC. Pastors told local reporters they are working to balance a welcoming atmosphere with practical…..