Funny thread. I have pastored a church for over 30 years. I carry the gun. A Smith M10 with 38 semi-wadcutters. Yup, right on my gun belt in plain sight anytime I am in or around the church. I am the one up front with a clear view of the entry doors. The congregation has its back to the doors. I don't. Your pastor needs to man up if doesn't carry in church. Now, this is not say my people don't also carry. There are at least two besides me who are armed during the service. I wouldn't hesitate to keep an AR-15 platform rifle in the pulpit. Just haven't done it yet.

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