Check your gun laws....Va law doesn't expressly forbid guns in churches but it does put extra restrictions on concealed carry there. I think with permission of church officials it is legal here.

I would be hesitant to criticize the young man for keeping his firearm in the car...may not have been legal to have inside. Not saying that banning them from ANY building makes sense these days...

We are fortunate to have several LEO's in our congregation. They are well aware of the world we live in and take it seriously. This can happen anywhere.....be ready...be safe.