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ATF urges churches to take 'enhanced security measures' amid recent attacks

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A branch of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is urging churches to take extra precautions amid an increase of houses of worship in the New England region being victimized by arson and vandalism in recent months.

In a statement released Nov. 8, the Boston bureau of the federal law enforcement agency outlined recommended actions for churches and religious institutions to take in light of arson incidents directed at places of worship in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

The agency cited arson attacks in Franklin and Kingston in Massachusetts as well as Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

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It’s sickening how the world hates us so much. Jesus warned us this would happen. I can’t say I’m too surprised.
 
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