Listen… Practical Guidance from Circumspect Group Inc. (CGI) Missionaries often serve in environments where crises can unfold quickly—civil unrest, nearby violence, natural disasters, or hazardous incidents. In these situations, the safest decision is often not evacuation, but sheltering in place….
Listen… God’s Design, God’s Glory From the opening chapters of Scripture to the final exhortations of the New Testament, the Word of God is unwavering in its testimony: marriage is ordained by God, and human life is sacred because it…
A Faith and Community-Based Readiness Framework Executive Summary Winter weather emergencies—snowstorms, ice storms, extreme cold, and power outages—pose recurring risks to life, health, and property across the United States. Faith-based and community organizations play a critical role in strengthening local…
*Prepared for Circumspect Group Inc., Studies & Analysis Branch – December 2025 1. Executive Summary Travel to crisis zones—whether for humanitarian missions, faith-based outreach, or international operations—requires deliberate preparation and layered risk mitigation. Drawing on guidance from the Overseas Security…
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above…” – James 1:17 “I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.” – Psalm 4:8 The Blessing of Safety This…
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.” — 1 Peter 5:8 (KJV) In an age marked by rising violence, ideological extremism, and unpredictable threats, the local church…
Introduction At Circumspect Group Inc., we believe preparedness is more than a concept — it’s a commitment. A little planning and preparation can make a tremendous difference during times of crisis. That’s why September, recognized as National Preparedness Month (NPM),…
“The prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.” – Proverbs 22:3 As summer winds down, families across the nation prepare for the familiar rhythm of the school year. New supplies, freshly…
I. INTRODUCTION At Circumspect Group Inc., we exist to empower evangelical mission boards, churches, and field workers with the tools, intelligence, and training necessary to operate safely in a world of increasing complexity and threat. Among the most vulnerable environments…
Summer is one of the most vibrant seasons for Christian ministry—mission teams mobilize, Vacation Bible Schools fill with laughter, and evangelism moves into open-air markets and city streets. But along with this surge in activity comes an increase in physical,…