On Sunday morning, June 22, 2025, worshipers at CrossPointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, gathered as they always do in faith, fellowship, and peace.
That peace was shattered when a violent man crashed his vehicle into the sanctuary and opened fire.
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Heroes.
No one was injured except for the security guard who was shot in the leg.
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The attacker, 31-year-old Brian Browning of Romulus, drove a Ford F-150 through the church wall and began shooting.
About 150 people were in the building, including children.
What could have become a devastating tragedy was quickly contained, thanks to the steady courage of two men.
One was a church deacon. Without hesitation, he used his own vehicle to confront the threat, striking Browning and slowing his attack.
This critical moment gave time for the church’s armed security guard to step in. That guard returned fire and stopped the shooter. He was wounded in the leg, but his actions likely saved many lives.
The entire event, captured during a livestream of the service, showed frightened families fleeing. It also showed how preparation and bravery can make the difference between life and death.
Pastor Bobby Kelly Jr. later confirmed that the children and congregation were safe and in good spirits.
CrossPointe had prepared for a moment like this. Nearly ten years ago, church leaders created a safety team in response to growing violence at houses of worship.
Their foresight, born of care and concern, helped protect their community when it mattered most.
This incident speaks to enduring American principles: individual responsibility, the right to protect one’s community, and the importance of being prepared.
The actions taken at CrossPointe weren’t the result of panic, but of thoughtful planning. Their security team wasn’t formed out of fear, but out of a desire to ensure that people could worship freely and safely.
When the unthinkable happened, those principles held firm.
An armed citizen, trained and ready, was able to stop a violent attack.
His presence meant that help didn’t have to wait on sirens. It was already there.
What did was courage, and a willingness to take responsibility in the moment.
The shooter’s motives remain uncertain, but there are signs he may have been planning this attack for some time. Authorities are investigating a troubling photo he reportedly took outside the church weeks earlier.
Regardless of why he did what he did, the response to his actions reminds us that strong communities, built on trust and shared responsibility, are our best defense.
Faith, courage, and care for one another defined CrossPointe that day, and reflected key American values.
First, it reminded us why the right to self-defense matters. It’s a powerful example of why the Second Amendment remains vital to public safety.
Second, it underscored the need for preparedness, not fear. Churches, schools, and other soft targets must take safety seriously.
Third, it prompts a renewed look at gun control. Despite laws, the attacker was armed. He intended harm.
Laws alone didn’t stop the attacker. An armed, trained citizen did.
Empowering law-abiding citizens is more effective than disarming them.
What happened at CrossPointe is more than simply a tragedy luckily averted. Their preparedness saved lives, and it was the courage of normal people that made it possible.
This article was written with the assistance of AI. Please verify information and consult additional sources as needed.
