According to INN Chicago is at the forefront of shul members being prepared to protect the shul and its congregants form anti-semitic attacks against these institutions.

An organization has been founded, called "CCL Shul members" made up of a membership of Jewish shul goers who have all applied for and been granted concealed carry licences.

The organization offers courses in advanced frearms training and forms of situation specific training. They work to ensure its members are keeping on top of training how to respond in the worst situations, which we all hope never happen, and keep their skills sharp and are aware of the latest innovations and tactics.

After a few attacks and the discussion became heated about Jews carrying guns in shul, many were nervous that it would lead to a gun culture, but even worse that we would have many under-trained people carrying guns responding in highly tense situations and putting even more people at risk. An organization like this can be a real solution in ensuring proper training and abilities.