The Diocese of Springfield is launching a safety task force.
The Diocese says the task force will be made up of "members of law enforcement" that will take a closer look at its safety policies and procedures.
The safety task force is being created in response to violent attacks at schools and churches across the U.S, especially the shooting at Annunciation Parish in Minneapolis.
The Diocese says enhanced safety measures are already in place at some Springfield Catholic schools, including reinforced entry ways.
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