Key Point Summary – Church Shooting in Michigan

• Gunman rammed truck into CrossPointe Church during Sunday service
• Congregation of 150, mostly children, fled in panic
• Security guard shot and killed the suspect on site
• One churchgoer shot in the leg, expected to survive
• Motive still under investigation, FBI assisting
• Heroic actions by member helped stop the shooter
• Pastor confirms community support and emotional recovery plan

Chilling Scene at CrossPointe Church

A quiet Sunday morning turned to chaos at CrossPointe Church in Wayne, Michigan, when a man drove his truck into the building and started shooting at worshippers.

The gunman, identified only as a 31-year-old white male, interrupted a service filled with families and children. According to police, he was armed and prepared to kill. But thanks to quick action from a church member and a security guard, he was stopped before more blood was spilled.

Screams and Scramble for Safety

Footage from the church’s livestream captured the horror. Parents grabbed their kids. Some ran. Some dropped to the floor. Shouts of “come on, come on!” echoed through the sanctuary. Then came the gunfire.

CrossPointe’s vacation Bible school event was underway, with about 150 attendees. Most were children. It was supposed to be a joyful gathering. Instead, it became a nightmare.

Member Hits Gunman With Truck

Senior Pastor Bobby Kelly Jr. shared chilling details. He told The Detroit News that one quick-thinking church member ran over the attacker with their vehicle, giving the security guard the moment he needed to end the threat.

“He was coming into church, and one of our members saw what was happening and ran him over,” Kelly explained. That move likely saved lives.

Church Had Prepared for Violence

The congregation had long feared something like this might happen. Over a decade ago, the church hired a security team to guard against rising threats to religious institutions. Pastor Kelly said they had grown tired of feeling like “sitting ducks.”

That preparation paid off. The guard neutralized the shooter, and the entire building was evacuated.

Chaos Caught on Camera

In the livestream video, children can be seen playing onstage. Seconds later, panic sets in. A voice yells, “Get down!” Adults grab children and rush to the back.

Moments later, a loud bang. Screams. Then silence.

The terrifying clip quickly went viral, spreading fear across the internet as families across America watched the tragedy unfold.

Eyewitness Recalls Narrow Escape

Churchgoer Wendy Bodin was near the entrance when it all started. She was on a phone call in the lobby.

“I thought it was just a crash,” she said. But when she heard gunshots, she ran to the bathroom.

“I was hiding in one of the stalls, standing on the toilet, door shut,” she recalled. “We didn’t know what was going on. But we knew it was bad.”

Eventually, she and another person made their way outside to meet up with the rest of the congregation in the nearby woods.

Police, FBI Flood the Scene

Deputy Chief Finley Carter III confirmed that the shooter died at the scene. A single churchgoer, who was shot in the leg, was expected to recover.

The FBI quickly arrived, offering assistance and investigative support. Law enforcement urged the public to stay away from the church as multiple agencies combed through evidence.

Dan Bongino, Deputy Director of the FBI, confirmed their involvement in a post on X, saying his agents were working closely with Michigan police.

Community in Shock But United

Kelly emphasized that the community was shaken but not broken. He said the leadership team would be meeting soon to plan next steps.

He confirmed that the children were emotionally rattled, but safe. “They’re doing good,” he said. “Everyone’s just coming together.”

The church’s usual Sunday schedule includes several events from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with kids’ classes and adult Bible study in the morning. The attack happened around 11:15 a.m., just as the mass had hit its stride.

Close Call for Father’s Day

Bodin said the congregation held outdoor services just last weekend for Father’s Day.

“Thank God it didn’t happen then,” she said. “We were more exposed. It could have been worse.”

She praised the church’s security team for acting fast and thanked God for the limited damage. “We had one man shot, but he’s OK. Praise God.”

No Motive Yet, Many Questions Remain

Police have not yet released the shooter’s name or any potential motive. Investigators are combing through his background, social media, and phone records.

The question on everyone’s mind: Why?

For now, CrossPointe Church is mourning, healing, and preparing. Services may resume next week, with added precautions.

The congregation vows they will not live in fear. But the trauma lingers, especially for the youngest witnesses.

And one thing remains clear: It could have been far worse.