Possible Clues:

• Spring-loaded door lock
• Gate-closing device
• Door fastener in confessional at church
• Baby gate feature
• Liberal attending religious place that's closer
• Fastener caught wedged in piece of wood
• Fastening about to stop endlessly turning machine
• Churchill at Chartwell stays closer to door
• Closer and closer to ritual at church
• Apartment, not opening at the front? Check security device