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A Light In Dark Times For such a time as this.” “Salt and light.” Very familiar concepts. Many Christians sense we are living in a critical time of world history. For every generation since Jesus was on this earth, however, it has always been important to be “salt” and “light” to those who do not […]

Evacuation PLan Home fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, mudslides, earthquakes, loss of electrical power, volcanoes, tsunamis, radiation threats, chemical threats, and terrorist threats are among the various natural and man-made hazards that may make evacuation from your home necessary. EVACUATION AT A MOMENTS NOTICE Some of these hazards give adequate time to prepare for evacuation

Car Emergency Supplies CHECKLIST FOR CAR EMERGENCY SUPPLIES Jumper cables (15-20 feet long) _____ *** 6-gauge wire cables will work for most cars and SUV’s, but I prefer 4-gauge wire cables. This will work not only for your vehicle, but if you have to help someone with a larger vehicle. Battery charger _____ ** I

Important Documents While it is not possible to list everything needed for every individual, the lists will function as guidelines and jog your memory to include certain basic items. These decisions should not be made last minute. Emergency contact list and phone numbers Family emergency contact list and phone numbers Copies of important documents such

Emergency Contact Numbers Include police, fire, doctor, hospital, schools, electric, gas, water companies; place list next to phone in the home as well as in emergency grab-and-go bag. Take your local phone book with you in your vehicle; may also keep info on a USB drive. Police Highway Patrol Fire Doctor(s) Hospital Schools Electric utility Gas company Water company

Why Prepare The truth of the matter is that the majority of people have not adequately planned for common everyday crises, whether or not they reach the level of disasters. Let me ask you some practical questions that, if not answered in the affirmative, will often result in frustration and loss of valuable time and

Bare-bones personal emergency kit Essentials Flashlight (small and waterproof) Whistle First Aid Kit (small) Water Purification Tablets Food (energy bars, trail mix, etc.) Partial Face Respirator Cord/rope (550-lb. test; min. 30 feet) Extra Cash Additions If airports and restricted public buildings are not an issue, the following items are recommended in addition to the essentials

Paul Williams, MD Relief for Typhoon Victims Networking This tremendous effort involved networking many organizations. After determining the need, I acquired medicine and goods from Kingsway Charities, MAP International and Christian Disaster Response. Aquamira provided water filtration systems at cost. Missionaries Glenn and Nancy Garrision ensured these supplies cleared customs. John Loeffler, on his radio

Dora Akuetteh, MD, FAAFP A physician’s report: Mission to the maasai The Team Dr. Williams led a team of three family physicians, and a logistics person flying from the US to Nairobi, Kenya. We joined Bryan Burr, Convoy of Hope AG missionary and medical mission coordinator James Maina.  It was a delight to be joined