Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot 25 July, 2016

Prayer Breakfast: God’s Abundant Provision

0700 at BJ’s Restaurant

Hamilton Montana

Oh Father, in wisdom you have created us and all things. Provide our daily needs and grant us all things. Provide our daily needs and grant us grace and strength to fulfill the ministry to which we have been called. In Jesus Christ’s name we pray. Amen.

1. Opening - Round the Table Individual Prayers

2. Morning Psalm: 105

3. Breakfast Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

4. Breakfast is served

5. Breakfast Discussion Topics:

          a. News around the valley

          b. Prayer Vigil for Healing

                   1) Men of the Bitterroot Valley

                   2) Conduct a Prayer Vigil for Healing

                   3) Sunset to Sunrise, starting on Friday, August 12^th, 2016

                   4) 2 miles north of Woodside

                   5) To come together to pray, take communion, and to ask God for healing of our fellow man

          b. Week 24 of 52 weeks of preparation by Tess Pennington

                             

6. Closing - Round the Table Individual Prayers

7. Benediction

          Today walk in the power and presence of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

Upcoming Events:

          0700, 1 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 8 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          2051, 12 Aug 2016 – Prayer Vigil for Healing starts

          0633, 13 Aug 2016 – Prayer Vigil for Healing ends

          0700, 15 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 22 Aug 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 29 Aug 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

         

Follow the Fellowship of Christian Veterans:

On the Web: http://cvbitterroot.blogspot.com/

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Week 24 of 52: Water Preparedness (List 2)

Never can enough be said about water purification and quality water sources during an emergency. One of the reasons I am placing so much emphasis on potable water is because improper drinking water is one of the leading causes of death in third-world countries. It is also one of the four most likely ways to die in a SHTF scenario. That being said, we must take steps to have water on hand for cooking, cleaning ourselves and ensuring that our households are properly sanitized. Learn more about how to properly disperse of waste and how to create a sanitation kit.

When water is unavailable, we must trust in the skills and knowledge we have amassed. One essential skill is knowing how to properly treat water.

Here are two videos you can watch to create a Homemade water distiller and a Solar powered water distiller.

Those of you who do not have access to natural water sources will need to be more clever at finding water in an emergency situation. Knowing the hidden water sources in your home can help you find immediate water (for short time use) when you need it the most. Many preppers use some of the following methods of having additional water on hand during emergencies:

• Freeze ice cubes and place them into zip-loc bags to melt when the electricity goes off.
• Use plastic soda cans filled with the treated water.
• Water Bricks
• Use emergency bath tub water storage containers to fill with water.
• Collecting rain water in plastic containers or water barrels.

Further, those that have wells on their property with electric pumps may want to consider an alternative hand or solar pump to have on hand during disasters where the electricity is out. Hand pumps such as Flojak pumps are very popular amongst preppers and would be a solid investment for those of you needing a non-electric pump for your well.

Having multiple ways to treat water will ensure that you are able to drink clean water during times that the water supply may be contaminated or turned off. Further, having potable water will ensure that your family has what they need to survive and thrive.

Preps To Buy:

• Collapsible 2-gallon water containers (as many as you think your family needs)
• 1-2 Bath tub storage – This is a large food grade plastic container that holds up to 65 gallons of water and fits convenienctly into your tub.
• Water filtration system – Big Berkey Water Filtration Sytems are, by far a great investment for your preparedness foundation. As for pocket water filters nothing comes close to the Katadyn Pocket Microfilter. It has a 20-year warranty and can filter up to 13,000 gallons of water. All in a compact size for your bug out bags. Also, the life straw also has some great reviews and would be in your best interest to check it out. It removes 99.9% of waterborne bacteria, 99.9% waterborne protozoan parasites, and will filter approximately 264 gallons of water.
• Purchase extra filters for any water filtration systems
• Water purification tablets – my family has stocked up on micropur tablets, but there are a host of other purification tablets out there. These tablets are great to carry in your bug out bags, evacuation vehicles and even to use on camping trips.

Action Items:

11.        Have at least 7 days of water stored up. Remember: 1 gallon of water per person/per day.

12.                Ensure that you have water purification systems for the home and bug out bag. This gives you a back up for your back up.

13.                Start practicing water conversation in your home.

14.                Learn some alternative ways to collecting water.

July 24, 2016 Worship Service

July 17, 2016 Worship Service

July 10, 2016 Worship Service

We Saved Our Democracy

Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot 18 July, 2016

Prayer Breakfast: God, Our Source of Hope

0700 at BJ’s Restaurant

Hamilton Montana

Oh Father, from whom all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works do proceed. Give unto thy servants that peace which the world cannot give; that our hearts may be set to obey thy commandments, and also that by thee we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may pass our time in rest and quietness. In Jesus Christ’s name we pray. Amen.

1. Opening - Round the Table Individual Prayers

2. Morning Psalm: 16

3. Breakfast Reading: Revelation 21:1-8

4. Breakfast is served

5. Breakfast Discussion Topics:

          a. News around the valley

          b. Prayer Vigil for Healing

                   1) Men of the Bitterroot Valley

                   2) Conduct a Prayer Vigil for Healing

                   3) Sunset to Sunrise, starting on Friday, August 12^th, 2016

                   4) 2 miles north of Woodside

                   5) To come together to pray, take communion, and to ask God for healing of our fellow man

          b. Week 23 of 52 weeks of preparation by Tess Pennington

                             

6. Closing - Round the Table Individual Prayers

7. Benediction

          You have been in communion with your Lord. Go forth now in the strength and assurance that the Lord Jesus Christ goes with you. Amen.

Upcoming Events:

          0700, 18 July, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 25 July, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 1 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 8 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          2051, 12 Aug 2016 – Prayer Vigil for Healing starts

          0633, 13 Aug 2016 – Prayer Vigil for Healing ends

          0700, 15 Aug, 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 22 Aug 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

          0700, 29 Aug 2016 – Christian Veterans of the Bitterroot Prayer Breakfast

         

Follow the Fellowship of Christian Veterans:

On the Web: http://cvbitterroot.blogspot.com/

On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Walk_Mar_26_16

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/military.bitterroot

Week 23 of 52: External Security Preparedness

Shortly after Hurricane Katrina struck the Louisiana coast, reports out of New Orleans on September 1st stated that victims of the disaster were being raped and beaten and that fights and fires were out of control, leaving corpses laying in the open as the city descended into anarchy. Emergency responders in the New Orleans area were overwhelmed, and as a result their response time was lapsed.

A “bug in” scenario may be our only choice after a disaster strikes and we must prepare not only for our basic needs, but also for our safety. Since the grid may go down during a disaster, each household should prepare for crime. Looting and home invasions will more than likely be at the forefront of these crime waves and a defensible home will help your family stay safe.

Many of us easily relate to the idea that our home security needs to be beefed up. In fact, some of the homes we live in are defensive nightmares given the location, structural design, neighborhood or city we may live in. Because the home will be more vulnerable when the grid goes down (due to electrical alarm systems not working, lapsed emergency response time, etc), consider having some alternative security features for inside the home. A barking dog would be a great detection system for anyone trying to break in. And, if the pet is trained properly, could assist in protecting the family.

In an emergency where civil unrest can be a problematic issue, criminals look for accessible targets. They will concentrate on vulnerable “easy-pickings” and bypass the more secured areas. This was seen during the Rodney King Trial Verdict riots in Los Angeles and it’s suburbs, the only structures that were spared from active looting by large gangs were some stores owned by armed Korean Americans.

Security is an important preparedness measure to keep in mind when investing in your emergency supplies. Bulking up your home security features for the outside can be your first line of defense in preventing any criminals from trying to enter your home.

Given that our financial situations are each unique, I am not suggesting that you go out and purchase every item on this list. However, if you are able to invest in some security items for the home, I suggest you invest in as much as you can.

 Preps To Buy:

• Reinforced doors and locks. (There is only 1 ” of wood protecting you in normal door locks.)
• Barred windows or European-style security/storm shutters.
• Place thorny bushes or plants around windows or near vulnerable areas of the home.
• If possible, create a barrier from approaching vehicles.
• Put a peep hole in the door.
• Add a bolt and chain to the door.
• Infrared (IR) floodlights to illuminate the property (These can be motion-sensor activated).
• Solar garden lighting can also be an inexpensive way to illuminate areas outside the home.
• Fence the entire property, if it is not done so already.
• A gate at the front of the driveway that has spikes at the top to prevent someone from jumping over the fence.
• Cameras placed strategically around the home and near the entry points of the home can also deflect an intruder.
• Create a safe room or vault to where a family can go to evade their attackers.
• Buy a gun and know how to use it.

Action Items:

14.        Walk around the perimeter of your home and see where the vulnerable areas are.

15.                Make necessary changes to the outside of the home by bulking up on security layers.

16.                Contact a security expert or friend in the police department and see if they can provide you with additional advice.

17.                If it is a good fit with your family, look into purchasing a firearm or going to a concealed handgun course.

18.                Create a neighborhood watch program.