Prayer Breakfast: Forgiveness
0700 at BJ’s Restaurant
Hamilton Montana
Oh Father,
unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are
hid; Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit,
that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy holy name. In Jesus
Christ’s name we pray. Amen.
1. Opening - Round the Table
Individual Prayers
2. Morning Psalm: 130
3. Breakfast Reading: 2 Corinthians
2:3
4. Breakfast is served
5. Breakfast Discussion Topics:
a.
News around the valley
b.
Week 28 of 52 weeks of preparation by Tess Pennington
6. Closing - Round the Table
Individual Prayers
7. Benediction
I
commend you to God and to the word of his grace which is able to build you up
and to give you your inheritance. Amen
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Week 28 of 52:
Pandemic Preparedness
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), serious, contagious disease
outbreaks can and do happen. CDC investigates new contagious diseases—averaging
one new contagion per year. Given our vast array of transportation systems,
these diseases can end up at our doorstep far more rapidly compared to any
other time in recorded history. Since pandemics are fast moving, vaccinations
would be useless. When an outbreak occurs, those living in cities, and those
living in close proximity of others will be more at risk. Statistics from
previous pandemics indicate that 30–60 percent of the population will contract
an illness. Any pregnant women, infants, elderly people, or those with chronic
medical conditions are also at risk and could be the first of the population to
contract the contagious illness. When the pandemic begins, many will remain in
a state of denial about any approaching epidemics and not want to think of the
long lasting repercussions of such a disaster. Being prepared before the mass
come out of their daze will ensure that you are better prepared before the
hoards run to the store to stock up. Having first hand knowledge of the
government’s protocols before this type of emergency arises can help put you
ahead of the game. Understanding that our lives will change drastically if the
population is faced with a pandemic and being prepared for this can help you
make better choices toward the well being of your family. Some changes could
be:
- Challenges or
shut downs of business commerce
- Breakdown of
our basic infrastructure: communications, mass transportation, supply
chains
- Payroll service
interruptions
- Staffing
shortages in hospitals and medical clinics
- Interruptions
in public facilities – Schools, workplaces may close, and public
gatherings such as sporting events or worship services may close temporarily.
- Government
mandated voluntary or involuntary home quarantine.
With any type of disaster or emergency, the responsibility falls
more heavily upon our shoulders to ensure that we are able meet our needs.
However, this is not anything new to a prepper. We believe in being self
reliant, and if you have followed the 52-Weeks to Preparedness series, you should well be on your
way to handle such a disaster. So how do we prepare properly for this type of
emergency? Similar to other emergencies we simply prepare as much as we can
because any steps taken toward preparedness are better than none at all. Here
are a few ideas to consider on how to better prepare for family for this type
of emergency:
7.
Taking proper illness precautions – avoid touching your mouth,
nose and eyes during any pandemic.
8.
Create a sick room for
the home.
9.
Keep your immune systems up by getting lots of sleep, having a
good diet, exercising and taking vitamins and antioxidants to protect your
health.
10.
Stay inside and avoid contact with others.
11.
Get pandemic supplies to have on hand at a moments notice.
Some of the following suggestions to purchase have been repeated
in previous newsletters. Ensure that you have these items on hand in order to
prepare for this type of emergency.
To read more about pandemic preparedness, click here.
Preps To Buy:
- One month
supply of emergency foods that require no refrigeration.
- Store 1 gallon
of water per person per day, in clean plastic containers. Avoid using
containers that will decompose or break, such as milk cartons or glass
bottles.
- Plastic
sheeting
- 2-3 small
wastebasket or a bucket lined with a plastic garbage bag (to dispose of
clothing, soiled supplies, etc.)
- Gallon-sized
zip-loc bags
- Portable toilet
with disposable liners
- Supply of
nonprescription drugs and pain relievers
- Cold medicines and decongestants
- Stomach
remedies
- Duct tape
- Anti-diarrheal medication
- Essential oils
- Vitamins that
have immune boosting enhancers
- Fluids with electrolytes
- Bleach or
disinfectant
- Soap
- Tissues
- Garbage bags to
collect soiled clothing and bedding before they are washed.
- A thermometer
- Protective eye
gear and/or faceshield
- Tychem protective suit and shoe covers
- Disposable cleaning gloves (in
quantity)
- Hand wipes
- Alcohol-based hand sanitizers or homemade hand sanitizer supplies
- Protective
clothing
- Disposable aprons or smocks (at
least 2 cases)
- Duct tape
- Disposable
nitrile gloves
- Garbage bags
- N95 masks
Action Items:
42.
Understand your communities role in pandemic preparedness. Find
out ahead of time what your community’s protocols are in the case of a sudden
onset pandemic.
43.
For those with special needs, ensure that you have supplies ready
for them (infants, elderly, handicapped, etc.).
44.
Plan accordingly for pets as well.
45.
Talk with family members and loved ones about how they would be
cared for if they became ill.
46.
Finding out your employer’s plans and ask your child’s school or
day care what their protocol is during epidemic outbreaks.
47.
Have some supplies prepared in your workplace.
48.
Identify how you can get information, whether through local radio,
TV, Internet or other sources.
