The Emergency Response System when implemented will be designed to move the body of Christ in response to a natural disaster or other local emergency. The goal is to coordinate the different resources that God has provided us with to either take the lead when an emergency occurs or support those who are already responding to the emergency. Please check back soon to learn more about the E.R.S.


In the mean time we should all prepare ourselves and our families for an emergency situation. If we are to provide for others then we must be able to provide for ourselves first so that we can do the job. Below is an excerpt from the Ready America website concerning the basic emergency supply kit for disaster prepardness.

Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:

• Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation


• Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food


• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both


• Flashlight and extra batteries


• First aid kit


• Whistle to signal for help


• Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place


• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation


• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities


• Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)


• Local maps

Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:

• Prescription medications and glasses


• Infant formula and diapers


• Pet food and extra water for your pet


• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container


• Cash or traveler's checks and change


• Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov


• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.


• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.


• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.


• Fire Extinguisher


• Matches in a waterproof container


• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items


• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels


• Paper and pencil


• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children