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WHERE FEAR EXISTS - LOVE IS NOT PERFECTED
I (Darrell Bennett) would like to encourage everyone to
review the following information. I
encourage everyone to complete their preparations for
emergency preparedness
as soon as practicable and to maintain them thereafter.
This is not a time
for panic, but rather for preparedness. Once prepared,
spiritually and
temporally, there is no need for panic or fear. The gospels
tell us that
where fear exist love has not been perfected. Let us
pray the Holy Spirit
may come and bring to perfection in each of us the Love
of God.
Come Holy Spirit! Come by means of the powerful intercession
of the
Immaculate Heart of Mary, your well beloved spouse.
I have been trying to think of away to clearly express
what I am encouraging
everyone to do. The best thing I have come up with is
to share with you what
I am doing. I am not advocating or encouraging extreme
measures. I don't
have a bomb shelter or any other type shelter for that
matter. I don't have
a biological or radioactive protective suit. I don't
have 3, 4, or 100 year
supply of food and supplies. NOR due I believe our Lord
or Lady have or will
advocate such for everybody. We do have in our home those
religious supplies
listed below that allow us to participate in a life of
faith advocated by
the Church and encouraged by our Lady and temporal supplies
that enable us
to exist self sufficient for about 2 weeks.
I am encouraging everyone to keep a supply of food, medicine,
etc. that
would allow a family to be self sufficient for a period
of 2 weeks
regardless of the season (hot or cold). If you are in
a position to set
aside an additional amount to share with friends, family,
neighbors or
anyone in need - great.
The most important thing in these times or at any time
in the history of
humanity for that matter is to be spiritually prepared.
We are called to
live each moment as it might be our last. Simply because
it could. This is
true now and always. Simple fact of life is that we are
all going to die at
some point. It should be remembered that we pass from
death to life, not the
other way around. The best is yet to come!!!
There are people in Rome who gather each morning at the
Vatican at what is
called the Bronze Door. If you have ever been blessed
to go to Rome to Saint
Peter's Basilica, the Bronze door is to the right of
Saint Peter's Basilica.
You will typically see a small crowd gathered at the
door most of the time
taking pictures of the Swiss Guard. Anyhow, a select
few gather at the door
each morning between 6:30 -6:45. They have been invited
to attend Mass with
the Holy Father in his private chapel. The people are
excited, anxious,
dressed in there best, pious, etc. My wife and I were
blessed several years
ago to pass through the Bronze Door. That blessed event
has influenced us in
many ways, but in particular with my view of death. Each
of us should be
just as excited and prepared to pass through the "Golden
Door" that leads to
life eternal whenever we are called. We should be prepared
as best we can at
all times to participate in the Eternal Sacrifice and
Banquet with Christ
Himself.
So, through prayer and reception of the Sacraments of
Holy Mother Church,
make your spiritual preparations FIRST, then by the light
and grace of God,
you will know and understand what preparations to undertake
- if any.
God bless you, one and all.
Darrell Bennett
Miracle of the Rosary Mission
We will be posting additional information on our web site
regarding
emergency preparedness under Mission of Mercy.
The following are suggested items for every household
to keep. This is not
an all inclusive list of items. Needs will vary based
upon individual needs
and practices, and situations, and should be adjusted
accordingly. In other
words, this is not so much an itemized list of what to
get as it is an aid
to help you not to forget something important. It is
a memory tickler.
Spiritual Preparations
Crucifix
Image of Sacred Heart of Jesus
Image of Immaculate Heart of Mary
Image of Divine Mercy
Bible
Catechism of Catholic Church
Roman Missal
Sunday Missal
Weekday Missal
Liturgy of the Hours
Rosary
Scapular
Blessed Candles
Holy Water
Blessed Salt
Book of common/everyday prayers
Book of novenas
TEMPORAL PREPARATIONS -
Supplies for 2 weeks
The following information is not an all inclusive list,
but can be helpful
in reminding you of items you need.
THE EMERGENCY KIT - this kit must include the special
needs of your entire
family. Putting together a disaster kit is relatively
simple. Your kit need
to contain items in each of the following categories:
WATER: The most essential and life sustaining item you
need in your families
kit. Stocking water reserves and learning how to purify
contaminated water
should be among your top priorities in preparing for
an emergency.
FORMULA FOR CONSUMPTION: 1 gallon for each person in your
household per day
for 21 days. In hot environments you can double that
amount. For children,
nursing mothers and the elderly more water will be required.
STORAGE: Always store your water in a cool, dark place.
Also store water in
your freezer in bags. Remember a full freezer runs more
efficiently year
round and will keep your frozen foods from spoilage for
at least 72 hours.
SHELF LIFE: 6 months.
WATER RESOURCES: Purchase spring water from area vendors
or start storing in
plastic containers NOW. When storing water in plastic
containers, always
treat with 8 drops of liquid chlorine bleach per gallon.
Bleach MUST contain
5.25 % sodium hypochlorite and no soap.
3 WAYS TO PURIFY WATER:
Purification Tables: inexpensive and available at local
sporting goods or
drug stores.
Boiling: is the safest method. Bring to a rolling boil
for 10 minutes. Put
oxygen back into the water by pouring it back and forth
between containers.
Chlorination: uses liquid chlorine bleach to kill microorganisms.
Use 8
drops per gallon of water and let stand for 30 minutes.
HIDDEN WATER SOURCES IN YOUR HOME
Water beds: contain 400 gallons of water. If you designate
your water bed as
an emergency water source, put fresh water and add 2
ounces of bleach per
120 gallons.
Hot Water Tank: flush out before hurricane season removing
all sentiment. To
use this source open the drain at the bottom of the tank
making sure that
the tank' s gas or electricity source is OFF, turn off
the water intake
valve and turn on a hot water faucet to start the flow.
FOOD: Food provisions and liquids for people during a
period of emergency or
catastrophe rank in the top priority with medical care.
It is important to
select foods which are familiar to your family and which
will last for
months without refrigeration. Realize that without refrigeration,
food
poisoning poses a real danger in the summer heat and
humidity along the
Hurricane Belt. Whenever possible, choose foods in waterproof
containers or
put into water-proof containers for that reason.
SUPPLY CHECK LIST
FOOD:
-fruits; canned, dried & fruit rollup
-vegetables: canned, such as baked beans
-salads: canned, such as three beans, pickled beets
-meats and fish: canned or dried, such as salmon, tuna,
chicken, turkey,
roast beef, chili
-milk: long shelf life boxed milk, powdered, evaporated
-juices, canned and bottled
-gatorade, 10-K, etc. Heavy work in hot conditions requires
liquids to
replenish fluids and salts.
-cheeses in small jars that do not require refrigeration
-peanut butter
-nuts and seeds
-crackers snacks,
-sweets, such as granola bars, cookies
-soups: canned or dried that do not require additional water
-pasta and rice
PERSONAL ITEMS
-washcloth and small towel
-sewing kit
-soap, toothbrushes, tooth paste, deodorant
-hair care items
-dentures
SANITARY NEEDS
-paper towels, toilet paper
-liquid detergent
-disinfectant
-garbage can or bucket with tight fitting lid (emergency toilet)
-plastic garbage bags (for lining toilet)
BABY SUPPLIES (if needed)
-clothes
-diapers, baby wipes & plastic sacks for diaper disposal
-milk, formula, food
-sterilized disposable baby bottles
-sheets, blankets, rubber pads
-portable crib
-small toys
-children's medication
CHILDREN'S SUPPLIES
-favorite stuffed animal, doll or toy
-crayons, coloring book, blank paper
-puzzles
-Gameboys with extra batteries
-flashlight
-books
-cassette player, tapes, earphones with extra batteries
ADULT SUPPLIES
-cards, books, needlework, magazines stationary, postcards, stamps
-$10 in quarters for telephone calls
-shaving kit
-mirror
-contact lens solution
-insect repellant, insecticide
-extra glasses, hearing-aid batteries
-supply of cash on hand
CLOTHING AND BEDDING
-one complete change of clothing per person, appropriate
for season and
weather conditions -sturdy work boots
-rain gear
-sleeping bags, pillows
COMMUNICATION, LIGHTING & SAFETY
-battery-operated radio
-waterproof flashlights for each family member
-extra batteries
-lantern and fuel
-fluorescent distress flag
-waterproof matches
-NOAA weather radio cellular phone
-fire extinguisher
-work gloves
-shovel, hand saw, axe, work knife
-tarps, hammer, duct tape, nails
COOKING EQUIPMENT
*Note: Do not attempt to cook indoors on outdoor equipment.
Be sure that
there are no possible gas leaks indoors.
-barbecue grill
-charcoal and lighter fluid
-gas grill
-extra liquid propane gas tank
-sterno Stove
-outdoor cooking pots & pans
-non-electric can opener, punch bottle opener
-disposable eating utensils, disposable plates, towels, cups
-portable ice chests
"IF ONLY WE HAD" SUPPLIES
-chain saw, extra gas & oil
-generator, extra fuel & oil
-wet/dry vacuum cleaner
CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES
-camera & extra film to photograph your damaged home before clean-up begins.
This will help you for insurance claims
-mops, brooms, brushes, sponges buckets, hose
-towels, old blankets, rags
-plastic yard bags
-rubber gloves
-disinfectants, pine-oil, bleach, quarternary, phenolic
-lubricating oil
-hair dryer
-washing detergents, trisodium phosphate
PAPERS AND VALUABLES
Secure all these items in a waterproof containers or ziplock
bags and store
safely. Make copies in the event they are lost.
-social security cards birth certificates
-marriage and death records
-driver's license
-cash and credit cards
-wills
-insurance policies
-deeds and mortgages
-stock and bonds
-savings & checking account books
-inventory of household goods (by photo or videotape)
-small valuables: cameras, watches, jewelry
-computer backups
FIRST AID SUPPLIES
Keep contents in a waterproof metal or plastic container.
Keep medicines
tightly capped. Check periodically and replace any medication
which has
expired.
-first aid handbook
-band aids
-gauze rolls, large non-stick pads for larger cuts
-first aid tape
-scissors, tweezers, knife, thermometer
-cotton swabs
-triangular bandages for arm sling
-splint
-ice bag, hot water bottle
-snake bite kit
-baking soda
-antibacterial soap
MEDICINES THAT GO ONTO YOU INCLUDE:
-hydrogen peroxide
-antibiotic ointment
-calamine lotion
-betadine
-sun block
-lip balm
-antifungal cream
-ergophine or "drawing salve" which brings splinters to surface
-eye drops
-ear drops
-nose drops
-rubbing alcohol
-prescription medicines
MEDICINE TO GO INTO YOU INCLUDE:
-aspirin or acetominophine
-antacids
-cough medicine
-sore throat lozenges or spray
-laxative
-anti-diarrhea medicine
-allergy medicine
-ipecac syrup
-vitamins
Please review the needs of individual members of your
family. Some members
may have special and particular needs i.e., babies, those
with disabilities,
etc. Something often overlooked on a practical basis
is entertainment,
especially if children are envolved. So take a look at
games, etc., of
interest to individuals and the whole family.
Lighter Side:
Stress Prevention and Treatment - One of the primary pieces
of equipment we
acquire for each family member is a shovel. We have adopted
the methodology
of the U.S armed forces with regard to stress prevention
and treatment. It
has proven affective during peace time and during armed
conflict.
Prevention and Treatment of Stress and/or High Anxiety:
The affected party
should be given a shovel. The quality and type of shovel
doesn't matter.
Have the affected party locate a parcel of land sufficient
to dig a hole
large enough to hold the person. (The army referred to
them as fox holes.)
After digging the hole to adequate size and shape, proceed
to fill the hole
with the soil initial removed in the process of digging.
REPEAT this process
until the symptoms have passed. REPEAT as needed. It
works as effectively
with individuals and groups of any size.
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God bless,
Darrell Bennett
Miracle of the Rosary Mission, Inc. 1444C Highway 1 Thibodaux
LA 70301-5748
USA
Tel - 985-448-3787 Fax - 985-448 2175