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I'm Mark and I am the author
of this website. I am also the
emergency coordinator for
my branch. It's my sincere
hope that this website will
bless our members and you
with better security and safety
as well as a reduction of fear,
anxiety, and the losses that
accompany a disaster. Click
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of this website. I am also the
emergency coordinator for
my branch. It's my sincere
hope that this website will
bless our members and you
with better security and safety
as well as a reduction of fear,
anxiety, and the losses that
accompany a disaster. Click
here for more.
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| Ultimate Doom & Gloom? |
J. Lewis Taylor, “I Have a Question,” Ensign,
June 1975, 22–23 - J. Lewis Taylor, Instructor,
Salt Lake Institute of Religion, University of Utah
How shall I read the parables of preparation
in Matthew 25 in the context of the last
days?
"Ancient prophets looked with enthusiastic anticipation to
our dispensation when the fullness of the gospel would
be restored and preached among all nations, and when
final preparations would be made for the Second
Coming and ultimate reign of the King of Kings, our
Savior. Great eternal blessings, keys, and secrets of the
gospel, which have been kept “hid from before the
foundation of the world,” were reserved to come forth in
this final dispensation to bless our lives. (See D&C 124:
41; D&C 121:26–32; D&C 128:18.) How privileged we
are to live in these momentous times! "
"Whether to us these days are ultimately times of peril or
of promise depends upon our own spiritual receptivity
and individual preparedness. Though all of us may be
challenged, even alarmed, by the events of our day, the
Savior assures us that we can acquire the spiritual
resilience to hold up under the immense pressures of
our time and prepare for his coming by faithful
discipleship to him. This message seems to be the thrust
of the parables of preparation in Matthew 25."
"The parable of the ten virgins (Matt. 25:1–13) calls us to
prepare diligently and watch for the Savior’s Second
Coming. The five wise virgins are faithful Saints who
build a spiritual reserve. They “have taken the Holy Spirit
for their guide, and have not been deceived.” (D&C 45:
57.) They have “spiritual oil” in their vessels against
times of darkness. For these there is no ultimate doom or
gloom; they are not panic-stricken by the last days. The
Second Coming is an exhilarating prospect. We are not
told in the parable specifically of the virgins’ thrill at
entering into the marriage with the Lamb, but who can
doubt the inestimable joy of at last receiving personal
communion with the Bridegroom! For these, the Lord’s
coming is a day to be anticipated and relished; it is a
great day. "
Go to the source by clicking here.
June 1975, 22–23 - J. Lewis Taylor, Instructor,
Salt Lake Institute of Religion, University of Utah
How shall I read the parables of preparation
in Matthew 25 in the context of the last
days?
"Ancient prophets looked with enthusiastic anticipation to
our dispensation when the fullness of the gospel would
be restored and preached among all nations, and when
final preparations would be made for the Second
Coming and ultimate reign of the King of Kings, our
Savior. Great eternal blessings, keys, and secrets of the
gospel, which have been kept “hid from before the
foundation of the world,” were reserved to come forth in
this final dispensation to bless our lives. (See D&C 124:
41; D&C 121:26–32; D&C 128:18.) How privileged we
are to live in these momentous times! "
"Whether to us these days are ultimately times of peril or
of promise depends upon our own spiritual receptivity
and individual preparedness. Though all of us may be
challenged, even alarmed, by the events of our day, the
Savior assures us that we can acquire the spiritual
resilience to hold up under the immense pressures of
our time and prepare for his coming by faithful
discipleship to him. This message seems to be the thrust
of the parables of preparation in Matthew 25."
"The parable of the ten virgins (Matt. 25:1–13) calls us to
prepare diligently and watch for the Savior’s Second
Coming. The five wise virgins are faithful Saints who
build a spiritual reserve. They “have taken the Holy Spirit
for their guide, and have not been deceived.” (D&C 45:
57.) They have “spiritual oil” in their vessels against
times of darkness. For these there is no ultimate doom or
gloom; they are not panic-stricken by the last days. The
Second Coming is an exhilarating prospect. We are not
told in the parable specifically of the virgins’ thrill at
entering into the marriage with the Lamb, but who can
doubt the inestimable joy of at last receiving personal
communion with the Bridegroom! For these, the Lord’s
coming is a day to be anticipated and relished; it is a
great day. "
Go to the source by clicking here.
| Emergency Preparedness |
| Resources |
I have listed below several excellent
resources for family & business emergency
preparedness.
resources for family & business emergency
preparedness.
American Red Cross Website This is their
main page with lots of good information.[click
here or image below]
main page with lots of good information.[click
here or image below]
Ready Website The main Ready website is a
great source of information for businesses
and families. [click here or image below]
great source of information for businesses
and families. [click here or image below]
Provident Living This LDS Church Website
has very good information regarding many
subjects. [click here or image below]
has very good information regarding many
subjects. [click here or image below]
| "Helping everyone prepare for the unexpected" |
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"What we have experienced in the past was all foretold,
and the end is not yet. Just as there have been calamities
in the past, we expect more in the future. What do we do?
"Our people for three-quarters of a century have been
counseled and encouraged to make such preparation as
will assure survival should a calamity come."
"We can set aside some water, basic food, medicine,
and clothing to keep us warm. We ought to have a little
money laid aside in case of a rainy day."
We honor the legacy of the late Prophet Gordon B.
Hinckley; See the Glenn Beck tribute video by clicking
here.
and the end is not yet. Just as there have been calamities
in the past, we expect more in the future. What do we do?
"Our people for three-quarters of a century have been
counseled and encouraged to make such preparation as
will assure survival should a calamity come."
"We can set aside some water, basic food, medicine,
and clothing to keep us warm. We ought to have a little
money laid aside in case of a rainy day."
We honor the legacy of the late Prophet Gordon B.
Hinckley; See the Glenn Beck tribute video by clicking
here.
| Gordon B. Hinckley, "If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear," Ensign, Nov. 2005 |
FEMA [click here or image below]
| Click Here for the Utah Emergency News & Information Panel |
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are welcome to open which will
give you background LDS music
while you are viewing the site.
Simply click here.
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| What's New |
12/13/08 Rexburg Idaho page updated.
12/02/08 Pandemic page updated
11/26/08 Added Power Point Presentation
11/26/08 Updated Emergency Plan
11/20/08 Added photo of my 3 month storage
11/20/08 Added more links to the Links Page
11/09/08 Updated Long Term Supply page
11/09/08 Added Financial Preparedness
10/25/08 LDS Hams link added to links page
09/28/08 Updated this page
09/28/08 Added Long Term Supply page
07/25/08 Updated the Earthquake Page
12/02/08 Pandemic page updated
11/26/08 Added Power Point Presentation
11/26/08 Updated Emergency Plan
11/20/08 Added photo of my 3 month storage
11/20/08 Added more links to the Links Page
11/09/08 Updated Long Term Supply page
11/09/08 Added Financial Preparedness
10/25/08 LDS Hams link added to links page
09/28/08 Updated this page
09/28/08 Added Long Term Supply page
07/25/08 Updated the Earthquake Page
| Provident Living Classes |
Pres. Thomas S. Monson
April 2008
“We have been placed on the
earth in troubled times. We live
in a complex world with currents
of conflict everywhere to be
found. Political machinations
ruin the stability of nations.”
April 2008
“We have been placed on the
earth in troubled times. We live
in a complex world with currents
of conflict everywhere to be
found. Political machinations
ruin the stability of nations.”
Pres. Ezra Taft Benson
Stand up for Freedom –
1965
“I speak to you as a fellow citizen
of the United States of America,
deeply concerned about the
welfare of our beloved country.
I’m not here to tickle your ears, to
entertain you, I will talk to you
Stand up for Freedom –
1965
“I speak to you as a fellow citizen
of the United States of America,
deeply concerned about the
welfare of our beloved country.
I’m not here to tickle your ears, to
entertain you, I will talk to you
frankly and honestly. The message I bring is not a happy
one. But it is the truth.” “I’m sorry to say that all is not well
in so called prosperous, wealthy and powerful America.
We have moved a long ways, and are now moving further
and more rapidly down the slow destroying road of
socialism.”
one. But it is the truth.” “I’m sorry to say that all is not well
in so called prosperous, wealthy and powerful America.
We have moved a long ways, and are now moving further
and more rapidly down the slow destroying road of
socialism.”
Definition of MACHINATIONS: A scheming or crafty action
or artful design intended to accomplish some usually evil
end.
or artful design intended to accomplish some usually evil
end.
| The Times We Live In |
Click the video player button to see the video from
the above three prophets.
the above three prophets.
President Dieter F.
Uchtdorf
October 2008 - Liahona
“We recognize that we are living in
a time of turmoil, disaster, and
war. We and many others feel
strongly the great need for a
“defense, and for a refuge from the
Uchtdorf
October 2008 - Liahona
“We recognize that we are living in
a time of turmoil, disaster, and
war. We and many others feel
strongly the great need for a
“defense, and for a refuge from the
storm, and from wrath when it shall be poured out
without mixture upon the whole earth” (D&C 115:6). How
do we find such a place of safety? President Gordon B.
Hinckley (1910–2008) taught: “Our safety lies in the virtue
of our lives. Our strength lies in our righteousness.”
without mixture upon the whole earth” (D&C 115:6). How
do we find such a place of safety? President Gordon B.
Hinckley (1910–2008) taught: “Our safety lies in the virtue
of our lives. Our strength lies in our righteousness.”
| Pop Quiz |
What local radio station would you tune into
to hear local emergency information in the
Pleasant Grove, Utah area?
to hear local emergency information in the
Pleasant Grove, Utah area?
| (mouse over radio for the answer) |
Pleasant Grove Alerts
| Emergency Water Project |
An unofficial project put together by several emergency
preparedness members has led to a group purchase of
emegency water. 200 Cases of water pouches have
been purchased at a substantially lower price so that
members, even those with limited storage in apart-
ments, can store water for an emergency. Cases of water
are still available but are limited in supply. Please contact
me by email or call me at 801-796-0530 if you live in the
Pleasant Grove stake are are interested in purchasing.
The price is $20 per case.
preparedness members has led to a group purchase of
emegency water. 200 Cases of water pouches have
been purchased at a substantially lower price so that
members, even those with limited storage in apart-
ments, can store water for an emergency. Cases of water
are still available but are limited in supply. Please contact
me by email or call me at 801-796-0530 if you live in the
Pleasant Grove stake are are interested in purchasing.
The price is $20 per case.
Survival kits: When there is a disaster we may need to
evacuate quickly. A pack of essentials, ready when we
need it, can sustain us until help arrives.
3 Month Supply: Every member in the Thorneberry
Apartments can, and should have at least a 3 months
supply. Benefits of a three months supply include a
supply of food to sustain us in times of unemployment,
disaster, or even severe inflation.
Financial Preparedness: Having a financial reserve as
well as maintaining your career plan is important in
these uncertain times of employment.
Long Term Storage: Learn long term storage methods
so that when you move to a larger home, you will be able
to start a long term storage program.
To see the entire PowerPoint presentation on this year's
Branch Challenge, click here!
evacuate quickly. A pack of essentials, ready when we
need it, can sustain us until help arrives.
3 Month Supply: Every member in the Thorneberry
Apartments can, and should have at least a 3 months
supply. Benefits of a three months supply include a
supply of food to sustain us in times of unemployment,
disaster, or even severe inflation.
Financial Preparedness: Having a financial reserve as
well as maintaining your career plan is important in
these uncertain times of employment.
Long Term Storage: Learn long term storage methods
so that when you move to a larger home, you will be able
to start a long term storage program.
To see the entire PowerPoint presentation on this year's
Branch Challenge, click here!
This year I challenge every
member in the Thorneberry
Branch to set and meet the
following goals:
member in the Thorneberry
Branch to set and meet the
following goals:
| 2009 Branch Emergency Plan Now Available! |
The new 2009 Branch Emergency Plan is now available.
You can download a copy here. You can also have a copy
You can download a copy here. You can also have a copy
printed by simply going to
going to CopyTec and
asking for one. You simply
pay for the cost of printing
and binding. Copytec is
located at this address:
going to CopyTec and
asking for one. You simply
pay for the cost of printing
and binding. Copytec is
located at this address:
| CopyTec 185 W 200 S Pleasant Grove, UT 84062-2625 (801) 785-3680 |
My buddy Brian in Rexburg
Idaho is the Emergency
Preparedness Coordinator for
the 17th ward. Click the logo
to the left or here to go to his
page and information for his
ward.
Idaho is the Emergency
Preparedness Coordinator for
the 17th ward. Click the logo
to the left or here to go to his
page and information for his
ward.
| Rexburg Idaho Preparedness |
President Brigham Young
“Every calamity that can come
upon mortal beings will be
suffered to come upon the few, to
prepare them to enjoy the
presence of the Lord. … Every trial
and experience you have passed
through is necessary for your
salvation.”
“Every calamity that can come
upon mortal beings will be
suffered to come upon the few, to
prepare them to enjoy the
presence of the Lord. … Every trial
and experience you have passed
through is necessary for your
salvation.”
President James E. Faust
“Forgiveness is freeing up and
putting to better use the energy
once consumed by holding
grudges, harboring resentments,
and nursing unhealed wounds. It
is rediscovering the strengths we
always had and relocating our
limitless capacity to understand
and accept other people and
ourselves.”
“Forgiveness is freeing up and
putting to better use the energy
once consumed by holding
grudges, harboring resentments,
and nursing unhealed wounds. It
is rediscovering the strengths we
always had and relocating our
limitless capacity to understand
and accept other people and
ourselves.”
Elder Marvin J. Ashton
"When tragedy, disappointment,
and heartache surface in our
lives, it is not unusual for many of
us to become self- condemning
and resentful. In the stress of the
situation we declare, “What have
we done to deserve this? Why
does the Lord allow this to
happen to us?” "A worthwhile
"When tragedy, disappointment,
and heartache surface in our
lives, it is not unusual for many of
us to become self- condemning
and resentful. In the stress of the
situation we declare, “What have
we done to deserve this? Why
does the Lord allow this to
happen to us?” "A worthwhile
attitude for all of us could well be, “Help us, O Lord, to
remember thy love for us and help us to be fortified by thy
strength when our eyes are blurred with tears of sorrow
and our vision is limited.”
"When heartaches, tragedies, disappointments, injury,
unusual attention, fame, or excessive prosperity become
part of our lives, our challenges and responsibilities will be
to endure them well. God will assist us in our quest to
conquer, triumph, and continue if we humbly rededicate
ourselves to the meaningful declaration “We have endured
many things, and hope to be able to endure all things.”
remember thy love for us and help us to be fortified by thy
strength when our eyes are blurred with tears of sorrow
and our vision is limited.”
"When heartaches, tragedies, disappointments, injury,
unusual attention, fame, or excessive prosperity become
part of our lives, our challenges and responsibilities will be
to endure them well. God will assist us in our quest to
conquer, triumph, and continue if we humbly rededicate
ourselves to the meaningful declaration “We have endured
many things, and hope to be able to endure all things.”
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| Thorneberry Branch Membership Challenge |
- Have Survival kits for every member of the family.
- Have at least a 3 month supply of food and water.
- Be Financially Prepared
- Learn long term storage methods
Provident Living classes are now being taught during
Sunday School. There are 4 classes, and the classes
rotate every four weeks. Members can continuously
attend all classes if they wish. Please check the
schedule by click here for which class is being offered
and when.
If you are interested in building a survival kit, sign up for
this class during Sunday School.
Sunday School. There are 4 classes, and the classes
rotate every four weeks. Members can continuously
attend all classes if they wish. Please check the
schedule by click here for which class is being offered
and when.
- Provident Living Class #1 - Spiritual Concepts.
This class follows this general lesson here. - Provident Living Class #2 - Potential Disasters.
This class follows this general lesson here. - Provident Living Class #3 - Home Storage. This
class follows this general lesson here. - Provident Living Class #4 - Financial
Preparedness. This class follows this general
lesson here.
If you are interested in building a survival kit, sign up for
this class during Sunday School.