Emergency Preparedness

1. Farris Baba and Ron Bartusek

2. Jeff Walpole and Bryce Warren

3. Dave and Valerie Morrell

Hidden. Dorothy McFadden and Neta VanIderstine

1. Ron and Linda McInnis

2. Anita Duncan and Dorothy McFadden

3. Dave and Valerie Morrell Hidden. Ron and Marilyn Bartusek

1/2 Farris Baba and Phyllis Johnstone 1/2 Dave and Valerie Morrell

3. Judy Bender and Helen Machmer Hidden. Lawrence and Faye Johnstone

1. Mary Stuart and Laura Westfall

2. Carol Gustafson and Bob Busse

3. Ron and Linda McInnis Hidden. Lawrence and Faye Johnstone

ROOKIE/MASTER PAIRS MONDAY EVE SESSION DECEMBER 3, 2018

1 Rae Trites - Adele Owatz

2 Ann McNally - Linda Griffin

3 Donna Campbell - Anita Duncan

4/5 Dorothy McFadden - Maureen Keal

4/5 Jeff Bryant - Don MacDonald

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THURS. STRAT PAIRS THURSDAY EVE SESSION DECEMBER 6, 2018

1 Len Davidson - Ken Newton

2/3 Rae Trites - Nancy Findlay

2/3 Don MacDonald - Jeff Bryant Southern Saskatchewan has been experiencing a weather phenomenon with the recent hoar frost or rime ice that has blanketed a lot of the province. Thick frost covering anything in the open air has created endless opportunities for take breathtaking family, landscape or wildlife pictures. The frost was so thick; it ended up wreaking havoc, as many of us know, by causing widespread power outages throughout the province several times. I trust you all survived and were able to stay warm. Thankfully, my family was prepared. Hubby is very practical and self-sufficient in many ways so I lean heavily on his problem-solving abilities. I, too, have been working towards stocking a better emergency kit than I have in the past. It is so easy to get caught up in our life of ease and not be prepared for such an emergency as we just had. No matter how easy it is to put our head in the sand or think someone else will rescue us, it is foolish to not be prepared. Oh wise one, do what you must do to prepare yourself.

There are several ways to be prepared for an emergency at any given moment; physically, mentally and spiritually. Use common sense and build a small 72 hour emergency kit. This should include non-perishables, blankets, water, and a heat source if possible (research ‘terracotta heaters’) and then gather additional personal supplies you deem necessary to survive for several days. Proverbs gives multitudes of wisdom about planning ahead, using wisdom and being prepared. Also, get your vehicle stocked with the essentials such as a flashlight with batteries, a few protein bars/granola bars, a change of clothing, first aid kit, a shovel, blanket, candle and matches and more. You may find further information on the internet called “Emergency Preparedness Guide.” Secondly, prepare mentally. Develop some mental toughness to be able endure an emergency without a lot of stress and drama. Rehearse what you would do ahead of time to be prepared if you needed to leave or stay bunked in at a moment’s notice. Build up your stamina to withstand hard situations and become strong in the Lord, meditating on His strength and renewing your mind. Thirdly, stay spiritually alert! I was reminded of the parable in Matthew of the Wise and Foolish Virgins. This is a warning to us to all be ready for Jesus’ return. The time is condensing and the world is shifting into preparation for the end-time harvest. We must be spending time with Jesus, keeping our lamps full of oil, and being ready in season and out of season to listen for His leading. “Be prepared for action at a moment’s notice. Be like the servants who anticipate their master’s return from a wedding celebration. They are ready to unlock and open the door for him at a moment’s notice.” (Luke 12)

The head-in-the-sand scenario is no excuse. The Word of God warns us to be alert, aware and listening to our Good Shepherd. As we spend time in His Word, listening to preaching and teaching, talking to Him throughout the day and developing a deep relationship with Him, He will lead us and guide us in the way we should go. Deciding to wait and give our lives to Jesus when He returns will be too late. Don’t be left behind! Make a quality decision to be prepared spirit, soul and body. Do whatever it takes to be ready, dear reader.