The more feedback we get from ward members the better we can tailor our classes to your needs. Fortunately, that is what we have gotten - your feedback and suggestions. We hear you and we are planning accordingly! Listed below is our revised schedule of classes based on ward needs:
January - Back to Basics food storage class including -
Cannery policies, changes, availability, products, prices, etc.
Proper ways to store cannery items - tried, tested and true - how the church recommends we store cannery items
HOW much to store of each item
WHERE to store it all - video to be shown at class where ward members are shoving their food!
Tour of providentliving.org and how to use the food storage calculator
We will also be starting monthly classes on how to use the cannery items. Make time in your schedules to come learn how to use your wheat, rice, beans, milk etc. Day and time will be announced shortly. If you have any requests for these classes you can contact Christina Atwood or myself.
I would still encourage you to look at your long-term storage and determine what you are low on, what is expired and where you can improve. Cannery orders remain down 400% in AZ. Salt Lake is noticing the decline and is re-evaluating our Mesa Home Storage Center. Personally, I would sign-up and go while it is accessible and I can get what I need easily. Remember Friday is family canning day and you can make an appointment and go anytime. It simply does not get any easier than that. Please, make it a priority to utilize the blessing of having the cannery accessible and close.
February - 30-day menu and 90 supply which will teach you how incorporate some of your longer term storage as well as provide the basics of how to get started if you haven't already.
At that point we will re-evaluate and see where everyone is at in the ward and then plan accordingly again. I hope everyone truly realizes we are here to help as a committee and we want to do our best to help you, motivate you and educate you on how to be more self-reliant.
~Providently Yours,
Lisa, Christina, Nicole and Jolaine
Doomsday Prepper Song
13 October 2010
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Japanese Warning Stones and an Apostle Speaks
In one of my recent stake meetings, as we discussed a preparedness plan for all the wards, one of our High Councilmen told the group of us about this article. It discusses how along the coastlines in Japan there are ancient "warning stones" that give instruction and counsel about what to do in the case of an earthquake and pending tsunami.
It is amazing the similarities that we can draw between our modern day prophets, seers and revelators and the purpose of these stones. Read it and think about how this article relates to self-reliance, obedience and preparedness. The article provides an awesome family home evening lesson as well - try giving your kids a stone with an applicable scripture written on it as a reminder of the lessons to be learned from the article.
http://dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/08/limits-to-disaster-memory-even-etched-in-stone/
I would also encourage you to read this talk, The Celestial Nature of Self-Reliance by Marion G. Romney that was recommended to me today. Spiritual food for thought . . . you will be well fed.
http://lds.org/ensign/1984/06/the-celestial-nature-of-self-reliance?lang=eng&query=self+reliance+spiritual
Home Canning Corner
I have compiled a quick list (including pictures) of what I consider essential canning equipment to have in your home if you are serious about canning your own produce, fruit and meat. Home canning brings a sense of satisfaction and provides nutritious homemade meals from your pantry. Home canned food is the perfect addition to your 30-day menu and 90-day supply the First Presidency has counseled us to have. This list should make it easier as you start this rewarding endeavor. Good luck and happy canning!
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