tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78536043629157209172024-03-14T04:51:10.904-05:00TAG Disaster ResponsePresbyterian Church in America Mission to North America Disaster Response Tennessee Alabama Georgia RegionMike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-44342550012558577362021-06-09T23:10:00.001-05:002021-06-09T23:10:56.056-05:00Getting Back into the Habit<p>How easy it is to get behind on blog posts! While our posts have not been regular on this site, please know that we have been busy working in the ministry. If you'd like to know more about what is going on in the ministry on a more regular basis, please sign up for our email newsletter (published monthly) or like our <a href="http://facebook.com/mnadrtag" target="_blank">Facebook </a>page (updated periodically). </p><p>Our email sign up is shown on the right side of every page of this website. </p><p>With that said, we hope to do better with consistently posting on this site when we send out newsletters and Facebook posts. <br /></p>Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-84219323649579028432020-11-29T20:28:00.004-06:002020-11-29T20:29:34.441-06:00Easter Sunday Tornadoes: Chattanooga Story<h2 class="_3f-vr _208Ie blog-post-title-font z6qNR BOfyy _2QAo- _25MYV _1Fao9 ljrnk public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-4vcrp"><span class="vkIF2 public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr">The Storms<br /></span></h2><p class="XzvDs _208Ie ljrnk blog-post-text-font blog-post-text-color _2QAo- _25MYV _1Fao9 ljrnk public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-foo"><span class="vkIF2 public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr">Easter Sunday 2020 was an unusual one in that many churches met remotely or worshiped in a drive-in format. That evening and into the following morning, storms ravaged the southeastern United States, spawning 140 tornadoes stretching from Monroe, Louisiana to Seneca, South Carolina. Thirty-two people died in the storm, which caused more than $3 billion in damage. </span></p><div class="q2uC4 _3kAGd" id="viewer-9gg1m"><div class="c-Mgr _2Mq66 _2Mq66" style="width: 544px;"><div class="_1Lhwj image-container _2mwxs" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIRWn8rZY0VIicqvZb_alWaj_al6n8AqpNfiBNXq0hevCt-mEKvOnFHG4-4qygPBOl9Mm2BEoESJxw1JSTdGX64_SV6uJ6tVZZn25F4oKv9uKwo9aHVxYh52B0LK6dOZtVESqPybrjiqVi/s497/IMG_2058.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="368" data-original-width="497" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIRWn8rZY0VIicqvZb_alWaj_al6n8AqpNfiBNXq0hevCt-mEKvOnFHG4-4qygPBOl9Mm2BEoESJxw1JSTdGX64_SV6uJ6tVZZn25F4oKv9uKwo9aHVxYh52B0LK6dOZtVESqPybrjiqVi/w320-h237/IMG_2058.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="vkIF2 public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr">MNA Disaster Response
staff members Mike Kennamer (Warehouse Manager and Tennessee, Georgia,
Alabama Regional Specialist), Keith Perry (Florida Regional Specialist)
and Marty Huddleston (Logistics Specialist) confer during a break in the
action at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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A group of PCA churches in the Chattanooga area are partnering to
minister to those in the Ooltewah area who were impacted by the Easter
tornadoes. This information is fairly fluid, with work days being
planned most Saturdays and some work continuing through the week. If you
would like to learn how you can become part of this effort through
volunteering or giving, please check out <a class="_2qJYG blog-link-hashtag-color _3Sq3W" href="https://cpcchatt.org/relief/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><u class="sDZYg">Covenant Presbyterian Church's website</u></a>.
Much of the work is being done in the Auburn Hills Trailer Park in
Ooltewah, which was devastated on Easter Sunday. Please continue to pray
for the families impacted and for those who are showing Christ's love
through acts of mercy.<br />
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MNA Disaster Response provided <a href="https://shedsofhope.com/" target="_blank">Sheds of Hope</a> Kits that were erected in the Covenant Presbyterian Church parking lot to provide a secure location for families to store their belongings. <br />
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Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-27439726249187929862020-03-02T20:57:00.001-06:002020-03-02T20:57:38.382-06:00Chainsaw Training at Rome Warehouse<br />
<a href="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcTBjPkhKPbALDknJTDXalfKYovTrkAeTN4vAZz_SsJiUk6cnLyk" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Image result for mna disaster response keith perry chainsaw" border="0" class="n3VNCb" data-noaft="1" src="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcTBjPkhKPbALDknJTDXalfKYovTrkAeTN4vAZz_SsJiUk6cnLyk" style="height: 278px; margin-top: 0px; width: 181px;" /></a>MNA Disaster Response Warehouse will host a chainsaw training on Saturday, April 25, 2020 from 8am until 5 pm EDT. Keith Perry, MNA Disaster Response Florida Specialist, will serve as lead instructor.<br />
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This Mission to North America chain saw training course was developed to provide disaster response volunteers with a solid foundation for safe and efficient saw operation while limbing and bucking for tree debris removal.<br />
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Safety is the most critical objective of this course. Your safety, the safety of your fellow volunteers, the safety of the public, and property protection should be a part of every plan and action you take. Careful study and practice of chain saw operations will improve your own abilities and help you identify your limitations to ensure safe saw operation.<br />
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The course has classroom sessions and hands-on field work. The classroom session will consist of presentations, Q&A, and quizzes. The field work allows students to demonstrate their safety knowledge and safely use skills with a chainsaw.<br />
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Registration is limited to the first 12 who sign up. <a href="https://mnachainsaw.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank">Click here to register. </a><br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-33594639368304056652019-08-11T13:17:00.005-05:002019-08-11T13:17:59.721-05:00New Link to Donate to MNA Disaster Response TAG RegionSome of you have asked if there is a quick link to donate online to MNA Disaster Response TAG Region. So here you go...<br />
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<a href="http://bit.ly/mnadrtag" target="_blank">bit.ly/mnadrtag </a><br />
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If you have any difficulty, contact <a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer.</a> Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-34163595700865458292019-07-26T21:28:00.001-05:002019-07-26T21:28:18.534-05:00Training Session October 5 at WarehouseWould you like to learn more about MNA Disaster Response and how you can
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helping those impacted by natural disasters? Then sign
up today for a training session to be held at the Charles H. Jones
Family Disaster Response Warehouse in Rome, Georgia. The training will
be led by TAG Region Specialist, Mike Kennamer and MNA Second Career RV
Specialist Gregg Noll, and will include such topics as:
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<li style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;">MNA DR: Who We Are and What We Do</li>
<li style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;">13 Ways to Get Involved in DR Ministry</li>
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The training is open to anyone at no cost. The training will begin
promptly at 9 am and will conclude by 3 pm (Eastern time). Doors open at
8:30 am.<br />
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Follow this link to register: <a href="https://october5rometraining.eventbrite.com/" style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; color: #007c89; font-weight: normal; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">https://october5rometraining.eventbrite.com</a><br />
Advanced registration is necessary to assure that we have an accurate count for materials and for lunch.<br />
Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-89719726044510476772019-01-14T19:00:00.000-06:002019-01-14T19:00:26.293-06:00January Newsletter ReleasedThe January 2019 newsletter has been released. Be sure to check out updates on the MNA Disaster Response Warehouse, the TAG Region Response Trailer, Second Saturday Service Days at the Warehouse, and upcoming training sessions.<br />
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Click on Newsletter in the menu above or subscribe to our newsletter using the subscription form to the right of this page. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-34715228353157565992018-12-28T19:04:00.002-06:002018-12-28T19:04:14.450-06:002018 MNA Disaster Response TAG Region Snapshots<div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
We produced a quick video of snapshots with some of the great folks we got to hang out with in 2018. Come join us in this ministry in 2019!</div>
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<br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-47274037900595506092018-10-04T09:59:00.000-05:002018-10-04T09:59:00.953-05:00October 2018 Newsletter PostedThe October 2018 MNA Disaster Response TAG Region Newsletter has been emailed and posted to our website. <a href="https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=cd0607cd0754be0d7d77da431&id=5a893deb25" target="_blank">Click here to view a web version. </a><br />
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In this month's newsletter you will learn about the MNA Warehouse dedication, warehouse work days, ministry teams, and how MNA is responding to Hurricane Florence. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-28801592174056684522018-09-07T22:37:00.000-05:002018-09-07T22:37:18.112-05:00TAG Region Response Trailer Nearing CompletionThanks to all the wonderful gifts we have received over the past year the TAG Region Response trailer will soon be complete! Thanks to all who donated their time, tools, or money to make this happen! The last of the tools have been ordered and should be in next week. <br />
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Please let us know if we can visit your church to show you what God has provided for our region. Just contact <a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer</a> to schedule a visit. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-52450084796178342862018-08-29T22:14:00.002-05:002018-08-29T22:15:26.135-05:00April 2011 TornadoesRecently I was speaking at a church and described our experience of having responded to a number of storms across the U.S. but how it is different when the storm comes to you. That recollection made me think of two videos.<br />
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The first video was shot by two of my sons of some of the damage around DeKalb County, Alabama.<br />
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The second video was shot by a friend of mine and shows the formation of what would become the largest tornado that hit our county that day--and EF5--that destroyed hundreds of homes and took the lives of 35 people.<br />
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The church where we were members at the time, Grace Presbyterian Church in Fort Payne, ministered to our neighbors for the next 16 months.<br />
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Watching these videos still give me chill bumps. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-54631866428482377032018-07-06T21:29:00.003-05:002018-07-06T21:29:26.756-05:00Invest 2020<div style="text-align: left;">
We are excited to report that, through the generous donations of God's people, we have enough funds set aside to support an immediate response in our region, and are now working toward ministry sustainability for the long-term. <br />
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To reach a point of sustainability, we are looking to secure ongoing investments of $36,000 per year by 2020. This can occur with 30 individuals or churches investing $100 per month (or 100 people giving $30 per month, or any combination thereof). Some will be able to give multiples of $100 per month while others may give some portion of $100 per month. Every regular contribution helps us to work toward ministry sustainability. Contributions may be made on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. <br />
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Want to learn more? Contact <a data-cke-saved-href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org?subject=Invest%202020%20Campaign" href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org?subject=Invest%202020%20Campaign" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer</a> or visit the <a href="https://tagregion.blogspot.com/p/give.html" target="_blank">Giving Page </a>on our website. <br />
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Can't commit to an ongoing contribution? We still need one-time contributions to help with periodic expenses. <br />
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Please join us as we launch our Invest 2020 campaign and help us to attain ministry stability. </div>
Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-17225771184592805522018-03-12T19:29:00.001-05:002018-03-12T19:29:12.192-05:00March Newsletter PostedThe March 2018 TAG Region Newsletter has been emailed and is archived at this site. Read about an upcoming training at Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church, upcoming work days at the warehouse, and an investment with a guaranteed return. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-65958087583800389972018-01-22T22:52:00.001-06:002018-01-22T22:52:14.993-06:00Warehouse Work Days Planned for February and MarchPlease join us at the MNA Disaster Response Warehouse on the following dates, when we will prepare relief supplies:<br />
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<li>Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 9 am until 3 pm</li>
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If your church or group would like to schedule a visit outside these times, just contact Mike Kennamer at mkennamer@pcanet.org. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-62097405635514441032017-12-09T21:53:00.001-06:002017-12-09T21:54:07.105-06:00Wishing You a Merry Christmas!Thank you for your support of MNA Disaster Response TAG Region during 2017! As we enter the Christmas season, we give thanks for all who have contributed to this ministry in any way. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!<br />
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<br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-8175271634106813532017-10-27T18:40:00.000-05:002017-10-27T18:40:05.597-05:00TAG Region Trailer Arrives!The TAG Region Disaster Response trailer has been delivered! Praise God for His provision of this vital piece of equipment through the generosity of donors. Special thanks to MNA Disaster Response Director, Arklie Hooten, for his support of this project. <br />
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Now comes the task of building the cabinets and purchasing the supplies to equip the trailer. We are pleased and humbled that some of the items have already been provided. <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tuol6vYbWHo5WnpvHbc-1ATUO3wBCbjcs-AL4kRIxLQ/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Click on this link to see what items are needed</a>. This sheet is now set up so that you can type in your name and email address if you wish to provide one or more items, or the funds to purchase them. Contact <a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer with any questions. </a><br />
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While Lowes and Home Depot do not have gift registries, one generous contributor figured out a way to purchase an item for us to pick up at the local store. Simply order an item online from Lowes and have it shipped to our local store in <a href="https://www.lowes.com/store/AL-Fort%20Payne/1786" target="_blank">Fort Payne, Alabama</a>. You could also do the same thing by shipping to our local <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/l/Scottsboro/AL/Scottsboro/35768/812" target="_blank">Home Depot store, located in Scottsboro, Alabama</a>. Just email us to let us know when you receive the confirmation that the item has been received at the store so we can pick it up. <br />
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Would your church like to hold an event to raise funds for this effort? Let us know. Let's get creative in securing this equipment for this asset to our region. <br />
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<br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-3761287014392822012017-10-08T21:01:00.000-05:002017-10-08T21:08:02.558-05:00Exciting News!We are excited to announce that, through the generous donations of donors, MNA has ordered a disaster relief trailer for the TAG Region. The trailer should arrive in 4-6 weeks.<br />
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Now we need YOUR help! We need to raise an additional $3,900 over the next 5 weeks to purchase the large items that will impact the design of cabinetry inside the trailer. Please consider joining us in this ministry by providing one or more of the following items: <br />
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<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-4-Gallon-Portable-125-PSI-Electric-Twin-Stack-Air-Compressor/50063487" target="_blank">Dewalt 4-gallon portable 125 PSI electric twin-stack air compressor - $299 at Lowes</a></li>
<li><strike><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-10-in-Carbide-Tipped-Table-Saw/50040968" target="_blank">Dewalt 10-in carbide tipped table saw - $499 at Lowes </a></strike><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-10-in-Carbide-Tipped-Table-Saw/50040968" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(FUNDS RECEIVED)</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-Rolling-Universal-Miter-Saw-Stand/50030592" target="_blank">Dewalt Rolling universal miter saw stand - $199 at Lowes</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-12-in-15-Amp-Dual-Bevel-Sliding-Compound-Miter-Saw/1000145735" target="_blank">Dewalt 12-in 15 amp dual bevel sliding compound miter saw - $399 at Lowes</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-5000-Lumen-Twin-Head-LED-Worklight-K40070/207186693" target="_blank">Husky 5000 Lumen twin-head LED worklight with stand - $99.97 at Home Depot (need 2)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/H-1851R/Safety-Storage/Gas-Can-Type-II-Red-5-Gallon?pricode=WA9292&gadtype=pla&id=H-1851RQ&gclid=CjwKEAjw1a3KBRCY9cfsmdmWgQ0SJAATUZ8bO4YCtEDxkuoECFwKovACBPPaRBq6x1Bz7A6_kNkeQBoCWT_w_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">Metal Safety Gas Can, 5 gallon - $84 each at ULine (need 2) </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Werner-13-ft-Aluminum-300-lb-Telescoping-Type-Ia-Multi-Position-Ladder/50441824" target="_blank">Werner 13' aluminum multi-position ladder - $119 at Lowes (need 2)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/TOUGHBUILT-32-in-Tall-Adjustable-Folding-Sawhorse-TB-C700/205870356" target="_blank">Toughbuilt 32" tall adjustable folding sawhorse - $49.99 at Home Depot (need 4)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-3000-Series-22-5-in-x-41-in-9-Drawer-Ball-Bearing-Steel-Tool-Chest-Black/1000222007" target="_blank">Kobalt 3000 series 22.5 in x 41 in, 9-drawer steel tool chest - $249 at Lowes</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-3000-Series-41-in-x-41-in-11-Drawer-Ball-Bearing-Steel-Tool-Cabinet-Black/1000222009" target="_blank">Kobalt 3000 series 41 in x 41 in, 11-drawer steel tool cabinet - $350 at Lowes</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200669084_200669084?cm_mmc=Google-pla&utm_source=Google_PLA&utm_medium=Generators%20%3E%20Inverter%20Generators&utm_campaign=Honda%20Power%20Equipment&utm_content=56002&gclid=Cj0KCQjwwLHLBRDEARIsAN1A1Q4hD3UTOng0wMVZQBYSgzvbeyIbW5YFs2iFjCvHOMfSlQI5u10Og-saAsdAEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Honda 2500 watt generator - $999 at Northern Tool </a>(MNA DR can receive a significant discount at Action Rental in Rome, GA)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.waterpumpsdirect.com/Honda-WB20-Water-Pump/p6302.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwwLHLBRDEARIsAN1A1Q5H2p2Djfq5D5hO4E-6FpmzsmGd-aP_5H2A9fENSLxtR8UBsGaaXcgaAl3FEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Honda WB20XT3A Water Pump - $429 at Water Pumps Direct</a></li>
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Contributions of cash and Lowes, Home Depot, Harbor Freight, or Amazon gift cards are also helpful, as they allow us to shop for the best prices. <br />
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<a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tuol6vYbWHo5WnpvHbc-1ATUO3wBCbjcs-AL4kRIxLQ/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Click here for a complete listing of tools needed for the trailer</a>.<br />
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For more information, contact Mike Kennamer at 256-899-4966 or<a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank"> mkennamer@pcanet.org</a>. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-54657733183130236652017-08-28T22:24:00.002-05:002017-09-01T11:44:36.498-05:00Texas Update <span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Report from Arklie Hooten: </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The situation in Texas has gone from bad to worse. As of this morning,
Monday August 28, we know of at least 25 PCA families that have had
their homes flooded; that number will rise significantly over the next
few days. At least two PCA physical plants have flooding and the
flooded area is growing by the minute. Harvey is forecast to be back
over water just offshore of the coast during the next couple of days and
there is potential for re-strengthening. We have received reports that
some PCA folks are awaiting rescue as the water continues to rise;
another 25” of rain or more is predicted over the next few days.<br />
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MNA Disaster Response continues to consult with leaders in TX and will continue to be until
we can get into the area to assess how we might respond with them.
Flooded roadways are preventing access at the time with no movement in
or out. However, MNA will begin sending mobile bunkhouses, shower
trailers and other equipment into the area over the next few days to
standup relief operations by pre-positioning this large equipment just
outside of the hardest hit areas so that we can move in as soon as safe
access is permitted. MNA is working with leaders to determine the best
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For now, please do the following to support your denominational relief efforts:
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Pray</b> for relief from the storm and for those being rescued and affected by this storm. </span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Give generously</b><span style="font-family: inherit;">. Click this link<span style="font-family: inherit;"> or paste this address in yo<span style="font-family: inherit;">ur browser</span></span></span>
to support efforts financially<span style="font-family: inherit;">: <a href="https://www.egsnetwork.com/gift2/?giftid=6D781F3DFD8A428">https://www.egsnetwork.com/gift2/?giftid=6D781F3DFD8A428</a> </span>Funds will be used for assessment,
mobilization, relief grants for flooded PCA families and churches, to
purchase needed supplies and equipment, to construct Sheds of Hope, and
to setup and operate flood recovery sites. </span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Send relief supplies & equipment.</b> For a list of needed supplies <a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fpcamna.us5.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D33fe992a01c34dc2836d8ed9e%26id%3Dad9ccef5a1%26e%3D3dae11299d&data=02%7C01%7Cmkennamer%40pcanet.org%7C55b9cbe22f3044d5b09b08d4ee419c7a%7C0f18fcd7edb64993b4d03112a12a45f4%7C0%7C0%7C636395412945250816&sdata=CKw9avEjNK0HoFr9KLt%2BYt4cbIe9JIOHoSDcZ6wYObY%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: #336699; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">click here</a>. </span></span></li>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=7853604362915720917" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> After this information went out we learned that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MNA-South-Central-Disaster-Response-Region-148224381885947/?fref=ts" target="_blank">Rick Lenz, MNA Disaster Response South Central Region</a> is setting up a volunteer center in The Woodlands and bringing in
equipment. They are not ready to accept volunteers at this time, as the waters have not yet receded. In fact, the rain continues to fall. Look for more details to follow. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In this region, we are encouraging churches and individuals to donate flood buckets, to help replenish the stock at the <a href="http://mnawarehouse.com/" target="_blank">MNA Warehouse.</a> We expect the ones in stock to go out later this week so we need to replenish the stock for the next shipment to Texas. This video shows how to assemble flood buckets. We will be happy to pick them up from within the <a href="http://mnadrtag.com/" target="_blank">TAG Region</a> and take them to the warehouse. </span></span>Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-84196895902345600602017-07-27T23:11:00.000-05:002017-07-27T23:11:00.632-05:00Painters Needed at MNA Warehouse<a href="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQSfJuhlNKbqaIdnZBreXb-pkQEfOB-DozLGY62FuVU9WHm9JPkQjn3GFo" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-height="398" data-width="742" height="200" id="irc_ilrp_mut" src="https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQSfJuhlNKbqaIdnZBreXb-pkQEfOB-DozLGY62FuVU9WHm9JPkQjn3GFo" style="margin-top: 49px;" width="200" /></a>Renovation of the <a href="http://www.mnawarehouse.com/" target="_blank">MNA Disaster Response Warehouse</a> is well underway. All the drywall is up and the air conditioning ducting should be finished in the next couple weeks. There is an <u>immediate need</u> for teams that can help paint interior walls.<br />
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Teams can be of any size and may stay at the warehouse, if overnight lodging is needed. For more information, contact <a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer.</a> Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-63972356330172741022017-07-22T15:28:00.000-05:002017-07-22T15:28:01.838-05:00TAG Region to Acquire DR Trailer<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDdi61eyv4LvLEdb3yXBMQtqwb5Eh7b9Yxrs1Z7WyPPVlKsFe5YZp-EK5OvGrwdXNRXEbUTQ-5kLtWgd230gSosNbfp6f778u2eE5FSZjl3wxjpR6VXkdZ94oFEpeGUWIZv9xEuTLQhyFc/s1600/IMG_5339.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDdi61eyv4LvLEdb3yXBMQtqwb5Eh7b9Yxrs1Z7WyPPVlKsFe5YZp-EK5OvGrwdXNRXEbUTQ-5kLtWgd230gSosNbfp6f778u2eE5FSZjl3wxjpR6VXkdZ94oFEpeGUWIZv9xEuTLQhyFc/s320/IMG_5339.JPG" width="320" /></a>We are excited to be working toward the acquisition of a disaster
response trailer for the TAG Region. Our vision for this trailer is that it will be used as a mobile tool crib for disasters within the region and may be used by teams when traveling to assist other regions. Further, churches wishing to check out the trailer for local mercy projects may do so. <br />
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We need your help to make this dream a reality! Please consider
contributing toward the purchase of tools to stock the trailer. Our first priority is to acquire some of the larger tools so that, once the trailer is acquired, we can customize compartments to fit. Learn more by clicking on the <a href="http://tagregion.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_17.html" target="_blank">Trailer Tool Donations</a> page on this site.<br />
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Tools may be new or used in good condition. Brand names listed are suggestions only. Please contact <a href="mailto:mkennamer@pcanet.org" target="_blank">Mike Kennamer</a> to discuss needs and to arrange for donations. Monetary donations and donations of gift cards are always welcomed, as is funds for general ministry support. Every dollar that is donated to this ministry goes directly to the work of the ministry. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-64063704492547233962017-07-20T20:18:00.002-05:002017-07-20T20:18:11.991-05:00July Newsletter PostedThe July newsletter has been posted to the Newsletter section of the website. Check out some exciting news. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-77413782002685977762017-06-16T22:24:00.000-05:002017-06-16T22:24:34.520-05:00Make a Difference This Summer: Donate Hygiene KitsVacation Bible School...<br />
Summer mission trips...<br />
Lazy days at the pool...<br />
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Summer means different things for different people. What if you could use a small portion of one of your summer days to make a difference to someone whose life has been disrupted by disaster? What if you could make a different for the cost of a couple cups of coffee?<br />
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Consider putting together one or more hygiene kits to send to disaster sites. It's simple. See the video below to learn how. You can then mail the kit to the <a href="http://mnawarehouse.com/" target="_blank">MNA Disaster Response Warehouse</a> in Rome, GA. <br />
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<br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-78119358206599215682017-06-04T22:36:00.000-05:002017-06-04T22:36:06.178-05:00New YouTube ChannelMNA Disaster Response TAG Region has a new <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJRQj8gFbfoZxRWdEDsCGQ" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a>. Please visit this channel to find videos related to the ministry. Recently posted are videos showing how to pack flood buckets and hygiene kits. Watch for additional videos to be posted. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-63119183424062083812017-05-30T22:59:00.001-05:002017-05-30T22:59:34.339-05:00Continued Progress at WarehouseA couple teams have hung drywall at the <a href="http://mnawarehouse.com/" target="_blank">MNA Disaster Response Warehouse</a> recently. Check out their progress on the video below.<br />
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<br />Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853604362915720917.post-2687968666672445722017-05-11T11:00:00.000-05:002017-05-11T11:00:40.074-05:00Lake Oconee (GA) PCA Donates Sheds of Hope and Hymnals<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitbpkXlTiEtkD7GZl9KPrwSZkO-tZz5vI1lKXmtFekJfaelXwMXMo9Orovid35Smo0v-beLU1ZBE2xZp1dybQBNRaEwWU-fIuEKJ2v5enYtCtmvCkzy5v7ALGlXPM15TH1VtGFwxK6vvfx/s1600/IMG_6289.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitbpkXlTiEtkD7GZl9KPrwSZkO-tZz5vI1lKXmtFekJfaelXwMXMo9Orovid35Smo0v-beLU1ZBE2xZp1dybQBNRaEwWU-fIuEKJ2v5enYtCtmvCkzy5v7ALGlXPM15TH1VtGFwxK6vvfx/s320/IMG_6289.JPG" width="240" /></a><a href="http://www.lopc-pca.org/" target="_blank">Lake Oconee Presbyterian Church</a> (Lake Oconee, GA) has been very active in disaster response. <a href="http://mnawarehouse.com/" target="_blank">Recently, they delivered to the MNA Disaster Response Warehouse</a> a pre-fab <a href="https://shedsofhope.com/" target="_blank">Shed of Hope</a> kit ready to deploy where needed and a donation of approximately 300 hymnals, to be given to a church plant or a church that is flooded or destroyed.<br />
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Thanks to John Myer (left) and Dick Forrester (right) for making an early morning delivery to the warehouse last Saturday. Mike Kennamerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15436688493800220524noreply@blogger.com