God’s Refuge Amidst the Rubble!

Be AWARE

CEN ReadyFL volunteers offer the Hope of Jesus Christ in the aftermath of Hurricane IAN. Many are asking for help not only with their physical loss but the sense of profound hopelessness amid the rubble. The Satanic Temple challenges abortion bans as NY Governor seeks to ban protective weapons in houses of worship. Christians fear more Anti-Christian violence in Nigeria, India and Mozambique.  

Read the ATN Weekly Report about Active Threats facing Christians in churches, schools, and in the midst of activism around the globe:

CHURCHES

Burglaries, Arson and Violent Attacks on Churches up 80% in two years

MegaChurch repents for No Women Decision Makers

Abuse Plaguing Some Churches Failing to Respond

Jewish Rabbi calls for New Religious Awakening

Sutherland Springs Pastor Speaks Out after Attack

Wonder Lake Church Vandalized by Swastika and Racial Slur

Church Electronic Funds Stolen 

Gun Club Sues to Allow Weapons in Houses of Worship

Fire Engulfs City Grace Church

Recent Church Burglaries under Investigation

Having a church plan in place with a trained response team to mitigate natural crisis and security threats is biblically wise to save lives spiritually, emotionally, mentally and physically. Find out how to build a response team, plan and respond as Jesus would in uncertain times: ReadyChurch 

SCHOOLS

Christian Schools in HIGH demand amidst teacher shortage

Taxpayer funded group Indoctrinates Two Year olds in Transgender

Six Shot Oakland School Complex

Teachers open arms with shelters during Hurricane IAN

ACTIVISM/EXTREMISM

Satanic Temple files Abortion suit Challenging Bans

Anti-Religious Groups Attempt to Shut down Student Prayer

America’s Moral, Religious, Intellectual Chaos Needs Bible to Move Forward

Christian Nationalism Inflammers are Really Afraid of Christians

Many Faces of Christian Nationalism

Biden DOJ Intimidating Christian Conservatives

Priest Faces Prison After Charges on Abortion Act

Crisis Pregnancy Centers and Churches continue to be targets threatening those in your care. 

ReadyChurch training will help your church to be ready to respond. Watch CPPS Video for behaviors of concern and de escalation techniques. For more information Contact: 

dan.graeber@christianemergencynetwork.net 

INTERNATIONAL

Islamists Kill 245 Nigerian Christians in Three Years

Two Christians Beheaded in Mozambique

Christian Persecution in India Rises 

Eight More Christians Killed in Mozambique

Christians Fear More Anti-Christian Violence in Nigeria

Join with other Christians facing the extremist persecution and threats to our Christian community today - we are stronger together as a ReadyCity

 

He who dwells in the secret place of the HIGHEST shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord,  "He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in HIM I will trust" Psalm 91 1-2 

 

Lord, Most High, please keep the men and women of dozens of rescue operations safe and under your loving protection as they emerge into the areas hardest hit by HURRICANE IAN. WE pray for all those who are responding with the Gospel to have your open doors to share the Hope found only in You. Keep them safely hidden under your arms of protection, helping all involved in this emergency situation to extend your wisdom, grace, love and mercy in each and every situation. May they be sheltered in that secret place of trusting in You alone. In Jesus' Precious name, Amen!

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 Get READY!

Tired of messages and methods which are not reflecting what is REALLY going on today?  Wondering what to do to get ready for the oncoming threats at every turn? CEN has you covered! 

The three CEN step-by-step self-directed training guides will help you: find like-minded Christians, assess your capabilities, make a plan, build your team, and respond together sharing the Hope of Christ in ANY crisis.

Get started by mobilizing your ReadyChristian family first.

Find out the five steps to setting up a ReadyChurch at home. 

Step up to the plate to protect your brothers and sisters community-wide? Go to ReadyCity. 

God Uses Social Media for Hurricane Response

Millions without Power Calling on God’s Power

Civil Unrest - A Hazard of Natural Disasters

CEN provides other helpful links to FREE Readiness Resources to prepare your family, church and citywide network. 

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Be THERE!

Be AWARE, READY and THERE Sharing the Hope of Christ! 

PASTOR SHARES CHRIST in midst of the Hurricane Destruction

Graham Travels to Share Christ in FLA Hurricane Crisis

God is Greater than ANY Storm 

Where is God in the Storms of Life

CEN’s Weekly ACTIVE Threat News provides a weekly summary and analysis of threats and risks to the Christian community, in addition to expert training, guidance and resources for Christian organizations with 24-hour monitoring for regular coordination with law enforcement and local emergency management. 

CEN has served with the DHS National Faith-based Advisory Boards for twenty plus years because this security and emergency service helps Christian organizations keep apprised of every warning, potential threat, and incident of concern with a Christian worldview.

“Be READY to give an answer for the Hope of Christ within you.” 

I Peter 3:15

Help Christian First Responders NOW!

Be AWARE

Help Christian First Responders NOW! As rescuers focus upon those still without survival support in the hardest hit areas of Hurricane IAN, Christians are showing up with the Hope of Christ. CEN ReadyFLA has been activated and the staging and assessing stages are commencing today. Other global heighten the threat risk landscape in the Christian community with a continued increase in burglaries, arson attacks and cyber attacks in addition to no prosecutions for pregnancy center attacks. Tax payers are paying for transgender education of two years olds while Christian schools are opening their arms to parents who are seeking refuge from this attack in the public schools. As the media continues to marginalize and persecute Christian beliefs as “Christian nationalism” with  many faces, Christians are looking to the face of Jesus!

Read the ATN Weekly Report about Active Threats facing Christians in churches, schools, and in the midst of activism around the globe:

CHURCHES

Burglaries, Arson and Violent Attacks on Churches up 80% in two years

Security Guard Savagely Killed at Calvary Church

Four Humboldt Churches Experience Vandalism

Suspects Sought in Theft of 83 year old woman in church parking lot

Domestic Violence near Waco Church

Having a church plan in place with a trained response team to mitigate natural crisis and security threats is biblically wise to save lives spiritually, emotionally, mentally and physically. Find out how to build a response team, plan and respond as Jesus would in uncertain times: ReadyChurch 

SCHOOLS

Christian Schools in HIGH demand amidst teacher shortage

Taxpayer funded group Indoctrinates Two Year olds in Transgender Idealogy

Six Shot Oakland School Complex

Teachers open arms with shelters during Hurricane IAN

ACTIVISM/EXTREMISM

Christian Nationalism

Justice Denied and Being Weaponized

Warning for Churches Not to Use Software for Spying

Many Faces of Christian Nationalism

PA Pro Life Activist Arrested by FBI Charged with Assault

Prayer Service for ND Teen Mowed down by Man Angry for being Conservative

Christians Excoriated in CA Billboards Satanically Twisting the Words of Christ

Christians Being Spied Upon Violating Privacy Rights

Biden DOJ Intimidating Christian Conservatives

Crisis Pregnancy Centers and Churches continue to be targets threatening those in your care. 

ReadyChurch training will help your church to be ready to respond. Watch CPPS Video for behaviors of concern and de escalation techniques. For more information Contact: 

dan.graeber@christianemergencynetwork.net 

INTERNATIONAL

Islamists Kill 245 Nigerian Christians in Three Years

Two Christians Beheaded in Mozambique

https://www.foxnews.com/world/mounting-claims-christian-persecution-india-rise-countrys-supreme-court

Eight More Christians Killed in Mozambique

Join with other Christians facing the extremist persecution and threats to our Christian community today - we are stronger together as a ReadyCity

“But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere. For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.” 

2 Corinthians 2: 14-15

God our Father, we do indeed thank you leading us in victory to bring the knowledge of You, in Jesus, a tangible smell to witness about You among others; those open to You and those who are not.  Father let us carry Your fragrance with awe of Your righteousness, purity, love for all, even the lost.”Jesus our Redeemer in You. AMEN

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 Get READY!

Tired of messages and methods which are not reflecting what is REALLY going on today?  Wondering what to do to get ready for the oncoming threats at every turn? CEN has you covered! 

The three CEN step-by-step self-directed training guides will help you: find like-minded Christians, assess your capabilities, make a plan, build your team, and respond together sharing the Hope of Christ in ANY crisis.

• Get started by mobilizing your ReadyChristian family first.
• Find out the five steps to setting up a ReadyChurch at home. 
• Step up to the plate to protect your brothers and sisters community-wide? ReadyCity 

God Uses Social Media for Hurricane Response

Millions without Power Calling on God’s Power

Civil Unrest - A Hazard of Natural Disasters

CEN provides other helpful links to FREE Readiness Resources to prepare your family, church and citywide network. 

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Be THERE!

Be AWARE, READY and THERE Sharing the Hope of Christ! 

PASTOR SHARES CHRIST in midst of the Hurricane Destruction

Cultivating a PRAY-CARE-SHARE Lifestyle in an Uncertain World

Christ-Centered Life and Legacy of Queen Elizabeth

Points of Light Church being used as RE UNIFICATION point  

Revival Hits Times Square with the Gospel

Learn how First Responders are Putting Their Lives on the Line

CEN’s Weekly ACTIVE Threat News provides a weekly summary and analysis of threats and risks to the Christian community, in addition to expert training, guidance and resources for Christian organizations with 24-hour monitoring for regular coordination with law enforcement and local emergency management. 

CEN has served with the DHS National Faith-based Advisory Boards for twenty plus years because this security and emergency service helps Christian organizations keep apprised of every warning, potential threat, and incident of concern with a Christian worldview.

“Be READY to give an answer for the Hope of Christ within you.” 

I Peter 3:15

CEN ReadyFLA Safety Security Officer Kurt Jordan CEN Logistics Officer Sherry Buresh and Barb Yates Assistant

Here's how to Help Hurricane Survivors NOW

CEN ReadyFL Public Information Officer David Craig, a seasoned and well trained first responder, is on the ground in Florida responding to the many communications issues being faced by emergency management, businesses, and residences. Here is what he is witnessing and recommending we all do.

Hurricane Ian is a great reminder that we all need to be a ReadyChristian. As we see destruction and loss,  we also get to see neighbors helping neighbors. Let’s PRAY, CARE, and SHARE the Hope we have in Jesus!

What does it mean to be a ReadyChristian?

• Be AWARE and READY yourself to survive for at least a week or so on your own.

• Be READY  to help a neighbor.

• Encourage one another to come together as the body of Christ.

• Be THERE by praying, caring and sharing the Gospel with the helpless and hopeless

In Florida we are seeing our communities coming together! As Volunteers are pouring in from every State they are challenged to support those who have lost so much but those with  power and water are opening their homes for responders to shower and charge their devices for communications with loved ones and need response. We have seen people thanking and feeding  utility workers and responders which has been a blessing to all of those working tirelessly to bring much needed help. 

What should you do if you are in “ground zero” of the devastation?

• Minimize use of water and waste

• Be patient when trying to call out or txt

• If traveling fill up when at half tank you will find gas but it may take a few stops 

• Help a neighbor 

• Keep charging phones when in cars or have access to power

• Get a small amount of cash for stores that don’t have credit card processing up

• Keep in mind even if you have power be prepared for short outages of water and food and prepare 

What can you do right now to be THERE, even if you are not there?

• Check on that neighbor if you can safely

• Check in with family and friends to let them know you are praying for them and are willing to help

• Thank your local responders who may not be in FLA but are serving you

What can you do right now if you are close to the devastation?

• Help move debris to the curb

• Keep some water in your car to hand out to those around you

• Thank a responder / utility worker or give them a cold water or just them a thumbs up

• Offer to help neighbors that are not as fortunate as you

• Don’t wait for responders unless the situation is beyond your capabilities 

• Volunteer if you can 

• Contact your local church or CEN for volunteer opportunities

While it is important to be on the front caring for people in this disaster, remember God’s CO MISSION is to  Pray, Care, Share the Hope found only in Jesus Christ! So when the 90% ask Where is God in this, YOU will be THERE to care for them and  tell them. 

He who dwells in the secret place of the HIGHEST shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord,  "He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in HIM I will trust" Psalm 91 1-2 

Let’s Pray!

Lord Most High, please keep the men and women of rescue operations safe and under your loving protection as they emerge into the areas hardest hit by HURRICANE IAN. Keep them safely hidden under your arms of protection, helping all involved in this emergency response to extend Your wisdom, grace, love and mercy in each and every situation, as they are sheltered in that secret place of trusting in You alone. In Jesus Precious name, Amen

Civil Unrest - A HAZARD of Natural Disasters

As Governor DeSantis warned those who would seek to attack the vulnerable that Second Amendment Exists in FLA we are reminded that natural disasters have many layers of crisis.

Natural Disasters can be very overwhelming, spiritually, emotionally, mentally as well as physically. There are so many things “to do” that are not in your normal routine so you may be distracted when another crisis hits, like civil unrest. Some groups take advantage following natural or man-made disasters and organize small bands of people to not only loot, but instigate an unrest situation by setting fires, blocking aid vehicles, and damaging property. Civil unrest following hurricanes, for example, is not new. Several years ago groups took small arms up on rooftops of shelters and started shooting at any police officer trying to bring order. What was their motive? They wanted to rule and take over.

Regardless of the motive, these situations are not to be taken lightly. You should avoid them if at all possible! Those who lash out during such times may not use firearms, but they may have access to machetes, ball bats, or other implements. One should always be looking out for opportunists and "inflammers" and avoid the mob scene.

“God’s people avoid evil ways, and they protect themselves by watching where they go.” Proverbs 16:17 

“It makes you look good when you avoid a fight - only fools love to quarrel.” Proverbs 20:3

CEN National Safety Security Officer Dan Graeber says: “Prudence begins with obtaining a genuine understanding of the threat and receiving God’s gift of His protection. If you are interested in getting back to a normal lifestyle when civil unrest is seeming to take over, know the priorities.  Homes should be restored as quickly as possible. But schools should be the FIRST priority of commercial buildings. Getting children and youth back to a routine is a tremendous help to them and to adults!”

Watch the When Lightning Strikes video from CEN’s partner Center for Personal Protection and Safety (CPPS). It is part of the CEN  ReadyChristian training! It covers all aspects of responding to Active Assailants, including how to get out of an angry mob crowd during times of civil unrest. 

Being involved with a ReadyChurch and sharing the When Lightning Strikes training will give your congregants a “place of refuge” with like minded believers who may help support them Spiritually, Emotionally, Mentally and Physically!

Questions? Contact: CEN National Safety Security Officer Dan Graeber 

Dan.Graeber@christianemergencynetwork.net

GOD uses Social Media for Hurricane Response!

With the death toll rising after Hurricane IAN landfall, assessments are now coming in from the hardest hit areas. What are Christians to do? PRAY-CARE-SHARE Christ with those in crisis both on site and with families and friends still waiting to hear if their loved ones are safe. It is a time to respond spiritually, emotionally,  mentally and physically to those around us even if they are NOT directly affected. Why? Because this is another wake up call from our Lord, to be READY to respond and give an answer for the Hope He has given  us! I Peter 3:15

U.S. President Biden: "We're beginning to see the scale of the devastation in Florida which is likely to rank among the worst in the nation’s history," President Biden tweeted Saturday morning from the @POTUS account.

CEN Founder and President, Mary Marr says: “Right now while social media is distributing information, many do not know how to handle this information in a truly helpful manner. It is important for churches, city networks to use a compatible communication infrastructure with national, state and local first responders who are inundated with information that may be helpful but they cannot use. Right now, if you are a church, ministry or city network wanting to help, start with yourself! Identify one person who will manage the incident from your perspective; identify one person who communicates internally/externally important information to your group that is timely actionable and trustworthy i.e. give to this org not one who rejects the Gospel; identify one person who will monitor the security situation as it unfolds both for you personally as well as the threat landscape which may change rapidly spurred on by this natural disaster. It is time for you to get your own house in order as a ReadyChristian, ReadyChurch and ReadyCity with capacity assessments and a team before you walk out the door!!”

CEN RESPONSE TEAM is on the ground in FLA. They are assessing the damage. Getting their staging areas set up with churches and housing for volunteers and setting up all their communications in a highly challenging environment. CONTACT US to help with the ReadyFLA response efforts now being launched in the hardest and most underserved areas in FLA and beyond! 

CEN ReadyFLA Public Information Officer David Craig says: “Traffic is challenging, communications are challenging, power is challenging, and it is widespread from S. Tampa to Naples, but I see 1000’s of first responders everywhere and The Church is coming out assessing their own damage to see where they may be able to respond. Even though the I 75 Interstate has been closed it is encouraging to see The Church respond."

Click here for MORE CEN TEAM reports to contact them in your area of interest. 

Let us ALL Call upon the God who gives us the Light of Christ to Shine in this dark age:

“The god of this age has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, so they cannot see the LIght of the Gospel of the Glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For God, who said ‘Let Light Shine out of darkness’ made His Light shine in our hearts to give us the Light of the knowledge of the Glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” II Corinthians 4:4,6

PRAY:

• Christians will take this as another wake up call to become a ReadyChristian for emergencies both large and small. 

• Churches to assess their own damage if in affected areas and report their needs and for churches outside the site to assess their capacity to respond. ReadyChurch capacity assessment. 

• City leaders will take the lead call for prayer gatherings across this nation petitioning a return back to God, repentance in the face of this and other disasters such as the increase in crime and the persecution of fellow believers across the globe. Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem!

• ReadyFL Response Team staging area, safe deployment of volunteers, the assessments to go quickly and the resources to not be impeded from entry.

CEN Prayer Network: Contact Lisa Crump lisa.crump@christianemergencynetwork.net 

CARE:

• Safety of our first responders as well as their personal balance needs, including high levels of stress viewing the devastation that many have never experienced on this leve before.

• I 75 would not be compromised for response teams to have access to the hardest hit areas.

• Those who still need to make communications with their loved ones. Reach out to help them and pray for a miraculous answer to their need to know they are safe!

CEN Care Network: Major Don Gilger, TSA

don.gilger@christianemergencynetwork.net

SHARE:

“Share The Hope of Christ! I Peter 3:15 - with Anyone and Everyone you meet that Hurricane IAN 2022 is yet another wake up call from God to call us back to Him in every area of our lives. It is a social media letter of Love from Him, do not wait any longer. Do not wait upon your church, your family, your friends, go TELL about Him to all who will listen.” Dr Ed Smith, CEN Chaplain

CEN Share Network: Dr Ed Smith, Chaplain

ed.smith@christianemergencynetwork.net 

Christian Relief Teams Rush to FLA

VOLUNTEERS: Please use the ContactUS button on the CEN website and let us know how you can help and we will put you in touch with CEN’s ReadyFLA Response Team on the ground today!

CEN provides other helpful links to FREE Readiness Resources to prepare your family, church and citywide network.