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In this episode, David Nakhla facilitates part 1 of a discussion of real-life  scenarios with four seasoned deacons: Lynne Hunter, Bob Keys, John Voss, and Doug Vos. As the men discuss, a common thread emerges—a need for diaconates to be prepared with policies and procedures for dilemmas like the two presented in this episode. The first, a member asking to create and lead a new ESL program, and the second having to do with  a member of your church experiences a disaster in his home. 

Referenced in this episode:

• ESL with Mission to North America (PCA):  https://pcamna.org/ministry/esl-ministries/
• Deacon Lynne Hunter: [email protected]
• Harvest OPC Pastor Adrian Crum: [email protected]
• Bob Keys' list of essential tools:
  1. Sump pump with flexible hose (40 ft.)
  2. Large tarp (or two!)
  3. Generator 
  4. 4-5 small heaters (1500 watt)
  5. Fan (to dry things out)
  6. Wet/dry vac

A few other suggestions from Bob (not mentioned in the episode):

• working chain saw with extra blade
• gloves, hard hat and protective eye equipment (for safety)
• appliance dolly (for moves)
• some kind of a truck or van for helping people move or take things where they need to be

Part two of Real World Cases: Policies and Procedures is scheduled to be released on June 25, 2024.

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