For those that live within the Huricane Season, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) created a new "widget" for those that have to deal with huricanes. The widget will allow you to gather information about "How to Prepare" and "How to Find Missing People". There is even a link for those that wish to donate to relief efforts.
Please take a minute and familiarize yourself with the links. You never know when you might need to use them.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
Religious Liberty
I have received a couple of comments from one person regarding the post "Six Consequences If Proposition 8 Fails in California" claims that the list is false especially when it comes to our Religious Liberty.
One of the items in that list talks about the "Catholic Charities in Boston". This group was forced to end it's adoption program because they have refused to place children in a same-sex residence. This program is 103 years old and because Massachusetts courts enforced a law that says the Catholic Church of Boston cannot do this.
Also, a similar case happened here in California! and the poster that says that the law suites wont happen are happening. How can the Six Consequences If Proposition 8 Fails in California be false??
Just to prove that the claims are false and unfounded, heres the link to the Washington Times Editorial that talks about this. If you don't believe what I write, then at least do your own research!
Oh, for those of you that are reading this, this same poster in his own blogg and here, claims to have posted a comment by a writer who is LDS and that our Tithing is being used to support Proposition 8. He obviously does not understand what Tithing is for. Tithing is for the building and maintenance of LDS buildings such as Temples, Chapels. Tithing is NOT used to support political activities such as Proposition 8, it never has and never will be! Sure I've heard my Bishop ask the congregation to donate to support Prop 8 either by using a tithing slip and indicate what it's for or donating on-line at the Support Prop 8 web site. The monies collected at church in a tithing envelope will be passed to those that are working on Prop 8.
So, if you don't want your tax dollars being used in the courts to fight for what is morally wrong, vote YES on Proposition 8 this November. Either way, your decision will be based on what you believe to be true and not on what someone else thinks you should vote.
One of the items in that list talks about the "Catholic Charities in Boston". This group was forced to end it's adoption program because they have refused to place children in a same-sex residence. This program is 103 years old and because Massachusetts courts enforced a law that says the Catholic Church of Boston cannot do this.
Also, a similar case happened here in California! and the poster that says that the law suites wont happen are happening. How can the Six Consequences If Proposition 8 Fails in California be false??
Just to prove that the claims are false and unfounded, heres the link to the Washington Times Editorial that talks about this. If you don't believe what I write, then at least do your own research!
Oh, for those of you that are reading this, this same poster in his own blogg and here, claims to have posted a comment by a writer who is LDS and that our Tithing is being used to support Proposition 8. He obviously does not understand what Tithing is for. Tithing is for the building and maintenance of LDS buildings such as Temples, Chapels. Tithing is NOT used to support political activities such as Proposition 8, it never has and never will be! Sure I've heard my Bishop ask the congregation to donate to support Prop 8 either by using a tithing slip and indicate what it's for or donating on-line at the Support Prop 8 web site. The monies collected at church in a tithing envelope will be passed to those that are working on Prop 8.
So, if you don't want your tax dollars being used in the courts to fight for what is morally wrong, vote YES on Proposition 8 this November. Either way, your decision will be based on what you believe to be true and not on what someone else thinks you should vote.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Six Consequences If Proposition 8 Fails in California
Here I am again promoting Proposition 8, the Protect Marriage Act here in California.
Have you ever heard the saying, something to the effect of that California is usually the first State to pass/fail something controversial, that what ever the outcome is in California, then the rest of the Nation follows? Well, consider the following if Proposition 8 fails in California, the following will most likely happen in the rest of the Nation:
1. Children in public schools will be taught that both traditional marriage and same-sex marriage are okay.
The California Education Code already requires that health education classes instruct children about marriage. (§51890)
Therefore, if the definition of marriage is changed, children will be taught that marriage is a relation between any two adults. There will be serious clashes between the secular school system and the right of parents to teach their children their own values and beliefs.
2. Churches will be sued if they refuse to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies in their religious buildings that are open to the public. Ask whether your pastor, priest, minister, bishop, or rabbi is ready to perform such marriages in your chapels and sanctuaries.
3. Religious adoption agencies will be challenged by government agencies to give up their long-held right to place children only in homes with both a mother and a father. Catholic Charities in Boston has already closed its doors because of the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts.
4. Religions that sponsor private schools and which provide housing for married students will be required to provide housing for same-sex couples, even if it runs counter to church doctrine, or lose tax exemptions and benefits.
5. Ministers who preach against same-sex marriages will be sued for hate speech and could be fined by the government. It has already happened in Canada, one of six countries that have legalized gay marriage.
6. It will cost you money. A change in the definition of marriage will bring a cascade of lawsuits. Even if courts eventually find in favor of a defender of traditional marriage (highly improbable given today’s activist judges), think of the money – your money, your church contributions – that will have to be spent on legal fees.
And think of all the unintended consequences that we cannot even foresee at this time. Where will it end? It’s your children, your grandchildren, your money, and your liberties. Lets work together to protect them.
1. Children in public schools will be taught that both traditional marriage and same-sex marriage are okay.
The California Education Code already requires that health education classes instruct children about marriage. (§51890)
Therefore, if the definition of marriage is changed, children will be taught that marriage is a relation between any two adults. There will be serious clashes between the secular school system and the right of parents to teach their children their own values and beliefs.
2. Churches will be sued if they refuse to allow same-sex marriage ceremonies in their religious buildings that are open to the public. Ask whether your pastor, priest, minister, bishop, or rabbi is ready to perform such marriages in your chapels and sanctuaries.
3. Religious adoption agencies will be challenged by government agencies to give up their long-held right to place children only in homes with both a mother and a father. Catholic Charities in Boston has already closed its doors because of the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts.
4. Religions that sponsor private schools and which provide housing for married students will be required to provide housing for same-sex couples, even if it runs counter to church doctrine, or lose tax exemptions and benefits.
5. Ministers who preach against same-sex marriages will be sued for hate speech and could be fined by the government. It has already happened in Canada, one of six countries that have legalized gay marriage.
6. It will cost you money. A change in the definition of marriage will bring a cascade of lawsuits. Even if courts eventually find in favor of a defender of traditional marriage (highly improbable given today’s activist judges), think of the money – your money, your church contributions – that will have to be spent on legal fees.
And think of all the unintended consequences that we cannot even foresee at this time. Where will it end? It’s your children, your grandchildren, your money, and your liberties. Lets work together to protect them.
I am for Proposition 8, the Protect Marriage Act. To find out more about this California Proposition, please see http://www.protectmarriage.com/.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
My buddy!
Since everyone seems to be posting pictures of the past, here's one of me with my son Kraig. It was taken in 1999 and Kraig is almost 1 year old. Back then I could always count on him meeting me at the door when I came home from work. I'd be lucky to get him to do that now!
Time flies don't it. Our families are growing up. Sometimes I get a little misty-eyed when I think about what the future holds for my children... College for everyone ad Kraig going on a mission. But all in all, I think we are still kids at heart.
And since I'm feeling nostalgic, here's one I know no one has ever seen before!
Yep! That's me on the far right on the day I entered the mission field, the California San Bernardino Mission. Prior to this, I spent 3 weeks at the MTC (Missionary Training Center) in Provo to learn the discussions. The rest of my mission pictures need to be scanned before the negatives fade on me.
I dare my readers to post a missionary picture like this (and you know who you are!).
Keep the faith!
If you havn't already, please sign this petition:
http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=10042&PID=17910101
Friday, August 8, 2008
Prop. 8 - California Marriage Amendment - Please sign the petition!
California Attorney General Jerry Brown just announced that
even if Californians pass the marriage amendment, he will not
apply it to the thousands of homosexual marriages that are taking
place right now.
Essentially, Brown says he will ignore the amendment and say
it doesn't apply retroactively!
This is on top of last week's outrage when Brown manipulated the
descriptive language of the amendment in a blatant attempt to
defeat the measure.
Homosexual activists like Jerry Brown are intent on destroying the
family. And the media is in full support!
Imagine if a conservative government official announced
that he was going to ignore a constitutional amendment...
or had manipulated an election ballot to favor conservative
ideals. The media would be calling for him to step down
immediately!
+ + Action Item: Tell Brown and the Pro-homosexual Activists,
"Enough of this Nonsense!"
A few days ago we launched a petition to stop Jerry Brown's latest
effort to destroy marriage. Please go to this link and sign the petition:
http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=10042&PID=17910101
Again... the media is ignoring this issue. They do not want politicians talking about marriage. What Brown has done these past two weeks should have created an uproar and his resignation, but the liberal media is giving him a free pass. Only you and I can stop this outrage! If this proposition does not pass,
then you can expect other states to follow California and allow even more
homosexual marriages.
It takes people like you to stand up and say NO!
Please sign the petition at:
http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=10042&PID=17910101 and have your
voice heard too! Thank you for your faithful support of Liberty Counsel, and your prayers on behalf of our nation.
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