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Building Rock-Solid Resilience to Natural Hazards: The Church Edition
Le-Anne Roper
Christian Books & Bibles
Building Rock-Solid Resilience to Natural Hazards: The Church Edition
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Vulnerable countries and communities are living with the reality that despite the catastrophes of the past and present, the worst is yet to come. But there is hope! We have the power to respond and make positive changes. Building Rock-Solid Resilience to Natural Hazards is designed to help us to do just that. This edition was written primarily for the church but was also designed to be useful and applicable for individuals and entities seeking knowledge and clarity on this important issue. It is also a valuable resource for professionals working in the disaster risk management and climate change fields. This book carefully integrates Biblical precepts and principles with concepts from climate change, disaster risk management and environmental stewardship to strengthen the case and call for action. It was crafted for easy reading while still maintaining the integrity of the information.

Natural hazards are already intensifying and becoming more frequent. This book may yet empower and inspire those who read it to become more resilient. At least that is the hope.

Language
English
ISBN
978-976-96669-0-0
Dedication
Figures
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1 – Why Build Resilience in the Church?
What is the Church?
Defining and Understanding Resilience
Biblical Perspectives of Resilience
Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Chapter 2 – How Should the Church Approach Resilience Building?
A Principled Approach
Principle 1 – People First: People are the Focus
Principle 2 – No favouritism: Be Equitable
Principle 3 – Transparency: No secrets
Principle 4 – Realism: Don’t Bite off more than you can chew
Principle 5 – Open and Flexible: Avoid the Traditions Trap
Principle 6 – Communication: Say it loud, say it often, say it clear
Principle 7 – Participatory: All Voices Count
Principle 8 – Evidence-based Planning: Knowledge is Necessary
Principle 9 – Creation Counts: Stewarding the Environment
Principle 10 – Science is Sound: Use it, not abuse it
“Positioning” – The National and International Connection
National Plans
National Policies
National Laws
Think Global
Pictures – Charting the Path to the Future
Prioritising
Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Chapter 3 – What Resilience Measures Should the Church Pursue?
Formulating “Four-midable” Solutions
Stage 1: Empower People – Increase Knowledge and Understanding
Stage 2: Elaborate a Plan – Outline Measures to Reduce Risks
Stage 3: Execute – Do What is Planned
Stage 4: Evaluate Progress – Assess Efficacy of Action Taken
Applying the Biblical Lens
Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Chapter 4 – Who is Involved in Building Resilience?
Church Leaders
The Flock (Members)
The Community (Neighbours)
Social Operations
Special Considerations
External Support and Networking
Biblical Perspectives from Nehemiah
Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Chapter 5 – When Should Resilience Measures be Pursued?
Timing Takeaways from Joseph in Egypt
Lessons from the Good Samaritan
A Time to Reap
Managing Time
Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Chapter 6 – Is this the Conclusion of the Matter?
Peace in the Storm
Piece by Piece
Pray and Plod on!
Summary – Bringing it Home
Guiding Questions
Appendix 1: Guiding Questions for Further Deliberation
Reasons for Resilience
The Approach
Formulating Formidable Solutions
Stakeholders
Timing Considerations
Conclusion
Appendix 2: Questionnaire for Survey of Jamaican Churches
Bibliography
Endnotes
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