What a time we've had here in Southeast Texas the last couple of weeks. Ahead of Hurricane Ike over 2 million people evacuated. After Ike over 2 Million were without power. In fact as of this morning almost 3 weeks later about 35,000 customers are still without electric power. According to a figure I saw the other day about 400 people are still unaccounted for.



I have also observed several things to take note of for the future as my community and I have gone through… Continue

While understanding where stress comes from will not of itself lead to recovery it will help place you on that path. I want to begin by looking at the types of stress as falling into four broad categories.



1) PHYSICAL STRESS- Physical stress results of course from physical factors affecting your body. Extreme heat, dehydration, having to run or climb are common examples. Also included would be any injuries or illnesses you might be recovering from. Obviously you likely will… Continue

I wrote this short prayer for everybody,



The First Responders Prayer

By Rev. Robert A. Crutchfield



Father in Heaven,

Please make me strong when others are weak, brave when others are afraid, and vigilant

when others are distracted by the chaos.

Provide comfort, and companionship to my family when I must be away.

Serve beside me and protect me, as I seek to protect others.

Amen



My own prayer is that you will honor me by praying this… Continue

My new chaplain website is up and running. There will be much more as time goes on. but you can already see the direction we're heading in. You can find us at:http://www.christ4responders.org. May our efforts soon bless those who serve us so well !

Rev. Crutchfield