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Saturday, September 15, 2001
Memorial Service on National Day of Prayer and Remembrance [Source: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]  "May we go forward with our righteous convictions. May we walk in truth and in faith and in love. For if we will do so, we will be upheld and strengthened by the Lord: 'Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid'."-- (John 14:27) Church Donates Humanitarian Funds to Help Red Cross 12 September 2001 SALT LAKE CITY -- To assist the American Red Cross in its response to yesterday’s tragic attacks, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating $160,000. The money comes from generous contributions to the Church’s humanitarian relief fund. The Presiding Bishop of the Church, Bishop H. David Burton, said $150,000 will be given to the national office of the American Red Cross to assist with search and rescue work, emergency food and shelter, and other needs arising from the terrorist activities in New York, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. Another $10,000 contribution will go to the American Red Cross chapter in Salt Lake City to offset its costs in helping stranded travelers obtain food and shelter here. "All of our hearts ache and reach out to the victims of these tragedies," said Bishop Burton. "Latter-day Saints have been eager to do something to help, to ease the hurt. We believe using contributions that Church members are making to the Church humanitarian fund is a quick and effective way to get aid where it’s needed." Bishop Burton added, "We continue to express our appreciation and thanks for the many people who contribute to the humanitarian fund." "In this hour of sorrow, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints expresses profound sympathy to those whose loved ones, friends and associates were lost or injured in today’s senseless acts of violence. We offer our prayers in behalf of the innocent victims of these vicious attacks. We ask our Heavenly Father to guide President Bush and his advisors as they respond to these devastating incidents. "We join with others in prayers that the Savior’s peace and love will comfort and guide us all through this difficult time. "The resources of the Church will be made available to any relief agency requesting assistance." Friday, September 14, 2001
Motorola responds to disaster communications needs [Source: Motorola, Inc.]  As recovery efforts continue in the wake of this national tragedy, Motorola is continuing extensive around-the-clock efforts to globally expedite new shipments and meet numerous customer requests for emergency help to support police, fire, ambulance and other emergency services in the affected areas. Motorola business and logistic teams and manufacturing facilities worldwide will remain on full alert and will continue to give priority to public safety emergency orders as needed. To date, Motorola has delivered at least 36 truckloads of communications equipment to field teams and customers in the New York City area, Virginia and Maryland. Two planes carried Motorola equipment into the affected areas on Friday, September 14, 2001, and another two planes are scheduled for future deliveries. Three major communications systems have already been delivered, including a 900 MHz “trailer” radio system and an 800 MHz “trailer” radio system in New York City, and an 800 MHz “trailer” system that is being used at the plane crash site in Pennsylvania. These systems are similar to those used in the past for major sporting events. A fourth major system, an 800 MHz, 15-channel communications system, is now enroute to New York to provide back-up communications for emergency services. Motorola workers produced the system, which typically takes about three weeks to assemble, in 30 hours for shipment to the emergency areas. More than 5,800 portable radios, over 13,000 batteries and about 2,500 chargers have been delivered so far. Additionally, Motorola has delivered 700 Iridium satellite telephones to emergency agencies in the New York City area. Earlier this week, Motorola provided 1,000 cellular phones to a major insurance company for its policyholders in the affected areas. Motorola has also donated 10,000 iDEN multi-function phones to various federal, state and local government agencies, plus about 88,000 batteries, chargers and other accessories. Nextel will provide the phone service. The Motorola Foundation will donate $1 million in support of relief efforts, dispersed to: New York Police Department, Fire & Rescue; The Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (World Trade Center / Pentagon Fund); General Relief in New York; Abilities, Inc.; and Employee Match to the One Motorola Responds Fund. Thursday, September 13, 2001
Fireman's Prayer [Source: Unknown author]  When I'm called to duty, God, wherever flames may rage; Give me the strength to save some life Whatever be it's age. Help me embrace a little child Before its too late; Or save an older person from The horror of that fate. Enable me to be alert, and hear the weakest shout, And quickly and effeciently To put the fire out. I want to fill my calling and To give the best in me; To guard my every neighbor And protect their property. And if according to Your will I lose my life, Please bless with Your protective hand, My children and my wife. To make a donation to the NYC Police/Firefighters Widows and Children's Fund, please visit the Fallen Brothers web site at www.fallenbrothers.com or you can send your check or money order, made out to the New York Police & Fire Widows & Children's Benefit Fund. Ranieri & Company 50 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard Suite 500 Uniondale, NY 11553-3600 The New York Police & Fire Widows & Children's Benefit Fund, established by Rusty Staub in 1985, assists the families of over 500 New York City firefighters and police officers. The Fund provides $10,000 to surviving family members following a line of duty death and provides $1,500 a year to each family thereafter. This fund is in no way affiliated with Freq Of Nature. For more information you can contact the City of New York or the above mentioned Fallen Brothers web site. Tuesday, September 11, 2001
Nationwide, Blood Donors Heed the Call [Source: American Red Cross]  Within a half-hour of today's terrorist attacks, volunteers from around the country filed into American Red Cross blood centers and hospital blood banks. more... Red Cross Continues to Respond to National Crisis The American Red Cross responded immediately to today's disasters and continues to provide mass care and blood products in affected areas. The Red Cross activated its Aviation Incident Response (AIR) Team to respond in New York City, and trained disaster workers from the American Red Cross of Greater New York and the National Capital Chapter in Washington, D.C. are leading relief efforts in the affected areas. more... Los Angeles Chapter Prepares to Assist Grieving Families The American Red Cross Los Angeles Chapter has opened two "Family Assistance Centers" to provide comfort to the families of passengers involved in today's tragedy. more... To donate blood, please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit www.redcross.org for more information. Sunday, September 09, 2001
Air Force One cleared for landing at Ronald Reagan Presidential Library [Source: The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library]  (Simi Valley, Calif.) The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Foundation announced today that Air Force One (72-27000) has been cleared to land at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, CA. The aircraft, a Boeing 707, was used exclusively by Ronald Reagan during his eight years as the President of the United States. Other presidents who used the aircraft were Presidents Carter, Ford, Nixon, George W. Bush, Clinton and George H. W. Bush. "We are thrilled that this national treasure will be on public display at the Reagan Library and we will begin work immediately to create a permanent home that is a fitting and appropriate tribute to this awesome symbol of presidential power," said Mark Burson, executive director of the Foundation. 72-27000 is due to be retired by the Air Force at the end of September 2001. It had been used as the back-up Air Force One to the current Boeing 747 now used by President Bush. Shortly after it is formally retired, it will make its final flight to Southern California where it will be stored in a hangar until a permanent facility is completed on the grounds of the Reagan Library. Library officials announced plans to build a Museum of Presidential Travel with private funds that will showcase this magnificent aircraft. Inside this new museum, visitors will explore the history of how presidents have traveled throughout this nation and the world and trace the significant events that have surrounded the life of Air Force One and its Chief Executives. Complementing Air Force One will be Ronald Reagan’s Presidential Limousine. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Foundation is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that sustains the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, the Center for Public Affairs and the Presidential Learning Center. Located in Simi Valley, California the Library houses over 55 million pages of government documents and personal papers and the Museum is home to more than 100,000 artifacts chronicling the life and legacy of America’s 40th President. |