FReeper Canteen ~ 4th of July Message by Guest Military Chaplain ~ July 3 2005

nsamidsouth.navy.mil ^ | Chaplain Rob Beede

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Thoughts about God and Country

Our great nation has had an illustrious history coupled with a spiritual heritage. Below are some quotes from past American presidents speaking about the relationship they believed to exist between God and our country. Please consider their thoughts as we celebrate the birth of our United States on
July Fourth.

We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven. We have been preserved, these many years, in peace and prosperity. We have grown in numbers, wealth and power, as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious hand, which preserved us in peace, and multiplied and enriched and strengthened us…
— Abraham Lincoln

America was born a Christian nation. America was born to exemplify that devotion to the elements of righteousness, which are derived from the revelations of Holy Scriptures. Part of the destiny of Americans lies in their daily perusal of this great book of revelations. That if they would see America free and pure they will make their own spirits free and pure by this baptism of the Holy Spirit.
— Woodrow Wilson

Oh! Almighty and everlasting God, creator of Heaven, earth and the universe: Help me to be, to think, to act what is right, because it is right; make me truthful, honest and honorable in all things; make me intellectually honest for the sake of right and honor and without thought of reward to me. Give me the ability to be charitable, forgiving and patient with my fellow men -- help me to understand their motives and their shortcomings -- even as thou understandest mine! Amen, Amen, Amen.
— Harry Truman

We may reverently invoke and confidently expect the favor and help of Almighty God — that he will give to me wisdom, strength, and fidelity, and to our people a spirit of fraternity and a love of righteousness and peace.
— Benjamin Harrison

Happy 4th of July!

Chaplain Rob Beede

 

 

 

 

[SevenofNine]

Well Sunday UK Times is reporting Vlad is plan rememebr that story I told you about Russian cossack him bring back well he plan put these same cossacks on Southern border of Russia to curb terrorism on those towns

Also Sunday UK Times also reporting that Vlad try get into Vodka business now he want ALL Vodka and Beer companies in Russia be put in Kremlin control

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Mr S, for The Good Stuff

And thank you, SFC Webster Anderson, for your service to America.

[HRoarke]

Thank you all for your prayers the last few days. It has been a crushing blow to the families and loved ones of all of these brave men. The names were just recently released please add them to your prayers.

Erik Kristensen was my dear friend and brother and one of the finest human beings I've ever met. A warrior poet in the truest sense of the term.

SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team ONE, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Senior Chief Petty Officer Daniel R. Healy, 36, of Exeter, N.H.
Petty Officer 2nd Class James Suh, 28, of Deerfield Beach, Fla.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric S. Patton, 22, of Boulder City, Nev.

SEAL Team TEN, Little Creek, VA
Lt. Cmdr. Erik S. Kristensen, 33, of San Diego, Calif.
Lt. Michael M. McGreevy, Jr., 30, of Portville, N.Y.
Chief Petty Officer Jacques J. Fontan, 36, of New Orleans, La.
Petty Officer 1st Class Jeffery A. Lucas, 33, of Corbett, Ore.
Petty Officer 1st Class Jeffrey S. Taylor, 30, of Midway, W.Va.

160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, Hunter Army Airfield, GA
Maj. Stephen C. Reich, 34, of Washington Depot, Conn
Chief Warrant Officer Chris J. Scherkenbach, 40, of Jacksonville, Fla.
Chief Warrant Officer Corey J. Goodnature, 35, of Clarks Grove, Minn.
MSgt James W. Ponder III, 36, of Franklin, Tenn.
Sgt. 1st Class Marcus V. Muralles, 33, of Shelbyville, Ind.
Sgt. 1st Class Michael L. Russell, 31, of Stafford, Va.
SSgt. Shamus O. Goare, 29, of Danville, Ohio
Sgt. Kip A. Jacoby, 21, of Pompano Beach, Fla.

[SevenofNine]

Well another report off SUnday UK Telegraph maybe Dubya would budge a bit on Kydto treaty saying that if Europe does their part US promise do their part to a point that making Tony Blair not amused

[Kathy in Alaska]

[luvie]

Thanks for the Good Stuff! Amazing--that Kennedy got it, that we have to have a strong military. I think he would whack his baby brother across the head if he hear the vile stuff he now spews!

God bless Sgt. lst Class for his heroism under extreme conditions. I wasn't sure if he is still alive, but he is a great South Carolina hero, and I thank him for his service!

[luvie]

Wow! Just awesome, SA! Thank you for inspiring us and for your loving support of the troops! As the mom of a troop, I appreciate you so much!

[luvie]

Wow! Just awesome, SA! Thank you for inspiring us and for your loving support of the troops! As the mom of a troop, I appreciate you so much!

[luvie]

Love that graphic, Hope! Thanks! Thank your son for me!

[TASMANIANRED]

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Prayers for your friend, his family and all the families that have lost loved ones.

Some give all in defense of liberty.

Our existence as a nation and a free people is a direct result of the sacrifice of patriots through the generations.

A Grateful nation thanks them, and I am humbled by their sacrifice.

[since1868]

Great job. My prayers go out to all!

[luvie]

Dear Father--may these brave fallen heroes rest in peace in Your arms!
God bless and keep their loved ones as they greive over their loss.

[HiJinx]

Particularly touching, my FRiend...

[SevenofNine]

They getting out of control in Pakstien report off Sky news that Pakstien cops has busted Cathoic university library reason is that Muslum and Non Muslums were hang out at this library that tell me alot they are F*** backward

Also Sky news reporting Brit sources are claim that former Bosina War criminal Kardirtc might be hiding out in neighoring Montatgioa formerly of Bosnia Hervoaia

[Kathy in Alaska]

Posted by HRoarke............

Thank you all for your prayers the last few days. It has been a crushing blow to the families and loved ones of all of these brave men. The names were just recently released please add them to your prayers.

Erik Kristensen was my dear friend and brother and one of the finest human beings I've ever met. A warrior poet in the truest sense of the term.

SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team ONE, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Senior Chief Petty Officer Daniel R. Healy, 36, of Exeter, N.H.
Petty Officer 2nd Class James Suh, 28, of Deerfield Beach, Fla.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric S. Patton, 22, of Boulder City, Nev.

SEAL Team TEN, Little Creek, VA
Lt. Cmdr. Erik S. Kristensen, 33, of San Diego, Calif.
Lt. Michael M. McGreevy, Jr., 30, of Portville, N.Y.
Chief Petty Officer Jacques J. Fontan, 36, of New Orleans, La.
Petty Officer 1st Class Jeffery A. Lucas, 33, of Corbett, Ore.
Petty Officer 1st Class Jeffrey S. Taylor, 30, of Midway, W.Va.

160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, Hunter Army Airfield, GA
Maj. Stephen C. Reich, 34, of Washington Depot, Conn
Chief Warrant Officer Chris J. Scherkenbach, 40, of Jacksonville, Fla.
Chief Warrant Officer Corey J. Goodnature, 35, of Clarks Grove, Minn.
MSgt James W. Ponder III, 36, of Franklin, Tenn.
Sgt. 1st Class Marcus V. Muralles, 33, of Shelbyville, Ind.
Sgt. 1st Class Michael L. Russell, 31, of Stafford, Va.
SSgt. Shamus O. Goare, 29, of Danville, Ohio
Sgt. Kip A. Jacoby, 21, of Pompano Beach, Fla.

[luvie]

God bless the two of you with many more years!

[mylife]

God rest thier souls

[Army Air Corps]

Who needs the MSM when we have 7of9?

[Kathy in Alaska]

TAPS

SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team ONE, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
SEAL Team TEN, Little Creek, VA
160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, Hunter Army Airfield, GA

Amazing Grace

[luvie]

Thank you, HiJinx! I wish I could do more. I feel so inadequate in the face of what these families are going through!

How are you and Nana tonight? Looking for a visitor pretty soon? I haven't heard a word from her today--so guess she and Connie are running and playing...or maybe are on the previous thread! LOL!