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Freeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel Thread ~ FATHER'S DAY ~ June 21, 2009
The Canteen Crew | June 20, 2009 | Serving the Best Troops and Vets in the WORLD!

Posted on 06/20/2009 4:59:59 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma


 



 

 

 


 


WHAT MAKES A DAD!



God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,
The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night,
The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle's flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it ... Dad.

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KEYWORDS: canteen; chaplain; fathersday; freepercanteen; military
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1 posted on 06/20/2009 5:00:00 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma
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Father's Day, 2007

A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America

On Father's Day, we reflect on the many ways that fathers contribute to the lives of their children with spoken words and unspoken kindness.

Fathers are one of the most important influences in the lives of children, and their unconditional love is an indispensable anchor of certainty and strength. By placing their family's well-being above their own, fathers provide children with an example of what it means to be a responsible person. Through unwavering devotion and daily sacrifice, fathers work to create an environment where children are protected and encouraged. Fathers instill in their children an understanding of right and wrong and help them to grow in confidence and character. These dedicated men strive to give their sons and daughters the necessary foundation to make good choices and lead lives of purpose.

On Father's Day and throughout the year, we honor the men who have taken on the great joy and responsibility of fatherhood, and we celebrate their extraordinary impact and influence. All Americans are especially grateful to the many fathers who are serving their country as members of the Armed Forces, and we lift them and their loved ones up in prayer.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, in accordance with a joint resolution of the Congress approved April 24, 1972, as amended (36 U.S.C. 109), do hereby proclaim June 17, 2007, as Father's Day. I encourage all Americans to express admiration and appreciation to fathers for their many contributions to our Nation's children. I direct the appropriate officials of the Government to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on this day. I also call upon State and local governments and citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.

GEORGE W. BUSH

2 posted on 06/20/2009 5:00:29 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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Onward Christian Soldiers



Dear God:
I ask that no Airman, Coast Guardsman,
Marine, Sailor, Soldier, Reservist, or National Guardsman
Feel alone or forgotten.



O Israel, hope in the Lord;
For with the Lord there is lovingkindness,
And with Him is abundant redemption.
And He will redeem Israel
From all his iniquities.

Psalm 130:7 & 8



Have a BLESSED Lord’s Day everyone, and a SPECIAL Thank You to all of our Dads and Granddads, both stateside and serving in our Military!

Dear God.
Tonight I'm thinking about my folks back home. Frequently I Avoid thinking about them, primarily because thinking about them pulls on my heartstrings. But seldom are they out of my thoughts. I re-read old letters, look at pictures with such regularity that I see fine details, and of course I count the days.

Lord, bless my loved ones and keep them in the hollow of your hand.

Amen.

3 posted on 06/20/2009 5:00:52 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: Brad's Gramma

Blessed Day.


4 posted on 06/20/2009 5:03:00 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country! What else needs said?)
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To: Brad's Gramma
Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

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Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God

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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

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God Bless Our Republic

Prayers going up


5 posted on 06/20/2009 5:05:36 PM PDT by HopeandGlory (Hey, Liberals . . . PC died on 9/11 . . . GET USED TO IT!!!)
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To: SandRat

And to you!!!!!!

Got your Honey-Do’s all done?

Are you ready to be treated like royalty tomorrow?

Happy Father’s Day, SandRat!!


6 posted on 06/20/2009 5:14:47 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: Brad's Gramma; xzins; bethelgrad; lightman; LiteKeeper; MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; ...
Please join us for Father's Day and Sunday Chapel






Please stop in and say a prayer of protection for the military.
Prayers from all denominations are needed.


           



Sunday Liberty starts after the Guest Military Chaplain's Service!

7 posted on 06/20/2009 5:15:05 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: HopeandGlory

Thank you!! Have a Blessed Lord’s Day!


8 posted on 06/20/2009 5:16:01 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: tubebender; glock rocks; Jim Robinson

Happy Father’s Day, Duuuudes!


9 posted on 06/20/2009 5:19:02 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: MoochPooch; Alouette; American Preservative; Yehuda; yonif; Tamar1973; richardtavor; USAF_TSgt; ...

Wishing all our Jewish troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
a peaceful and prosperous week.


10 posted on 06/20/2009 5:26:10 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: Brad's Gramma

Still a few odds-n-ends to do at Mrs.SR’s timing and supervision but for the most part yes.

Thank you.


11 posted on 06/20/2009 5:27:11 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country! What else needs said?)
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To: SandRat

If you have any strength left...would you like our address?

:)


12 posted on 06/20/2009 5:28:23 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: MoochPooch; Alouette; American Preservative; Yehuda; yonif; Tamar1973; richardtavor; USAF_TSgt; ...

He Who blessed our forefathers Abraham, Isaac and Jacob - may He bless the fighters of the Israel Defense Force, who stand guard over our land and the cities of our G-d from the border of the Lebanon to the desert of Egypt, and from the Great Sea unto the approach of the Aravah, on the land, in the air, and on the sea.

May HASHEM cause the enemies who rise up against us to be struck down before them. May the Holy One, Blessed is He, preserve and rescue our fighting men from every trouble and distress and from every plague and illness, and may He send blessing and success in their every endeavor.

May He lead our enemies under their sway and may He grant them salvation and crown them with victory. And may there be fulfilled for them the verse: For it is Hashem, your G-d, Who goes with you to battle your enemies for you to save you.

G-d bless and keep your children safe, Alouette.


13 posted on 06/20/2009 5:30:11 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: Brad's Gramma

LOL.. all that’s tp be followed by the l-o-n-g list for the 3 weeks that shes visiting her Mum is Mich. lol.


14 posted on 06/20/2009 5:30:33 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country! What else needs said?)
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To: Brad's Gramma
Thank you Gramma from Gocks only Weird FRiend. If Glock was my son I would whoop his butt cause my son is larger than he...
15 posted on 06/20/2009 5:30:52 PM PDT by tubebender (I just discovered where all my lost tag lines went...)
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To: SandRat

Oh no. And you said YES????????


16 posted on 06/20/2009 5:31:09 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: tubebender

Ya outta just do it......for the principle of it. ;)


17 posted on 06/20/2009 5:32:21 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (BG x 2)
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To: Brad's Gramma; MoJo2001; StarCMC; HiJinx; laurenmarlowe; AZamericonnie; beachn4fun; The Mayor; ...

Prayers for our troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
for a safe and peaceful week ahead.


18 posted on 06/20/2009 5:32:31 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: Brad's Gramma
Thanks, Grammie, for today's Father's Day and Sunday Chapel


19 posted on 06/20/2009 5:37:51 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: Brad's Gramma

There’s no other choice.


20 posted on 06/20/2009 5:37:56 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country! What else needs said?)
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