Skip to comments.
FReeper Canteen ~ Happy St Patrick's Day! ~ 17 March 2024
Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !!
| The Canteen Crew
Posted on 03/17/2024 5:04:24 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
The FReeper Canteen Presents... St Patrick's Day
Canteen Mission Statement
Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before.
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17, his religious feast day and the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over a thousand years. On St. Patrick's Day, which falls during the Christian season of Lent, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. Lenten prohibitions against the consumption of meat were waived and people would dance, drink, and feast—on the traditional meal of Irish bacon and cabbage. Irish Rovers ~ When Irish Eyes Are Smiling Dominic Behan ~ Erin Go Bragh
Lisa Kelly ~ Carrickfergus Clancy Brother & Tommy Makem ~ Johnnie I Hardly Knew You The Dubliners ~ The Rocky Road To Dublin
Today, St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by people of all backgrounds in the United States, Canada, and Australia. Although North America is home to the largest productions, St. Patrick's Day has been celebrated in other locations far from Ireland, including Japan, Singapore, and Russia.
Loreena McKennitt ~ She Moved Through The Fair El McMeen ~ Danny Boy Bill Douglas ~ Irish Lullaby The Wolfe Tones ~ The Wearing Of The Green The Chieftains ~ An Gaoth Aneas
In modern-day Ireland, St. Patrick's Day has traditionally been a religious occasion. In fact, up until the 1970s, Irish laws mandated that pubs be closed on March 17. Beginning in 1995, however, the Irish government began a national campaign to use St. Patrick's Day as an opportunity to drive tourism and showcase Ireland to the rest of the world. Last year, close to one million people took part in Ireland 's St. Patrick's Festival in Dublin, a multi-day celebration featuring parades, concerts, outdoor theater productions, and fireworks shows.
Please remember that The Canteen is here to support and entertain our troops and their families, and is family friendly. |
|
|
TOPICS: Culture/Society; Extended News; Free Republic
KEYWORDS: canteen; military; stpatricksday; troopsupport
Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first 1-20, 21-40, 41-57 next last
To: Kathy in Alaska
2
posted on
03/17/2024 5:07:22 PM PDT
by
left that other site
("Salvation is of the LORD" (Prayer of St. Patrick) from Psalm 3:8)
To: Kathy in Alaska
I think we should plan a celebration when this dirt bag takes his well-deserved dirt nap.
3
posted on
03/17/2024 5:07:39 PM PDT
by
E. Pluribus Unum
(The worst thing about censorship is █████ ██ ████ ████████ █ ███████ ████. FJB.)
To: left that other site
Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...and a Happy St Patrick's Day. Did you have any special activities...singing, dining with family?
Did Tippy wear green?
4
posted on
03/17/2024 5:10:26 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: E. Pluribus Unum
Good evening, EPU... Now that appeals to me A LOT!! 😁
5
posted on
03/17/2024 5:12:02 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Mostly just hung out with Tippy Today.
Since she is a rascally Aussie, there’s some Irish Heritage there. LOL!
6
posted on
03/17/2024 5:13:03 PM PDT
by
left that other site
("Salvation is of the LORD" (Prayer of St. Patrick) from Psalm 3:8)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! This is one of my favorite days on the calendar.
I was taught by some very sweet and smart Irish nuns, first of all. One taught our class how to dance the jig, She was a wonderful lady!
Secondly, my husband’s father was born today, 100 years ago! He left us many years ago, but he was a great Dad. Still miss Pop!
So though I have little if any Irish DNA, I do have a bit of Irish “blood” in me. ;)
We’ve been listening to Irish music since about 4 pm, and going to watch “Waking Ned Devine” in a little bit.
7
posted on
03/17/2024 5:21:54 PM PDT
by
FamiliarFace
(I got my own way of livin' But everything gets done With a southern accent Where I come from. TPetty)
To: MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; 1stbn27; 2111USMC; 300winmag; 357 SIG; ...
~ Happy St Patrick's Day! ~
FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT
Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies' military
and the family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.
CLICK HERE TO FIND LATEST THREADS
CLICK FOR Current local times around the world
CLICK FOR local times in Seoul, Baghdad, Kabul,
New York, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Anchorage
To every service man or woman reading this thread.
Thank You for your service to our country.
No matter where you are stationed,
No matter what your job description
Know that we are are proud of each and everyone of you.
To our military readers, we remain steadfast
in keeping the Canteen doors open. The FR Canteen is Free Republic's longest running daily thread
specifically designed to provide entertainment and moral support for the military.
The doors have been open since Oct 7 2001,
the day of the start of the war in Afghanistan.
We are indebted to you for your sacrifices for our Freedom.
NOTE: CANTEEN MUSIC
Posted daily and on the Music Thread
for the enjoyment of our troops and visitors.
Click here for the latest weather, wind and radar.
8
posted on
03/17/2024 5:28:10 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
9
posted on
03/17/2024 5:29:14 PM PDT
by
lightman
(I am a binary Trinitarian. Deal with it!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
10
posted on
03/17/2024 5:30:47 PM PDT
by
jjotto
( Blessed are You LORD, who crushes enemies and subdues the wicked.)
To: left that other site
Since she is a rascally Aussie, there’s some Irish Heritage there. LOL!Too true!
Hope the weather allowed you 2 to get outside for some fun.
11
posted on
03/17/2024 5:33:25 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska; Phinneous
Today, St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by people of all backgrounds in the United States..."The Charitable Irish Society of Boston organized the first observance of Saint Patrick's Day in the Thirteen Colonies in 1737." (Wiki)
Now God seen some sinnin' and it gave Him pain
And He says, "Stand back, I'm going to make it rain!"
He says, "Hey, brother Noah, I'll tell you what to do --
Build me a floating zoo."
The Irish Rovers - The Unicorn Song
(2023)
😉 ☘️
12
posted on
03/17/2024 5:36:58 PM PDT
by
Ezekiel
(🆘️ "Come fly with US". 🔴 Ingenuity -- because the Son of David begins with MARS ♂️, aka every man)
To: Kathy in Alaska
March 18
“I AM”
God said to Moses, “I am who I am.”
Exodus 3:14Jack, a professor of philosophy and literature, had a brilliant mind. He’d declared himself an atheist at the age of fifteen and in adulthood adamantly defended his “atheistic faith.” Christian friends tried to persuade him. As Jack put it, “Everyone and everything had joined the other side.” But the Bible, he had to admit, was different from other literature and myths. About the Gospels he wrote: “If ever a myth had become fact, had been incarnated, it would be just like this.”
One Bible passage became most influential to Jack—Exodus 3. God was calling Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Moses asked God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” (v. 11). God responded, “I am who I am” (v. 14). This passage is a complex play on words and names but reflects God’s eternal presence from the beginning. Interestingly, later Jesus echoed the same when he said, “before Abraham was born, I am!” (John 8:58).
Jack, better known as C. S. Lewis, was deeply persuaded by this passage. This was all that the one true God should need to say—simply that He is the “I am.” In a life-changing moment, Lewis “gave in, and admitted God was God.” This was the beginning of a journey for Lewis toward accepting Jesus.
Perhaps we struggle with belief, as Lewis did, or maybe with a lukewarm faith. We might ask ourselves if God is truly the “I am” in our lives. .
Reflect & Pray
What does it mean to you to hear God say, “I am”? How might it influence your days ahead?
Dear God, I come to You in awe of who You are. You are the “I am” in my life, and there is no other.
13
posted on
03/17/2024 5:48:19 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Loving Father, help me find my fulfillment in You.)
To: Kathy in Alaska
This morning was miserable and rainy, but later on the sun came out and it was beautiful.
14
posted on
03/17/2024 5:51:27 PM PDT
by
left that other site
("Salvation is of the LORD" (Prayer of St. Patrick) from Psalm 3:8)
To: FamiliarFace
Good evening, FF...glad you are enjoying your St Patrick's Day. Love to watch the jigs. Enjoy your evening.
15
posted on
03/17/2024 6:29:09 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Thanks for tonight's Canteen thread, Kathy!Happy St. Pat's Day! 😁
16
posted on
03/17/2024 6:42:51 PM PDT
by
PROCON
(Sic Semper Tyrannis)
To: Kathy in Alaska
17
posted on
03/17/2024 6:53:14 PM PDT
by
fidelis
(Ecce Crucem Domini! Fugite partes adversae! Vicit Leo de tribu Juda, Radix David! Alleluia!)
To: lightman
Happy St Patrick's Day, lightman. Very interesting piece about St Patrick. Thanks.
18
posted on
03/17/2024 7:01:01 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
To: Kathy in Alaska; luvie; HiJinx; AZamericonnie; Jet Jaguar; SandRat; beachn4fun; laurenmarlowe; ...
Greetings to all at the Canteen!
To all our military men and women, past and present,
THANK YOU
for your service!
19
posted on
03/17/2024 7:05:43 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: jjotto
Happy St Patrick's Day, jjotto. Thanks for the tune. So many losing freedom all over the world, and at home as well.
20
posted on
03/17/2024 7:15:07 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first 1-20, 21-40, 41-57 next last
Disclaimer:
Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual
posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its
management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the
exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson