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You can also see the above video here: Included: Teen from the band gives Homily at Catholic Mass This video of several Masses on different occasions includes Bishop Tod Brown altering the words of the Mass, a lay youth minister giving a reflection as part of the homily, a strange reflection on beauty by a visiting priest, parishioners entering the sanctuary around the altar during the Liturgy of the Eucharist (and remaining in a standing position throughout the consecration), the routine alteration of the words of the Agnus Dei through song, Bishop Brown in the sanctuary with a costumed...

Well, somewhat disappointing turnout today in that we only had (actual count) 37 patriots turnout. We usually have 150-250 people. What’s even more disappointing was only one other Freepeer (Seenenuf from San Juan Capistrano) turned out. If there were any other I apologize for missing you. Of course we were well represented by the vets, especially VN vets. I don’t know why you feel guys need to volunteer for another tour of duty, but thanks from the bottom of my heart. Also, thanks to a couple of CCR’s , sorry didn’t get names or collages. Didn’t see any YR’s ,...

Reminder that a “Support the Troops rally” will take place in the city of Brea. 4Support Our Troops” Rally SO CA Saturday, July 2nd, 1 pm to 4 pm Intersection of Brea. & Imperial. (2 mi west of 57 fwy on Imperial), Brea, CA. Parking available on streets SW & SE of intersection or in large shopping center NW. http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1431255/posts In the past (2003) they/we have consistently pulled 150-250 people. This rally should be no different since they/I have had contact with various Rep. organizations including collage Reps., and vet groups. The mother of a Marine who has worked tirelessly...

Brea CA: 12 April, 2003 Cititizens walk to show their Thanks To The Troops. But Are Storm Clouds Threatening?

Click here for some photos from the 22 March rally in Brea CA: 22 March Brea Rally

Continuation of our rally every Sat and Sun. Brea and Imperial Hwy. Last week we folded into the Costa Mesa rally. But it rained and rained and rained. I was soaked to the bone and my wife caught a cold We will return to Brea this week until farther notice. Sat and Sun 10:00 AM to whenever. We have extra signs, however, your own signs looks better. Join us. We have people that come from Riverside, Long Beach, El Segundo and Canyon Country. Newbie to FR , still learning how to navigate this site. Aquakat SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

08 March, 2003 - Brea, California Citizens opposing the Brea Anti-War protestors are reinforced by members of the Orange County Chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America Brea Anti-War Protestors arrive Saturday to find "their" corner already occupied by citizens Supporting Our Troops and Commander In Chief.             Members of the Orange County Chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America were among the citizens that the Anti-War protestors found themselves opposing.  Major Bill Mimiaga, USMC (ret) is the President of Orange County Chapter 785 of the Vietnam Veterans of America. In addition to his role as chapter...

Anti-War Protestors put on an ugly face Saturday Afternoon - being pretty much confined to a single corner at the intersection of Brea and Imperial Hwy. Apparently, they don't like sharing the intersection with people who don't agree with them.

The seven defendants were charged at the end of a five-year investigation into the illegal shipping of sensitive weapons, including parts used in surface-to-air missiles and fighter aircraft, prosecutors revealed. All seven, including two people of Chinese origin, were based in the Los Angeles area and allegedly attempted to export parts for weapons such as the AIM-9 "Sidewinder" heat-seeking anti-aircraft missile to China. "The investigation ... was launched in 1998 to stem the illegal flow of military and defense equipment in and out of the United States," Assistant United States Attorney Mary Carter Andrues said in a statement. The...