Let’s Say Thanks
November 25, 2008 by Lillie
Let’s Say Thanks is a troop support program sponsored by Xerox. You can choose a card design created by a child, select a message or compose your own, and create the card online. Xerox distributes the cards to our troops through the military support organization Give2TheTroops®. If you want to send a card to a specific soldier, you can download your chosen design, write your message, and mail.
I wrote about Let’s Say Thanks a couple of years ago and thought it was time for a reminder. Thanksgiving is a good time to thank our troops, but every day is a day to say thanks.
You can also thank our troops by supporting them through other great organizations:
- Adopt-a-Chaplain—”a Christ-centered ministry that is dedicated to supporting our troops through the ministries of chaplains.”
- Soldiers’ Angels—”Through special projects, dedicated teams and individuals supporting our troops, we make a visible difference in the lives of our service members and their families.”
- AnySoldier.com—Military volunteers stationed in harm’s way distribute your packages and letters to troops who need them most.
As we count our blessings this Thanksgiving, let’s remember the freedom that comes through the sacrifices made by our military trooops and their families. And let’s say thanks!
Honoring Our Veterans
November 11, 2008 by Lillie
ALMIGHTY God, our heavenly Father, in whose hands are the living and the dead; We give thee thanks for all those thy servants who have offered their lives in the service of our country. Grant to them thy mercy and the light of thy presence, both now and ever. Stretch forth, we pray thee, thine almighty arm to strengthen and protect the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines of our country. Support them in the day of battle, and in the time of peace keep them safe from all evil; endue them with courage and loyalty; and grant that in all things they may serve without reproach; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Vote!
November 4, 2008 by Lillie
If you’re in the US and haven’t already voted, take the time to cast an informed, considered vote today. The right to vote is the most precious right we have, the right that guarantees all our other freedoms.
If you are a Christian, pray about your choices and vote your conscience. The people we choose for offices from President to local government will determine the way our country goes in the coming years. May we choose righteous leaders who will honor God and put the interests of the country above self-interest and the desire for power.
O GOD, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and light riseth up in darkness for the godly; Grant us, in all our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what thou wouldest have us to do as we cast our votes in this important election, that the Spirit of Wisdom may save us from all false choices, and that in thy light we may see light, and in thy straight path may not stumble; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
I’m grateful for the right to have my say in who leads our country, and I pray that voters will cast wise votes in accordance with God’s will.
I voted by mail, but my husband is heading for the polls tomorrow. He enjoys being in the midst of other people exercising their constitutional right to vote. If you’re voting in person, say a kind word to the poll workers. I served as an election judge for many elections, and it’s a difficult and thankless job—but one that’s absolutely essential in our democracy.
photo credit: kafka4prez
Patriot Day 2008
September 11, 2008 by Lillie
In Honor of Our Military Troops on Independence Day
July 4, 2008 by Lillie
Independence Day: God Bless the USA
July 4, 2008 by Lillie
Flag Day in the US
June 14, 2008 by Lillie
Memorial Day
May 26, 2008 by Lillie
ALMIGHTY God, our heavenly Father, in whose hands are the living and the dead; We give thee thanks for all those thy servants who have laid down their lives in the service of our country. Grant to them thy mercy and the light of thy presence, that the good work which thou hast begun in them may be perfected; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord. Amen.
Related Posts:
Memorial Day: In Memory of Those Who Gave Their Lives for Our Freedom
Memorial Day Videos
Veterans Day
A New Patriotic Tradition
Thank You: The Gratitude Campaign
December 15, 2007 by Lillie
As a follow-up to my post on Adopt-a-Chaplain, I wanted to mention another campaign to show support for our troops that requires no money and little effort.
The Gratitude Campaign encourages people to thank our troops when you see them in an airport or anywhere with a simple gesture - a sign that means “thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Most of us are somewhat uncomfortable approaching strangers, and verbal contact is sometimes awkward. However, by making this simple gesture, you can express your gratitude without the awkwardness of a personal encounter.
You don’t have to limit the sign to military troops. You can use it to thank anyone serving others.
Christmas is a time to recognize our many blessings and to thank those who bless our lives. Thank you to my friends and readers who make writing this blog so rewarding and fun.
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Veterans Day
November 11, 2007 by Lillie
Today is Veterans Day in the US, a day designated to honor all who have served our country in the military. All of us are deeply indebted to all the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who have risked - and often given - their lives to protect our freedoms.
Today we say, “Thank you!”
The video Remembering the Fallen tells the inspiring story of how one woman, an artist, is honoring our fallen soldiers.
If I die before you wake expresses in words, music, and pictures the commitment of soldiers throughout our country’s history: “There’s just some things worth fighting for. … It ain’t too high a price to pay if I die before you wake.”
God bless our veterans and those who serve today.
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