Wounded Warriors at Nebo 1 Issue 8, September, 2014

Stacy at Chaplains’ Day Out

My Lucky Day

I was perusing the newspaper about six months ago and ran across an article about the

Wounded Warriors at Nebo (WWAN). I read the article because I was looking for a volun-

teer activity and interaction with wounded warriors seemed like a great fit for me. I must

also admit, I was curious about the name “Nebo”. I am so glad that article got my atten-

tion!!

I have now been involved with the planning and participation in R&R

weekends for several months and the experience has been wonderful.

Getting to know these warriors and their families has been a real bless-

ing to me. Watching these worthy heroes relax and enjoy the activities

that Fredericksburg can offer them is really wonderful.

I strongly encourage anyone interested to get involved in this great

ministry. The ladies on the board are some of the most passionate and

hard-working people I know. The rewards of working with them and

the wounded warriors are awesome.

Stacy Johnson

Since writing the above, Stacy has accepted the responsibility of planning and implementing

Day Events. Check out our blog or facebook page for photos and more details on these day

events.

Bravo Command Outing (8/22)

The company I worked for (many years ago) would issue challenges to see which depart-

ment could operate for a specified time with the least number of accidents or similar things

specific to our department and/or job. In addition to recognition, the winner received a

prize. Likewise, the WTB (Warrior Transition Battalion) challenges the companies (A, B &

C) periodically. Challenges involve several items relative to their jobs with specific criteria

for each. The company excelling in meeting the criteria are rewarded. Company B (Bravo)

was the winner earlier this year. They requested a day out at Lazy U Ranch. Everything

finally came together on Friday, August 22.

Sharon, Susan & I arrived at 8 a.m. to find some

wounded warriors, case workers and staff already

there setting up tables and ice chests full of wa-

ter. They helped us unload the donuts and other

breakfast snacks. All the time more people were

arriving. We ended up with approximately 60 in-

cluding spouses and children. Appointments pre-

vented many from attending.

There was fishing, bean bag toss, kayaking, chess,

scrabble, dominoes and other board games. Or one

could just relax, watch the water or watch the grass grow. Lt. Johansen encouraged all the

warriors to participate in several activities. He said at the end of the day everyone partici-

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Sharon Massey

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Dottie Pieper

Stacy Johnson

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Lucky Day 1

Bravo Company 1 & 2

WWAN is local 2

Chaplain’s Day Out 2

Photographer 3

Archery 3

Note of Thanks 3

Fishing Tournament 3

Card Classes 4

West End Pizza 4

Calendar of Events 4

Newsletter Contributers

Stacy Johnson

Dottie Pieper

Susan Quindry

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pating in 5 activities would be put in a drawing for a prize to be announced at the time of

the drawing. (One night's lodging in Fredericksburg donated by WWAN.)

The WWAN Team loaded up and left about 2PM and the party was still going strong.

Chaplains’ Day Out (9/5)

Have you ever heard of Compassion Fatigue? We had not until Chaplain Ginsburg explained to us that chaplains, who

are on duty 24/7 ministering to the sick, wounded, troubled, etc. reach a saturation point just like anyone else. Therefore,

with Chaplain Ginsburg’s help we arranged a “day of play” at Craig Russell’s Lazy U Ranch on Friday, September 5.

Thirty one chaplains and family members attended.

The quiet outdoors nestled near Lake

Placid not only enabled some to sit quiet-

ly by the water and catch up on reading

scripture but also enabled some to kayak

and swim on that lazy stream of wa-

ter. Others enjoyed archery, washers, ball

toss, chess, scrabble and just plain visit-

ing. Lunch was provided by Seguin First

Baptist Church.

WWAN is a local faith based ministry located in Fredericksburg, Texas. We are not associated with the

Wounded Warrior Project or other wounded warrior organizations. We are an all volunteer organization

totally supported by donations. At times we interface with others such as Operation Home Front to meet

specific needs. Although we are under the auspices of the Methodist Church, the ministry has become

ecumenical. GOD’S people doing GOD’s work!! It doesn’t get any better than that.

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Eric & Arin Smith.

Dian Stai

Stacy Draper

American Bank of Texas

Kustom Klean Car Wash

Immel Motors

Judy's Liquors

Hartcraft ltd.

NAPA Auto Supply

Hill Top Cafe

Kenneth Priess Construction

Paulette Moser

Brent Waldoch

Michael Porter & Mary Batten

Herbort Auto Supply

Schatter Funeral Home

Hill Country Pump

Weinhimer General Store

Boy Scouts Troop # 135

Weinheimer General Store

Wayne Alberthal

Stan Swindle

Steven Alberthal

Chris Burrelleson

Dale Land

Cletus Grona

RC Cantu

Chase Mier

Donnie Hancock

Dusty Trimuar

Pedernales Brewing Company

Fritztown Bass Club

Pedernales Brewing Co.

Nimtz Museum

Frost Bank

Fredericksburg Pie Co

Amish Market

Friends of WEPC

Fredericksburg Inn & Suites

Grape Creek Vineyards

Bejas

Angel’s Lodge

Habedashery

Ramona Castner

Opa’s

Presiption Lab

Ben E. Keith

Madyln’s

4.0 Cellars

Spa in the ity

Fredericksburg Winery

Chocolat

Pam Perrin

Lukenbach

Melissa Hughes

Inside Story

Texas Vineyards & Beyond

Dr. Schmidt

Dr. Lindsey

Sutherlands

Michele Fuege, Mane Attrac-

tion

Jabberwocky

Vapolicious

Sharon Johnson

Ranch Road Roasters

Ponotoc Vineyards

Joju Bakery

Hilmy Cellars

K1 O’Neal

Artisans at Rocky Hill

Becker Vineyard

Anonymous in honor of Par-

ents who both flew in WWII

in Army Air Force

WWAN is grateful to the following Individuals, Organizations and Businesses who donated time, money

and merchandise for gifts and to be raffled at the American Heroes Fishing Tournament and the West End

Pizza fund raiser.

Thank You for your continued support.

The Halverson Benediction

You go nowhere by accident. Wherever

you go, God is sending you. Wherever

you are, God has put you there.

He has a purpose in your being there.

Christ Who indwells you has something

He wants to do through you where you

are Believe this and go in His grace and

love and power.

Rev. Richard C. Halverson (1916-1995)

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Card Classes

Although the ministry took a vacation from R&R weekends and Day Events between May and September, card classes at

WFSC continued twice a month. Attendance was rather sparse at time but that didn’t stop us from making some fun and

pretty cards.

After class we have a light lunch and pass out cookies to all military personnel in the WFSC and Marine facility. I just wish

the ladies of the DAR Ephraim Andrews Chapter Fredericksburg, TX could see the soldiers’ faces light up when we tell

them the cookies are home made!! Many who initially refused will take one with a wonderful smile. THANK YOU LA-

DIES!! Incidentally, these ladies have been providing cookies twice a month for a year now and have asked to continue.

West End Pizza Fund Raiser (9/28)

The generosity of the people and businesses in this community never ceases to

amaze me. West End Pizza, for the second year in a row, organized and hosted a

fund raiser for WWAN. They had numerous items donated by local businesses to

be raffled off, tee shirts for sale and their delicious never ending pizza by dona-

tion. All proceeds going to the ministry. There was live entertainment and a sur-

prise visit from Ms. Texas who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. GOD was

definitely there. He brought a young couple (he’s a wounded warrior) to Freder-

icksburg to celebrate her birthday. Having never heard of the ministry they

thought it a scam. When Sharon told them about WWAN they became very excit-

ed because they plan to move to Houston area and start an equestrian therapy pro-

gram for veterans. Coincidence? I don’t think so!! Thank you Hal and Janet De-

genhardt and all the businesses donating prizes and EVERYONE attending!!

Date Special Event # of Guests

October 17-19 R & R Weekend in Fredericksburg 30

October 18 Best Fest in Fredericksburg 30

November 14-16 R & R Weekend in Fredericksburg 30

December 5-7 Family Retreat in Fredericksburg 15-20 families

January 16-18 Couples Retreat in Fredericksburg 15

February 27-March 1 R & R Weekend in Fredericksburg 30

March 20-22 R & R Weekend in Fredericksburg 30

March-Tentative Fishing 10-12

April 24-26 R & R Weekend in Fredericksburg 30

April 25 Wild Flower Run 15

May 1-3 Forgiveness Retreat in Fredericksburg 15-20

Pictures from all events can be viewed at www.facebook.com/ww.nebo

Contacts: Sharon Massey: Phone: 830 456-3697 sharonmassey@outlook.com

Dottie Pieper: Phone: 830 992-1329 glass4art@yahoo.com

Sharon, Dottie, Ms. TX & Janet

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Photographers Needed

We are looking for some people who enjoy taking pictures of people enjoying themselves. Someone who is willing to

attend WWAN events and take photos to be posted on facebook, our blog, etc. If you are interested, contact Dottie Pie-

per, (830) 992-1329 or Sharon Massey, (830) 456-3697.

Archery Tournament (9/20)

Dustin Jones recruited seven soldiers and his son Justin to come to Fredericksburg on Saturday September 20th for an

archery tournament sponsored by the Fredericksburg Archery Club. The

group enjoyed an evening BBQ and spent the night at Karl and Mary

Ranslaben's " White House." Several went for a night drive after dinner

and were treated to seeing some good wildlife. After a big breakfast Sun-

day morning, they went to the Kowert Ranch to participate in a 3D archery

tourney- for some their first competition. Dustin said it was a "great bunch

of people" and a "very laid back and fun tournament." He said it was per-

fect for the newbies. David Feller, archery club president, waived the en-

try fee and the club also treated the group to lunch afterwards. We had

given them money for lunch, so Dustin decided to donate that money back

to the club in the form of raffle tickets. Several of the soldiers won prizes-

that is a win-win-win scenario!!!!

Dustin has a giving spirit. He works with wounded warriors helping them

adjust to their new normal and reintegration. The warriors respond to him

because he's one of them and he won't take no for an answer. Keep up the

good work Dustin!!

Note of Thanks

It’s always nice getting notes of gratitude from ‘our’ wounded warriors. Notes like the following one remind us why we

do this. “We appreciate everything you have done for our family. We felt so peaceful and so relaxed with the warmness

of your hospitality. . . .This getaway meant lot to my family and me. God bless you all and thank you all for being so

kind and generous. . . .Sincerely, Jasmine, Johathan, Johathan Jr. and Jesenia Alvarez.”

Fishing Tournament (9/27)

It was drizzling and overcast but that didn't deter the wounded warriors that arrived at

Jenschke's lake on Saturday. This is the second year the Fritztown Bass Club has hosted a

fishing tournament at the lake for wounded warriors. When they arrived they were pre-

sented with gift bags full of lures, hooks and other fishing "stuff". After snacking on do-

nuts and kolaches they headed for the boats and serious fishing. Supposedly it was great

weather for fishing but someone forgot to let the fish know. Several were caught but noth-

ing over two pounds. That certainly didn't keep everyone from having fun. After several

hours on the water the fish were weighed in (for trophies) and lunch was served. Boy

Scout Troop 135 provided lunch (this was their second year also). After lunch there were

drawings for lots of gifts then our warriors had to load up and head back to Fort Sam. Fun

Day. Thank You Fritztown Bass Club and Troop 135 for your generosity!!