Veteran's Outreach Ministries

By: Rebecca Hummer of Pura Vida Yoga & Physical Training in Maryland September marks Suicide Prevention Month, an important period dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. This initiative aims to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and provide resources to those in need. In conjunction with awareness efforts, integrating practices such as yoga and breathing exercises into daily routines can be beneficial for mental well-being and suicide prevention. Understanding Mental Health Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing how individuals handle stress, relate to others, and make decisions. Unfortunately, mental health issues often remain stigmatized, leading…

Sept 2 – Happy Labor Day! Sept 12 – VOM Meeting starting at 6pm. Regular meeting – all are welcome! 771 Woods Road, Bear, DE 19701 Sept 13 – 2nd Friday Celebration in North East, MD on Main Street – FREE 5-7pm. Live Music, Outdoor Vendors, Food, Shopping, Fun! For details visit www.NorthEastChamber.org Sept 13-14 – Elkton Fall Fest in Downtown Elkton (Main Street) – FREE Friday, 5:30-7:30 car show, music, and food vendors. Saturday, 10-7 for the main event! Contests, crafters, vendors, games, demonstrations, music, kid’s activities, more Sept 24 – VOM Veterans Roundtable Discussion 10am-2pm. Contact ThomasHogate@gmail.com for…

Days to Display the Flag September – November 2024 Labor Day – Sept 2 V-J Day, Japan signed surrender – Sept 2, 1945 Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance – Sept 11, half staff until sunset U.S. Constitution approved – Sept 17, 1787 Constitution and Citizenship Day – Sept 17 POW/MIA Recognition Day – Sept 20 Columbus Day (observed) – Oct 14 Navy Day – Oct 27 Signing of WWI Armistice – Nov 11, 1918 Veterans Day – Nov 11 Thanksgiving Day – Nov 28 And other days as may be proclaimed by the President of the…

Article by Scott C. Stevens, Pastor, Evangelist, and US Army Disabled Veteran I remember going into the military straight from High School into the Army in 1990. At that time I was in my last year of high school in beautiful, sunny Florida. I was a three sport athlete and top of my class, yet not good enough in either to get a scholarship. I was following a Path I thought was right, yet was very uncertain. I came from a single parent home and my mother was working two jobs to support us, so I knew if I wanted…