Christmas Parade and Festival of Lights

This is a weekend where guests can do as much or as little as they wish. They arrive Friday afternoon and check into their lodging then meet for an early dinner. Immediately following dinner everyone gathers on Main Street to watch the lighted parade. After the parade those who wish may go to the after party, ice skating or just stroll main street enjoying the Christmas decorations. Saturday they are on their own to explore the town and/or surrounding area, enjoy special events going on that weekend or just hang out. Meals will be provided. Admission to the Museum of the Pacific War, Pioneer Museum and Fritztown Cinema will be provided to those interested. Check out from accommodations is 11 a.m. A list of churches will be provided so guests can attend prior to returning to San Antonio if they wish.

Sign up is through the WTB Chaplain’s office who will post a signup sheet about 2 weeks prior to the event. This event is for wounded, injured and ill and their family or care provider. Family is defined as a Warrior, his/her spouse and children up to 18 yrs old living at home. Cadre and staff are not eligible for this event unless required as a care provider. Questions may be directed to the Chaplain’s office.

Specific details regarding lodging, meal times & location, etc will be provided to guests at a later date.

Spiritual Fitness

Participants will arrive at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area north of Fredericksburg with Chaplain Shannon for a day exploring the area and enjoying a lunch in Fredericksburg. This will be a day of both spiritual and physical fitness. It maye be hot so bring plenty of water.

Strong Bonds Training for Single Soldiers

This event is for Single Military Personnel in treatment or transition. It is designed to provide insight to using discernment in relationships. Chaplain Shannon is organizing and will be leading the class. Space is limited so contact the WTB Chaplain’s office for more information and to reserve your seat. Lunch will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo.

Marriage Retreat Weekend

This is a weekend where Couples receive counseling from the WTB Chaplain and guest speakers. The intent is to show couples how to identify potential problems and ways to address them. They arrive Friday afternoon and check into their lodging then meet for dinner and their first counseling session at a church. Saturday there are two or three counseling sessions then they are on their own to explore the town and/or surrounding area, enjoy special events going on that weekend or just hang out. Meals will be provided. Child care is provided during counseling sessions. Admission to the Museum of the Pacific War, Pioneer Museum and Fritztown Cinema will be provided to those interested. Check out from accommodations is 11 a.m. A list of churches will be provided so guests can attend prior to returning to San Antonio if they wish.

Sign up is through the WTB Chaplain’s office who will post a signup sheet about 2 weeks prior to the event. This event is for wounded, injured and ill and their family or care provider. Family is defined as a Warrior, his/her spouse and children between the ages of infant to 18 yrs old living at home. Cadre and staff are not eligible for this event unless required as a care provider. Questions may be directed to the Chaplain’s office.

Specific details regarding lodging, meal times & location, etc will be provided to guests at a later date.

Happenings

August 6th Card Making Class

We had 7 people join us for card making at WFSC (Warrior Family Support Center) last Tuesday. We were having so much fun that Sharon & I both forgot to take pictures during the class. Thankfully we have the samples so can share them so you can see what everyone made.

After the class we enjoyed a yummy Gooey Butter Cake made by a volunteer in Fredericksburg. If you are in the area next Tuesday, August 20 come join us. The class starts at 10am and is usually over between 11:30am and 12:00pm. Jackie and Jan will be teaching and of course there will be a really good dessert.

Day Event

Marines in Seguin

June 14th started bright and early for Jackie, Dottie & Sharon as they were joining Marines from the Marine Annex, Fort Sam Houston at the Lazy U Ranch in Seguin for their town hall meeting. We arrived about 9 a.m. and were greeted by Brandon, our POC and several others who took the peach cobblers (still warm) to the kitchen area for us while we joined other marines and their families in the pavilion just as the meeting began. We were one of several organizations who had been invited to address the families letting them know what our organizations do and how they can participate. After the presentations everyone disbursed to enjoy being outdoors and some of the many activities available. We provided lunch from Bill Millers BBQ with dessert of fresh peach cobbler from Clear River Pecan Co., Fredericksburg. Of course there was ice cream for the warm cobbler. It was a beautiful day to be outside with just enough breeze to keep from being hot. In addition to fishing and canoeing there was archery complete with an instructor, board games and miscellaneous other games to keep everyone busy & involved. Fun day with good people.

Photos from the event can be viewed in the album “Marines in Seguin” by clicking on photos at the top of the page.

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Family Retreat in Fredericksburg

This retreat will feature counseling classes for the couples. While the couples are with the chaplain the children will be involved in their own activities. Families will be reunited after the counseling classes for meals and some free time to enjoy Fredericksburg, attend movies, tour galleries, etc.

The retreat begins Friday evening with dinner, orientation and a short session with the chaplain. There will be several sessions for the couples Saturday after which they will enjoy a family dinner at one of the Fredericksburg churches. There is usually one session Sunday morning then the families are free to enjoy Fredericksburg or head home.

Card Making at WFSC

Join us in the Craft Room at WFSC at 1000 and make a couple of greeting cards to take home with you. The class is open to anyone but limited to 10 people. Whether you have never made a card or are an “old timer”, it’s fun and relaxing – a great way to focus on something other than appointments, etc., and there is always a dessert at the end. There is a signup sheet in the common area at WFSC but you can just show up and join the fun and fellowship.

Hope to see you there- Bring a friend.

Card Making at WFSC

Hope to see you there- Bring a friend.

Refresh Family Day

This event is for Cadre and their families. It will be held at the Fort Sam Houston Aquatic Center. This is a day the families can relax and play together. The chaplain will also share some tips for handling the job related stress. Lunch will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo. Space is limited so contact the WTB Chaplain’s office to sign up for this fun day.