May 6-8, 2016, R & R

May 26, 2016May 26, 2016
by dottietheadmin

The ministry is taking the summer to refresh and play with grandchildren so the R&R held May 6-8 was the last event until September. And what a delightful event it was!! There were 13 children laughing and playing.

Friday evening started off with a Taco Bar dinner and leisurely getting to know one another. Everyone was on their own until dinner on Saturday. When we arrived at Memorial Presbyterian Church for dinner there were several church members there to welcome the guests and visit with them during dinner.

After dinner the children discovered the church playground was unlocked. They were so excited but asked permission before going in. The ladies who had hosted the dinner were gracious enough to allow the children to work off some of that “Kid Energy”. It was fun watching them team up and become friends sharing and competing on the swings and overhead bars. It was so amazing watching the way they responded to their parents. Talk about well behaved children!! Something one doesn’t always see.

We were also blessed with a visiting Air Force chaplain. He was just finishing up his internship and agreed to attend the R&R in Chaplain Ginsburg’s place. He spent time visiting with each family, couple and WWAN team member in addition to playing with the children. Chaplain Davidson proved to be a personable compassionate person who is always welcome to join us.

As you can see from the pictures some of us got a head start getting into “Grandma Mode”.

Check out the “May, 2016, R & R” photo album. Follow us on FaceBook.

Day Event

Spa Day

May 12, 2016May 26, 2016
by dottietheadmin

May 6, 2016

5 soldiers enjoyed a beautiful and relaxing day in Fredericksburg on Friday, May 6. They arrived at 9:30 and had muffins, scones and coffee at either The Spa at The Inn on Barons Creek or Nature’s Spa at Fredericksburg Herb Farm. After their light breakfast they were pampered with an hour long massage, manicure or pedicure. Feeling refreshed, several set out shopping on Main while others took a look at some of the beautiful and historic churches in Fredericksburg. At 12:30, we all met for lunch at The Rathskeller where each soldier ordered a daily special followed by the world famous peach bread pudding!!!! It felt good after the big meal to stroll several blocks to the waiting van. It was a fun day for all!!!

A special thank you to the Rathskeller for donating the meals. Also to Stacy & Michelle for being their guides. See Photo Gallery Also follow us on FaceBook

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R & R

April 12, 2016January 9, 2017
by dottietheadmin

This R&R is open to Singles, Couples and Families.

Guests arrive Friday, May 5th and can check into their lodging after 3 pm. Between 5:30 and 7 pm will be a light dinner and orientation. Since this is an R&R there are no scheduled meetings, events, etc. It’s a time to relax and “do your own thing”. Optional meals will be provided on Saturday.

Anyone interested contact the WTB Chaplain’s office.

R & R

April 12, 2016
by dottietheadmin

This R&R is open to Singles, Couples and Families.

Guests arrive Friday, March 3rd and can check into their lodging after 3 pm. Between 5:30 and 7 pm will be a light dinner and orientation. Since this is an R&R there are no scheduled meetings, events, etc. It’s a time to relax and “do your own thing”. Optional meals will be provided on Saturday.

Anyone interested contact the WTB Chaplain’s office.

Couples Retreat – MOVED TO FEBRUARY

April 12, 2016December 7, 2016
by dottietheadmin

This is a couples only event. There will be Chaplain led counseling sessions during the weekend.

Participants will arrive in Fredericksburg, TX on Friday January 20. They can check into the hotel anytime after 3pm.

MORE DETAILS LATER!!

December R&R

April 12, 2016April 12, 2016
by dottietheadmin

This R&R is really geared toward families but is open to Singles, Couples and Families.

Guests arrive Friday, December 2 and can check into their lodging after 3 pm. Between 5:00 and 6:30 pm will be a light dinner and orientation then up to Main Street to watch the Lighted Christmas Parade. Since this is an R&R there are no scheduled meetings, events, etc. It’s a time to relax and “do your own thing”. There’s always something special going on in Fredericksburg. This weekend the Christmas Parade is Friday evening Information on 2015 parade. Saturday the Pioneer Museum has activities for children. There is ice skating in Market Platz all weekend. Optional meals will be provided on Saturday.

Anyone interested contact the WTB Chaplain’s office.

Happenings

March Couple’s Retreat

March 10, 2016March 10, 2016
by dottietheadmin

The retreat was held at Fredericksburg Inn and Suites, Fredericksburg, TX. This month was a couples only event which provided more ‘class time’ for attendees to share experiences and learn from each other as well as the chaplain.

Friday after enjoying the build your own sandwich and banana split bars everyone settled back to enjoy T.J. Smith entertain “with a little help from his friends”. T.J. is very good at impersonating voices-those are his ‘friends’. He is also very generous to donate his time and talent to entertain and visit with men and women who have given so much for this country.

Around 11:30am Saturday food started arriving for lunch. Those First Baptist’s really know how to eat!! They served some of the best smoked chicken I’ve ever had! On top of being delicious (everyone agreed) it was healthy! Ok, Ok, so healthy doesn’t exactly fit in the same sentence as pecan pie and brownies but DELICIOUS does. Anyway, about 3 pm class was over and couples were free to go on a date and practice some of the things they had been talking about the past two days.

We decided this was an ‘international’ R&R because there were attendees there from: Italy, Germany, Porto Rico, Guam and the U.S.

There are more photos in the Couple’s Retreat – March Album

Happenings

February, 2016, Family Retreat

February 22, 2016March 2, 2016
by dottietheadmin

Families came to Fredericksburg last weekend, 2/19-2/21, looking for some respite from their everyday military life.

They were greeted with smiles, hugs and huge welcomes Friday night. Seems they can’t get away from the chow line but this time it was for awesome homemade chili, hot dogs and all the trimmings followed by mountains of chocolate treats!! Then came BINGO!!! Then everyone went to their guest house or hotel for the night.

Saturday after a leisure morning, everyone met at Fredericksburg Brewing Co. for lunch then back to the Methodist Church for some counseling sessions with Chaplain Ginsburg. The kiddos were being cared for by Aloha Sitters while the adults were with the chaplain. During a break Lauren was surprised with a birthday cake complete with candles and singing. The chaplain told everyone to go have a fun ‘date night’ without the children. And they did!!

While here some went to the movie, the gun & knife show, trade days, National Museum of the Pacific, sat on the guest house porch and watched deer, slept – basically relaxed!! No, no one could do all of these things but they had a lot to choose from. Just a few comments from our guests:

“It’s so peaceful.” “Everything is so nice!” “Didn’t Know What to Expect” “Counseling was So Good”

GOD is so good to provide generous people in Fredericksburg willing to support Wounded Warriors at Nebo by donating their guest house, cooking, discounted tickets, volunteering, financially and prayers. Without you all these events would not happen. THANK YOU!!

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Happenings

Newsletter – Issue 12

January 26, 2016March 2, 2016
by dottietheadmin

This issue covers events hosted by the Ministry from August, 2015 through December, 2015. Download the pdf file Newsletter-Issue 12 and enjoy. Also feel free to share it with your friends. If your interested in getting involved or have questions please contact us.