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Family Christmas R&R

October 8, 2022October 12, 2022
by dottietheadmin

This is a family (whether your family is you or you and your spouse or includes children) weekend in Fredericksburg, TX . The event is open to active duty wounded, injured and ill warriors in treatment and/or transition of all military branches. Attendance is limited to 15 families. Food will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo, Zion Lutheran Church, and the Catholic Daughters. Lodging provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo who will have reservations in participants name waiting for their arrival.

Couples will arrive in Fredericksburg on Friday afternoon, check into the Inn on Baron’s Creek after 3pm and later meet for dinner provided by Zion Lutheran Church. A lighted Christmas Parade will immediately follow dinner. Saturday there are no planned activities except for dinner at St. Joseph’s Hall which will be hosted by the Catholic Daughters. Guests are free to explore Fredericksburg or just hang out until dinner time.

This is a fun family weekend where guests can enjoy the Christmas activities in Fredericksburg. They will receive free access to many of the activities such as ice skating, Pioneer Museum, National Museum of the Pacific and more. Guests are invited to attend a local church of their choice (church worship times and location will be provided).

This is a time to relax and spend quality time with your family.

Detailed information will be provided when they check into the hotel.

To sign up contact your Unit Leadership or SRU Chaplain Alexander (503) 261-3757.

Identity, New Normal & Relationship Retreat for Singles

October 8, 2022October 12, 2022
by dottietheadmin

This weekend retreat for singles will be led by Chaplain Alex. He will help attendees to examine where they are in their live & career, how things have changed, where they want to be and steps to take to achieve their goal(s). They will also discuss social interaction & skills.

Food and lodging will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo.

Wounded Warriors at Nebo will make hotel reservations in each participant’s name. Participants will check into their lodging on Friday November 18 (after 3 pm) then gather for dinner at 6 pm. After dinner they will have their first session with Chaplain Alex. On Saturday training will be held in the Cypress Room at Fredericksburg Inn & Suites. Lunch will be at Hondo’s on Main after which they will be on their own until dinner at 5:30. The Chaplain will hold his final session Sunday morning.

Space is LIMITED to 15 participants so contact Chaplain Alex, (503) 261-3757, or your OIC or chaplain soon to sign up. You are eligible to attend if you are: single, assigned to the SRU, or equivalent for Marines, Air Force and Navy, are in treatment or transition.

Retreat

Couples In Relation 19-21 November 2021

November 27, 2021November 27, 2021
by dottietheadmin

Eight couples and Chaplain Alex from the Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. arrived in Fredericksburg Friday afternoon for a weekend of relaxing and with the Chaplain’s help, focusing on emotional awareness, reflection and growth of healthy relationships.

Everyone gathered at Hill Country Church for a delicious dinner with their first focus session to follow the meal. Church members volunteered to cook and serve the dinner while others were there to visit with the couples as they arrived and during the meal making them feel welcome and appreciated.

Saturday morning started with sessions 2 and 3 at the hotel followed by a break for lunch at Hondo’s on Main. Since couples were to spend the afternoon practicing what they had learned, they could set their own schedule for lunch.

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church hosted dinner Saturday evening. Couples were greeted with flowers for the ladies and individual photo which they were provided copies of to take with them. Volunteers served the delicious meal and made everyone feel welcome.

Sunday morning couples attended their last session. Prior to being dismissed, they received a devotional for couples and a box lunch. Some couples indicated they were going to explore Fredericksburg while others were headed back to San Antonio.

Follow this link https://wwnebo.org/photos to see photos of this event.

Many people worked together to make this weekend run smoothly and enjoyable for our guests. Thank you to all the volunteers from H.C. Church, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, members of the DAR, The Inn on Baron’s Creek, Clear River Ice Cream, Bakery & Deli, Hondo’s on Main, The Museum of the Pacific War, Fritztown Cinema, The Pioneer Museum and the Wounded Warriors at Nebo team. Thank you for the generosity of your time, discounts and donations. Hopefully we haven’t forgotten anyone however if we did, GOD knows who you are!!

SPA DAY

October 13, 2021
by dottietheadmin

This event is open to care providers of active duty warriors in the Soldier Recovery Unit. Due to Military COVID protocols, attendance is limited to 8 care providers.

Attendees will arrive in Fredericksburg, TX at 9:30 a.m. for a light snack and orientation at Clear River Ice Cream, Bakery & Deli. All attendees will be treated to a massage, manicure and pedicure. Lunch will be provided at West End Pizza. There should also be time to do a little exploring of Main Street shops before heading back to San Antonio and their warrior.

To sign up contact SRU Chaplain Alexander at (503) 261-3757

Christmas R&R

May 28, 2021October 13, 2021
by dottietheadmin

This is a family (whether your family is you or you and your spouse or includes children) weekend in Fredericksburg, TX . The event is open to active duty wounded, injured and ill warriors in treatment and/or transition. Attendance is limited to 15 families. Food and lodging will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo, Memorial Presbyterian Church, Nimitz Rotary Club and the Catholic Daughters.

Couples will arrive in Fredericksburg on Friday afternoon, check into the Inn on Baron’s Creek after 3pm and later meet for dinner provided by the Nimitz Rotary Club and Memorial Presbyterian Church. A lighted Christmas Parade will immediately follow dinner. Saturday there are no planned activities except for dinner at St. Joseph’s Hall which will be hosted by the Catholic Daughters. Guests are free to explore Fredericksburg or just hang out until dinner time.

This is a time to relax and spend quality time with your family.

Detailed information will be provided when they check into the hotel.

To sign up contact your Unit Leadership or SRU Chaplain Alexander (503) 261-3757.

Enchanted Rock Outing

April 27, 2021May 10, 2021
by dottietheadmin

Active duty military in treatment or transition at Fort Sam Houston will meet at a designated area on base, board a bus and travel to Enchanted Rock State Park for a day enjoying the out of doors. You can hike up or around (or both) Enchanted Rock, explore the cave, bird watch or just enjoy being in a beautiful place. Go to their website https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/enchanted-rock for more park information.

Breakfast items will be available upon arrival and lunch will be provided.

Interested parties should contact their squad leader for more details and/or to sign up. You may also contact CH Shannon (210) 219-6888

Day Event

Nimitz Golf Classic

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020
by dottietheadmin

On Friday, 11 September 2020, the Nimitz foundation hosted their annual Golf Classic. We were honored to be participants again this year. Eight (8) wounded warriors who love to golf were invited to play in the tournament as guests and one (1) to ride in the back seat of a WWII airplane. Some were medically retired and others active duty.

Most arrived on Thursday so they didn’t have to make the drive from San Antonio the morning of the tournament. They were treated to dinner at Hondo’s on Main and dessert at Clear River Ice Cream, Bakery & Deli who donated tickets for free ice cream.

Friday morning WWII airplanes flew over Boot Ranch ‘strafing’ the area where golfers were gathered waiting for the games to begin. One of the planes carried a former Ranger now living in San Antonio after being medically retired. Each of our golfers was placed with a foursome that welcomed them like old friends even providing a pointer or two along the way. In addition to playing golf there was an area to stop and shoot clay pigeons and another for shooting a crossbow. And lest anyone get hungry or thirsty, food & beverage stations were scattered throughout the golf course and beverage carts cruised the course. Admiral Nimitz and Senator Buckingham had their own golf cart and made it a point to stop and visit with golfers.

At the 19th hole celebration, it was obvious everyone had enjoyed the day. And to top it off, God blessed us with perfect weather. As if things couldn’t get better, there was a wounded warrior on each of the three winning teams. WHAT A DAY!!

While the guys were golfing, the families that had come with them were in Fredericksburg shopping, enjoying lunch at West End Pizza and also enjoying the beautiful cool weather.

Wounded Warriors at Nebo is grateful to the Nimitz Foundation for the opportunity to bring these brave young men out to the Hill Country for an incredible experience. Both Hondo’s on Main and West End Pizza worked with us to provide a fun safe dining experience in addition to donating some of the meals. And of course when you come to Fredericksburg you just have to indulge yourself at Clear River (who donated the ice cream and cookies). Thanks also go to The Inn on Baron’s Creek for the discounted rates!!

To view photos from this event click on “Photos” at top of page.

Christmas Parade and Festival of Lights

June 28, 2019October 17, 2019
by dottietheadmin

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. Admission to the Museum of the Pacific War, Pioneer Museum and Fritztown Cinema will be provided to those interested. Meals and lodging will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo. 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; Singles, Couples and Families. 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.

Marriage Retreat Weekend

June 28, 2019August 5, 2019
by dottietheadmin

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

New Chaplain

June 27, 2019
by dottietheadmin

Tuesday we had the pleasure of meeting and lunching with the new WTB chaplain in addition to Chaplain Thompson who is being deployed to Korea and Chaplain Assistant Cincotta who will be here to help Chaplain Shannon get acclimated to his new assignment. It has been a pleasure working with Chaplain Thompson. His passion for helping those in pain, both physical and emotional, was in inspiration to all involved. He will be missed.

However, we are looking forward to working with Chaplain Shannon who expressed a desire to continue with the Retreats, R&Rs, Couples in Crisis and Spiritual Fitness events that we organize and host. He is the fourth chaplain that Wounded Warriors at Nebo will have worked with since the ministry started in 2011. God has really blessed this ministry by sending chaplains who are willing to work with us to help the wounded, injured and ill and their families in whatever way we can.