Commanders' Message

By the time you receive this newsletter, we as a Nation will have celebrated July 4^th Independence Day. Just a quick recap of Independence Day. On July 4^th, 1776, the United States of America proclaimed its independence from England by signing the Declaration of Independence. While the signing of the Declaration itself was not completed until August, the Fourth of July holiday is seen as the official anniversary of U.S. independence. I think this is 245 years as a Nation. Please take time to reflect on the many blessings we have as a Nation and Thank God for his blessings on us all.

Well, June and July have started off busy with our State Convention June 10, 11, & 12^th and the election of new Department Officers on to Legion College July 10^th - 11^th, where there will be training for many topics. I am sure there will be a lot of helpful information provided at Legion College. Hope to see some of you there.

From the Past, On July 4th, 2014, Post 52 hosted the Stand Up for America celebration with over 2000 folks in attendance.

I want to thank each member for your support of our Community, State, Nation, and the American Legion. The American Legion still leads the way in supporting our Veterans and their Families.

Well, June and July have started off busy with our State Convention June 10, 11, & 12^th and the election of new Department Officers on to Legion College July 10^th - 11^th, where there will be training for numerous topics. I am sure there will be a lot of helpful information provided at Legion College. Hope to see some of you there.

I want to encourage any Legionnaire to consider taking the American Legion Extension Course online. The American Legion's official training program for officers, members, Legion College applicants and those who want to expand their knowledge of the nation's largest veterans service organization is now available online. The American Legion Extension Institute has been rewritten, updated, streamlined, and enhanced with videos, digital photos, clickable links, a historical timeline, and additional features. To register and take the course, visit www.legion.org/alei. The program should take less than two hours to complete. There are six sections, with a quiz at the end, followed by a final exam. The sections closely follow the Legion's Four Pillars of service, including History & Organization; Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation; National Security; Americanism Children & Youth. Upon completion, a participant must pass a final online exam to receive a digital certificate of recognition; a lapel/cap pin will be delivered to those who complete the course successfully. The names of those who have passed will be recorded and indexed at The American Legion National Headquarters. Graduates will have the option to click a box upon completion to recognize their accomplishment on The American Legion national website: www.legion.org. The online course cost is $4.95 for members of The American Legion and Sons of The American Legion.

OK, I have said it, and I have heard it said, when are we going to have a little fun around the Post. Well, you have not gone unheard. Your leadership has heard you and is happy to say that we are planning a Family Day event Saturday, November 13^th, from 11 am to 3 pm. Yes, November is over three months / 90 days out, and it should give you time enough to mark your calendar and make plans to attend. The day will start with a Tribute to our Veterans and then Who is Invited -- Members, their spouses and siblings, and a Veteran who is not a member of the American Legion. There will be Food, Games, Door Prizes, Drawings, Music, and much more. So, make plans now to attend. The drawing will be for ALL PAID MEMBERS, their names will go in the pot, and three lucky members will win their dues back. So, you know what that means; 1) Good Odds of Winning 2) You Must have paid your dues to be entered. We will have a signup sheet going around to get a count of those planning to attend so we can prepare food accordingly.

For God & Country, Harvey Satterwhite, Commander Post 52

Chaplain's Corner - Hope in the Lord

"I say to myself, The LORD is my portion; therefore, I will wait for him. The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD." – Lamentations 3:24-26 (NIV)

The title of this book suggests various kinds of laments from the prophet Jeremiah. And verse after verse contains his sorrow, sufferings, and griefs. Such statements as, "This is why I weep and my eyes overflow with tears" (1:16) and "My groans are many and my heart is faint" (1:22). Have we ever been there? In the middle of the book is a powerful phrase amid darkness, "Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD'S great love we are not consumed for his compassions never fail" (3:21-22). Even when Jeremiah felt overwhelmed by all that was going on around him, he still had hope in the Lord. The Lord is more than enough for this prophet, and the Lord is more than enough for us too. The Lord is our true hope! Even when we are unfaithful, the Lord remains faithful. Let always remember the Lord's love, His goodness, and hope in Him until He returns. Wait for His salvation. Praying for all, those who are serving, who have served, and for the families represented. 

The Lord bless you and keep you all, Thomas Reid

Auxiliary Notes

I hope everyone is doing well. We want to congratulate Carolyn Donnelly for being elected Division 2 President for the Auxiliary and Linda Kerensky for being elected District 6 President. Our unit will be having a bake sale for the Chicken and Pork BBQ on July 16th. Please let me know if you can help.

Karen Nowell, President Auxiliary Unit 52

Annual Trailer Raffle

The drawing for this 5'x10' utility trailer will be on August 17th, 2021. So get your tickets in ASAP.

Chicken/Pork BBQ Plates

Post 52 will serve BBQ plate meals on:
Saturday, July 17^th, 11 am to 7 pm
The plates are $8.
Come for a great meal!