First United Methodist Church of Lake Wales
Saturday, September 04, 2010

Military Service Care Packages

 
In thy care we are entrusting our boys and girls in the Services scattered throughout the entire world,
and we know that in thee they are finding their haven of hope.  Be with our leaders, O Lord; give them
wisdom to lead us to a spiritual victory, as well as a physical one.  And until that day, be with those at home
- strengthen them for whatever may lie ahead.  Be with our enemies, O Lord, and through the light of thy
divine grace, may they reconsecrate themselves to thy service as we are reconsecrating ourselves,
so all peoples of the world will sing in unison "Glory to God in the Highest," as only through thee
can we realize our hope for peace everlasting.  In Jesus' name I ask it.  Amen.
Quoted from Captain Eddie Rickenbacker's Prayers, Holman Christian Standard Bible,
Copyright 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 by Holman Bible Publishers
 
A veteran is someone who, at one point in his life wrote a blank check
made payable to 'The United States of America'
for an amount of 'up to and including my life.'
 
We honor and give thanks for all those who serve, have served or given their all for our country.
 
 
                 Our Military Family
 
U.S. Army                         U.S. Air Force                  
PVT Allen, Richard                LT Charney, Gary**            
SPC Gregg, Samuel              A1C Pagan,Benjamin
PFC Williams, Timothy T. 
SGT Higgins, James D.                      
PFC Crosland, Thomas F. ** 
SSG Turner, Patrick K.                                                         
PVT Vince, Sephra*  
PFC Gilbert, Nicholas
 
 U.S. Marine Corps            U.S. Navy
 LCpl Shank,Karsten              HM2 Griffith,Leon
 
  * Currently deployed
** Stationed Overseas
 
 
 
 
Our outreach to Military service men and women began in December of 2006.  Your extravagant generosity has allowed us to ship numerous care packages to them since its inception.  They enjoy hearing from people back home so please feel free to write them a letter or send them a card thanking them for their service to our country.  You may get their address from the office, from our monthly newsletter, or they are posted on the Military Service Members board in the hallway. 
Above all, we ask for your continued prayers that God will keep them safe and bring them safely back home to their families.
 
Suggested Items to Donate for Care Packages
Beef Jerky                                         Axe Body Wash for men                         Shampoo
Beef Summer Sausage                         Body Wash for women                           Conditioner
Pringles Potato Chips (All Flavors)        Gillette Mach 3 Razors and Blades            Shaving Cream
Canned Tuna (with pop-top lid)           Toothpaste                                            Energy Drinks
Tuna in the Pouch                               Mouthwash                                            Powdered Gator-Ade
Canned Cheese                                  Toothbrushes                                         Cookies                                          
Crackers                                            Axe Deodorant for men                           Energy Bars
Nutri-Grain Bars or Granola Bars           Deodorant for women      
Coffee                                               Body Spray for women
Flavored Coffee Creamer (dry)            CD's (Contemporary Christian, Rock, Country)
Peanut Butter or Cheese Crackers        DVD's (current or new release)
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups                  Stationery
Fruit cups                                           Blank Note Cards
V-8 Juice (small cans)                          Envelopes
Chewing Gum                                     AT&T Prepaid Phone Cards
Candy                                                
 
This list contains only suggestions.  We welcome any donations that will bring a smile to them.
 
Number of Care Packages Shipped as of 11/6/08:  68
Total Weight Shipped:  1145.215
Visit www.letssaythanks.com and send a FREE printed postcard to U.S. Military personnel stationed overseas, showing your support and appreciation for their service to our country.

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