Veterans Day
Our country faces dire times. And, recently when speaking to veterans, many have shared their deep concerns for our country's future. These brave men and women were willing to give it all for our country to protect peace and freedom. Now they are facing a difficult level of discouragement and concern about what's happening and what may be ahead for our country.
That is why this Veterans Day is especially important this year. We need to show extra support and thanks to our nation's heroes. Let's remind them of the fact that there are still many Americans who appreciate them. There are also many people who are working hard to preserve and protect the USA.
Much like the modest veterans it honors, Veterans Day tends to quietly arrive and exit before the general public even takes note. Veterans Day is this Saturday, November 11.
With the inspiration and information held in this edition, we hope to equip you with ways to encourage the veterans in your path. This should be a priority for every American.
So many veterans are humble. They often say the real heroes are the "ones who didn't get to come back home." When veterans say that to us, we frequently try to reply with this affirmative fact: We believe that all of the men and women who were willing to risk their lives for the sake of our freedom and safety are heroes.
But as former President Ronald Reagan said so well, ”We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty. ”
We are passionate because our veterans urgently need our appreciation and encouragement. Post traumatic stress, depression, and suicides are on a tragic rise among veterans of all ages. In addition to professional help, every honorable veteran deserves our encouragement, appreciation, and prayers -which make a big difference! Most Americans want to encourage veterans, but they don't know how. We make it easy for busy families to honor heroes. And it warms our hearts to hear how much it means to veterans and their families.
This Veterans Day, do not let it go unnoticed. Do not let any veteran enter and exit your path without your acknowledgement. Thank them. Share a gift with them. Pray for them. (Join our prayer group at PrayingPals.org.)
Take time to thank them. And take time to thank God for them. Just do something!
God bless you,Carrie Stoelting and Stacie Stoelting HudzinskiSisters and founders of Unite the USA
That is why this Veterans Day is especially important this year. We need to show extra support and thanks to our nation's heroes. Let's remind them of the fact that there are still many Americans who appreciate them. There are also many people who are working hard to preserve and protect the USA.
Much like the modest veterans it honors, Veterans Day tends to quietly arrive and exit before the general public even takes note. Veterans Day is this Saturday, November 11.
With the inspiration and information held in this edition, we hope to equip you with ways to encourage the veterans in your path. This should be a priority for every American.
So many veterans are humble. They often say the real heroes are the "ones who didn't get to come back home." When veterans say that to us, we frequently try to reply with this affirmative fact: We believe that all of the men and women who were willing to risk their lives for the sake of our freedom and safety are heroes.
But as former President Ronald Reagan said so well, ”We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty. ”
We are passionate because our veterans urgently need our appreciation and encouragement. Post traumatic stress, depression, and suicides are on a tragic rise among veterans of all ages. In addition to professional help, every honorable veteran deserves our encouragement, appreciation, and prayers -which make a big difference! Most Americans want to encourage veterans, but they don't know how. We make it easy for busy families to honor heroes. And it warms our hearts to hear how much it means to veterans and their families.
This Veterans Day, do not let it go unnoticed. Do not let any veteran enter and exit your path without your acknowledgement. Thank them. Share a gift with them. Pray for them. (Join our prayer group at PrayingPals.org.)
Take time to thank them. And take time to thank God for them. Just do something!
God bless you,Carrie Stoelting and Stacie Stoelting HudzinskiSisters and founders of Unite the USA
A Perfect Song for Veterans Day
Here's a powerful song called "This Is America" sung by the Oak Ridge Boys. The song captures the meaning of serving our country.
We appreciate the Oaks for their heart for our nation's heroes and their work to honor them. Joe Bonsall, the tenor, is the son of WWII veterans Joseph and Lillie Bonsall. He has endorsed our work as well for which we are honored.
We appreciate the Oaks for their heart for our nation's heroes and their work to honor them. Joe Bonsall, the tenor, is the son of WWII veterans Joseph and Lillie Bonsall. He has endorsed our work as well for which we are honored.
Featured Bible Verse
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"He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be young shield and rampart." -Psalm 91:4
5 Ways to Honor Heroes
1. Check your local community's schedule for Veterans Day events. Attending an event honoring their service offers a great opportunity to honor and thank veterans in person.
2. Be sure to set aside time to thank our heroes. Thank them in person, on the phone, in a card, or through an e-mail.
3. If you have young children or grandchildren take time to teach them about our veterans. Make Veterans Day cards and send them to heroes in your community.
4. Don't forget our hospitalized heroes or elderly veterans in nursing homes. Send a colorful card, send a gift, or stop by and visit. Note: In God We Still Trust and Unite the USA make great gift ideas! :)
5. Invite a veteran to dinner, send a gift card to their favorite restaurant, or order/deliver a meal for them. Take him or a her a gift. Just do something to show that you care and that you are grateful for their service.
2. Be sure to set aside time to thank our heroes. Thank them in person, on the phone, in a card, or through an e-mail.
3. If you have young children or grandchildren take time to teach them about our veterans. Make Veterans Day cards and send them to heroes in your community.
4. Don't forget our hospitalized heroes or elderly veterans in nursing homes. Send a colorful card, send a gift, or stop by and visit. Note: In God We Still Trust and Unite the USA make great gift ideas! :)
5. Invite a veteran to dinner, send a gift card to their favorite restaurant, or order/deliver a meal for them. Take him or a her a gift. Just do something to show that you care and that you are grateful for their service.
The Best of President Reagan’s Remarks about Veterans
In celebration of the heroism, courage, and sacrifice of Veterans and their families, we bring you the Best of President Reagan's Remarks about Veterans.
Sending Pillows to Our Nation's Heroes
We are partnering with Project Pillows of One Touch Awakening. After the horrific living nightmares experienced by heroes who served in Afghanistan in particular, we feel strongly about reaching out in a way that helps them have reminders of our prayers when they sleep: Project Pillows of One Touch Awakening will send a pillow to a hero. It is a beautiful way to remind our heroes that we're praying for them and that America has not forgotten them. Send your loved one's name and address to us at info@unitetheusa.org and we will connect with Project Pillows who will send them a pillow.
Project Pillows volunteers are thankful for an opportunity to support our troops in a tangible way. We meet to assemble care packages, mindful of the difference these make when they arrive in the war zone.
“Every pillow I put into a box to mail, I sent a hug with it. The whole time I was working on these, I kept thinking we are packing these boxes and the next person who opens them will be a soldier who is fighting for our freedom.” – Becky, Project Pillows volunteer
Project Pillows volunteers are thankful for an opportunity to support our troops in a tangible way. We meet to assemble care packages, mindful of the difference these make when they arrive in the war zone.
“Every pillow I put into a box to mail, I sent a hug with it. The whole time I was working on these, I kept thinking we are packing these boxes and the next person who opens them will be a soldier who is fighting for our freedom.” – Becky, Project Pillows volunteer
Featured Quote
”We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty." -President Ronald Reagan
Unite the USA's Featured Veteran of the Month: Ed Freeman
Ed Freeman, Medal of Honor, Vietnam War