[Kathy in Alaska]

~ National Medal of Honor Day, March 25th ~

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[The Mayor]

March 25

Love God by Loving Others

Bible in a Year :

• Joshua 19–21
• Luke 2:25–52

Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.

Matthew 25:40

The Alba family experienced the rare occurrence of birthing two sets of identical twins just thirteen months apart. How did they juggle their parental responsibilities as well as their jobs? Their community of friends and family stepped in. Grandparents on both sides took a set of twins during the day so the parents could work and pay for health insurance. One company gave a year’s supply of diapers. The couple’s coworkers donated their personal sick days. “We couldn’t have done it without our community,” they agreed. In fact, during a live interview, the cohost removed her mic and ran after one renegade toddler, continuing the communal investment!

In Matthew 25:31–46, Jesus tells a parable to make the point that when we serve others, we serve God. After listing acts of service, including providing food to the hungry, drink to the thirsty, lodging for the homeless, clothes for the naked, and healing for the sick (vv. 35–36), Jesus concludes, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (v. 40).

Imagining Jesus as the ultimate recipient of our kindness is true motivation to serve in our neighborhoods, families, churches, and world. When He prompts us to sacrificially invest in the needs of others, we serve Him. When we love others, we love God. .

Reflect & Pray

How might you serve Jesus in your community today? How can you love God by loving others in your path?

Loving God, please open my eyes to the needs of others around me so I can help meet them and love You better.

[ansel12]

I had a friend in Minneapolis that was a MOH recipient but I can’t remember his name since we only called him Joker.

When I first met him one of the 4 of us in the house (an indian) pulled out a clipping he had on him, Joker had been with 5th group in Vietnam.

[PROCON]

Hi Kathy, thanks for tonight’s Canteen and for honoring Medal of Honor Day. Fascinating information.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[Bookshelf]

Is there a list somewhere of all recipients. I was informed once that there were three MOH recipients in my family —the second for action in WWII, New Guinea, the third for action in Korea. I would like to locate the name of the first.

[woodpusher]

I served under one Medal of Honor recipient. He was a most impressive officer. Below is the Citation for his Medal of Honor.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugene_B._Fluckey

RADM Eugene B. Fluckey

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of the U.S.S. Barb during her 11th war patrol along the east coast of China from 19 December 1944 to 15 February 1945. After sinking a large enemy ammunition ship and damaging additional tonnage during a running 2-hour night battle on 8 January, Comdr. Fluckey, in an exceptional feat of brilliant deduction and bold tracking on 25 January, located a concentration of more than 30 enemy ships in the lower reaches of Nankuan Chiang (Mamkwan Harbor). Fully aware that a safe retirement would necessitate an hour's run at full speed through the uncharted, mined, and rock-obstructed waters, he bravely ordered, "Battle station — torpedoes!" In a daring penetration of the heavy enemy screen, and riding in 5 fathoms [9 m] of water, he launched the Barb's last forward torpedoes at 3,000 yard [2.7 km] range. Quickly bringing the ship's stern tubes to bear, he turned loose 4 more torpedoes into the enemy, obtaining 8 direct hits on 6 of the main targets to explode a large ammunition ship and cause inestimable damage by the resultant flying shells and other pyrotechnics. Clearing the treacherous area at high speed, he brought the Barb through to safety and 4 days later sank a large Japanese freighter to complete a record of heroic combat achievement, reflecting the highest credit upon Comdr. Fluckey, his gallant officers and men, and the U.S. Naval Service.

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[luvie]

We simply canNOT honor them enough! 🇺🇸

[Seaplaner]

Thanks, this Veteran learned a few interesting things.

I do believe that many who deserved the honor either never had their valor discovered or had the honor kaboshed at some paperwork level.

After reading, and watching the Band of Brothers, for example, I'm not sure why Richard Winters was never accorded the honor.

[luvie]

Howdy Doooo, Early Birds!
Yep...really late. Had stuff to do. LOL!
Can you believe all the heroes who have been rewarded the MOH?
The bravest of the brave!
Hope all y'all have a Mahv'lus Monday
...and a Wonderful Week!
(((hugs)))