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Race Track Chaplaincy of America
February 2016
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A Message From the Executive Director
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Dear Friends and Family of RTCA,
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| Chaplain Craig N. Wiley Executive Director |
Thanks to you, the state of RTCA is strong! Our network of 30+ chaplains and councils is thriving and robust. How encouraging it is for me to observe our chaplains communicating with one another throughout the United States. They are sharing valuable information that can help track workers adjust to a new race track "home" for another meet on the road. These transitions for our horsemen and women are difficult and our Chaplains stand ready to help. It is also encouraging when a Council President calls to ask for assistance regarding an important issue. This is how the network of RTCA works across the country states and at the 30 Race Tracks where our Chaplains work as God's Ministers, meeting real needs and introducing people to the love of God as revealed in the person of Jesus Christ.
At our National Service Center in Lexington, Kentucky, my staff and I work to provide:
- professional development that includes a yearly Chaplain School
- benevolence funding to Chaplains and Councils who are in distress
- ministry resources and new ministry start-up assistance
- council accounts for ministry programs
- professional consultation and industry collaboration
- and much more!
Our goal is to strengthen our Chaplaincy network, much like the Apostle Paul did on his three mission trips around Asia Minor some 2000 years ago. We cannot do this without your help, prayerfully and financially. Thank you for your support in the dollars you contribute and the prayers you pray for Race Track Chaplaincy of America. God Bless! 
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Holiday Spotlight: Making a Difference
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Kentucky Race Track Chaplaincy Christmas Party
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Christmas time at the racetracks can be a very depressing season for many workers whose families are far away. While most people in the community are celebrating the season along with families and friends, they are alone and bored. Other workers are fortunate enough to have their families with them, spouse and children, but the high cost of living along with other financial responsibilities don't allow them to celebrate Christmas the way that many people do, with a special dinner and toys for their kids.
This is where Race Track Chaplaincy of America comes in...
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Christmas Pageant @ Turfway Park
Florence, KY
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Oaklawn Chapel Christmas Dinner
Oaklawn Park - Hot Springs, AR
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hat great blessings our people have experienced over the (holiday season)! More than 250 people attended the chaplaincy party and dinner at Turfway Park, hosted by Chaplain Doug Eldridge and a team of volunteers.
One of the highlights of this event every year is the Christmas program put on by the children."
~ Rich Gimmel, Executive Director-Kentucky Race Track Chaplaincy
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2016 RTCA Golf Tournament
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If you missed the chance for a relaxing, fun day playing golf last year...
You're not alone!
Unfortunately, the 2015 Golf Tournament was cancelled due to inclement weather. However, we are planning to have the
2016 Golf Tournament coming up in May or June! The date will be announced in the near future.
We will be playing at the University Club of Kentucky.
We hope you will join us for an enjoyable and relaxing day of golf and fellowship with other men and women of faith coming together to proclaim the saving grace of the Lord Jesus.
The following Sponsorship opportunities exist: hole sponsors, patron, bronze, silver and gold. To receive more information visit our website, send us an e-mail at [email protected] or just give us a call at (859) 410-7822.
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13th Annual White Horse Award Luncheon
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Held annually in conjunction with the
Breeder's Cup, the White Horse Award Luncheon is our premier event! The 2015 WHA was one of the
BEST EVER! and memorable for several reasons:
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The Breeder's Cup, and therefore the White Horse Awards Luncheon, was held in Lexington, KY, home of the RTCA National Office! The week-long festivities made the atmosphere of the city
ELECTRIC
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A group of well-deserving unsung heroes from the Horse Racing Industry and the RTCA community was honored for their service:
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Community Service
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Robert Clark (left)
Presented by Diana Elam - RTCA Board & Craig Wiley - Exec. Director
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White Horse Award
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| Eric Najduch (Center)Presented by John Shumaker - RTCA President & Craig Wiley - Executive Director |
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Ted Bassett
Former President - Keeneland
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FLAWLESS EXECUTION!!
With the exception of a minor technical glitch, the luncheon and ceremony went off without a hitch! Thanks to the grace of God and the efforts of the National Office staff, WHA Committee, and our media partners, we had an
amazing program with
RECORD ATTENDANCE!
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A "STAR-STUDDED" ATTENDANCE!
We were blessed with the presence of several members of the
"Who's Who"
of horse racing, as well as Lexington mayor Jim Gray and former KY Governor & First Lady Brereton and Libby Jones.
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Jim Gray
Mayor - Lexington, KY |
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Elliott Walden
President & CEO - WinStar Farm
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Craig Fravel
President - Breeder's Cup |
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Ahmed (left) & Justin Zayat
Owners, American Pharoah
With Elliott Walden
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Kenny Troutt - Owner of WinStar Farm
With Executive Director Craig Wiley |
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We are enthusiastically looking forward to the 2016 WHA in
Arcadia, California! Keep your eyes open for details to come, and in the meantime, check out the
BloodHorse article on the 2015 event!
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#GivingTuesday
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#GivingTuesday is a day dedicated to
Giving Back!
Thanks to everyone who supported RTCA on Dec. 1, 2015! We plan to participate again in 2016, so spread the word!
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National Conference & MORE!
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Craig Wiley & Chaplain John Shumaker with
Tampa Bay Downs Council
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| Kim Donaldson Account Manager |
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| Donna Horton Admin. Assistant |
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Coming up!
March 30 - April 3
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| RTCA Special Announcement at KTFMC Meeting |
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Meet our New
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Race Track Chaplaincy of America | (859) 410-7822 |
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Website
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