General Orders Newsletter #4
November 2021
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MONTHLY ZOOM MEETING
Thursday, November 18th
8 PM EST / 5 PM PST
All Members Welcome
Meeting Code - 2020
Call in via telephone: 1-929-436-2866
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National President
Colleen Orfanello
Dear members,
I was honored to be the MOPHA representative in Arlington last week. The privilege of honoring our nation's Heroes during Veterans Day was the highlight of my year. I hope that each of you will enjoy the slide-show presentation and vicariously witness this most amazing experience through my eyes.
It is the month to be "THANKFUL" so I would like to extend a huge ""THANK YOU" to Colorado's Chapter 375 for sponsoring the Wreath laid at the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington. Photographs of the wreaths will in the slideshow.
Many of us participated in Veterans day activities across the Country and we look forward to hearing about your projects during this month's zoom meeting. I am grateful to all of you for continuing our mission of serving Veterans in need.
On this month's Zoom meeting, we will be sharing information about many exciting things such as the upcoming MOPHA virtual Raffle, Pearl Harbor Activities, Our MOPHA Store (that is taking a little longer than expected), available grant funding, and we will also be sharing stories of gratitude and thankfulness.
I'm looking forward to virtually visiting with all of you this Thursday. In the tradition of the "Bee" theme, let's showcase how our members are "BEEing THANKFUL!"
Colleen
504-296-5022
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National Senior Vice President
Kay Jo Baucom
Kay Jo will be participating in the Pearl Harbor Parade embarking from the Hale Koa hotel on December 7th. We will be very excited to witness the event though her eyes during the 80th anniversary of the attack. The attack on Pearl Harbor and the Purple Heart Medal have a very significant connection. Did you know that the Purple Heart Medal was first awarded to those killed in combat due to the attack on Pearl Harbor? Because of the mass casualties, the award was first posthumously awarded to military servicemen and women who are killed in service or died as a result of their injuries.
We can't wait to hear updates on this once and a life time experience. We are "THANKFUL" to Kay Jo for her enthusiasm and for being the MOPHA representative during the 80th commemoration event.
Kay Jo
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National Junior Vice President
Barbara Hale Ray
As Chair of Ways & Means, Barbara is spearheading the first virtual raffle of the new term. A 3 night vacation in Keystone, Colorado will be raffled. Entries can be purchased by visiting AuxiliaryRaffle.org or by texting PURPLE to 1-855-202-2100.
The drawing will take place on December 30th, just in time for the holidays!
We are "THANKFUL" to Barbara for her hard work and dedication.
Barbara Hale-Ray
MOPHA National Junior Vice President
Barbara
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National Chaplain
Gwen Gilliard, PNP
A PRAYER FOR OUR VETERANS
We as citizens of the United States of America join together to pay tribute and celebrate our esteemed Veterans of our great nation humbly pray Lord God to thank you for the opportunity to come before You to lift up those who selflessly gave, and continue to, so freely their service and in so many cases their lives for the freedom we live and enjoy today. We pray that we come to realize that we should engage in recognizing Veteran’s Day (also known as Armistice’s Day) as an everyday event because none of us would be able to live the lives we lead now without the sacrifice, duty, dedication, courage, perseverance and commitment that our Veterans have given. Almighty God, we say “thank you” to them as well as their families before the “In God We Trust” - YOU. We ask that we prove ourselves worthy of the sacrifices made on our behalf and to set an example for those that will come behind us as a legacy. May this prayer reach not only our strong, brave, reliant defense Armed Forces team but to all who are exposed to being in harms’ way (law enforcement, first line responders, defenders/rescuers of all people) to stay covered in Your armor. May You, Lord God continue to protect and bless America and may America bless You God! Father, sincerely we pray with gratitude to You and because of Your sacrifice. Amen.
Gwendolyn Gilliard, PNP
MOPHA National Chaplain
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National Communications Officer
Amanda Flener, PNP
Amanda has been extremely busy keeping up with social media postings and showcasing our Units and Department's activities.
She wishes to remind MOPHA members to send in photos of activities and events via text 229-325-8106 or via email Communications.MOPHA@gmail.com
Amanda Flener, PNP
MOPHA National Communications Officer
Amanda
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National Membership Officer
Cheryl Perez, PNP
Many units meet over the holiday season. Make sure to request updates on member's contact information so PNP Perez can update this information in our database.
Cheryl Perez, PNP
MOPHA National Membership Officer
Cheryl
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING REGION 2 –
I AM THANKFUL FOR EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU FOR ALL YOU DO FOR OUR VETERANS AND WHAT YOU MEAN TO ME. YOU ARE VERY SPECIAL!
Karen S. Larabel, R2 President
Karen
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Waukesha County in Wisconsin held Operation Honor on November 6, 2021. MOPHA Unit 228 donated $400 worth of requested food items to be sent to the troops overseas!
A very Patriotic Program to promote Operation Honor was presented. Barb and Rick Cherone attended representing MOPHA and MOPH Unit and Chapter 228. W
On behalf of the MOPHA leadership team and members, "We are THANKFUL" to the Cherones for being such amazing leaders and members!
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The Departments of Texas and California held their mid-year meetings.
(Pictured above: Dept. of Texas)
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The MOPHA webstore has had a few setbacks. Supply chain issues are causing a few deadline issues... standby friends. More info on this will be discussed during ZOOM> |
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The Department of Michigan met and are planning another successful "Backpack-Package" assembly.. |
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- Chris Cole (Unit 91 MI)
- Patriot George Waller (Husband of Past National Chaplain Barbara Waller -California)
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- The family of Joseph Hems
PNC 1991-1992
National Chaplain Gwen Gilliard's email address is Chaplain.MOPHA@gmail.com
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SNEAK PEAK at our upcoming online auction prize! |
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Our National Jr. Vice President, Barbara will be holding an online auction (Open to the public) that is guaranteed to bring some holiday cheer into one lucky winner!
A Keystone, Colorado ski vacation will be auctioned during the month of December. It includes 3 nights in a luxury 1,500 sq.ft condo and 5 ski lift passes with unlimited use in Breckenridge or Keystone. This vacation is valued at $1,500!
More information about this prize will be provided at the November Zoom meeting. ENTRIES CAN BE PURCHASED at AuxiliaryRaffle,org
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to shop online and support our Auxiliary.
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Rada has amazing cutlery and items that would be perfect in your kitchen or to give as a gift. After all, the beginning of holiday-season is here!
What a great hostess gift!
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MOPHA's online store will be "open" soon. Before we listed items for sale, Colleen ordered a sample of each one to test quality. Here are a few items that (finally) arrived! We LOVE them and and will be for sale on our website soon.
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ShopPurple.org is a nation-wide business directory to share our members businesses or talents with potential customers. No matter if you cut hair or construct skyscrapers, ShopPurple.org is for you! It's only available to MOPHA Purple Heart Family Members, MOPH Associate Members, and of course our Patriots.
Even if you don't have a business to showcase but want to help test the site, simply visit the website and jot down what you think about the simplicity of the site or what needs to be improved. Our Website Committee will be meeting soon and truly wants your help! Visit ShopPurple.org to help us out.
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