The Vietnam Moving Wall in Area

58,253. This is the number of names engraved on "the Wall". This is the number of brave men and women that gave their lives in the service of our country in Vietnam. The Moving Wall - a half sized replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC is making a stop in California Pennsylvania. The memorial is being displayed at the California University of Pennsylvania's Roadman Park through Monday October 22. It will be open around the clock and close at 4pm Monday.


As we reflect back on these heroes we need to remember those that are serving this country right now. If you would like to encourage those that are in combat today write them a letter. If you know someone that is serving in Iraq or Afghanistan write to them. Ask you pastor if anyone from your congregation is serving and write to them. If you can't find anyone to write to check out these two organizations:
www.mysoldier.com or www.soldiersangel.org Your encouragement will make someone's day.

When writing a letter try to write it in pen. A hand written letter will mean so much more than a typed letter. The other tip is to keep the letter up beat and positive. Don't write about how rough your day was, the soldier has enough concerns of his/her own. Instead tell they about something funny that happened to you or interesting things that are going on in your life and your community. The soldier may not relate 100% to what you are writing but your letter will make their day.