In honor of all those who died on September 11, 2011, Pastor Preston reminded us of the First Responder that God gave to all of us when Jesus Christ was born.  We were honored to have Pentagon survivor, Wayne Sinclair with us to share his story of survival through the tragedy that happened in our nation's capital.  Hancock Sheriff, T.J. Buzkirk was also with us to honor the memory of all the first responders who so willingly put themselves in harms way to save those who were caught in the aftermath of the attacks in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania.  The choir also presented several Patriotic Songs in remembrance of the day that changed our country forever. 

     Pastor Preston reminded us that "Jesus was Mankind's First-Responder".  Jesus saw our hopelessness.  He was moved into action.  He saved us from death.  How great a God we serve that He loved us enough to send His only son to bless us with the grace to live victoriously.

Over Ninety outdoorsmen showed up Friday the 27th at Hancock for the Potomac District's Outdoorsman's Retreat. Len Burdick was on hand to lead worship at the 7 pm service. Steve Chapman's music and good humor kept the men entertained as he spoke on Friday evening. Saturday morning's breakfast was followed by Heartwood Ministries' Tracy Groves with morning devotions. The activities began at 10:30 am. There was a trap shoot held at the Pittman farm. A 3D target range which included targets at undisclosed ranges of bear, turkey, coyote, groundhog, wildboar, and fox, that was scored for competition. Other archery competitions included a long shot, speed shot, and a tin plate shoot. Men make turkey calls or participate in a hawk and knife throw. A chonograph was on hand to measure fps and a technician to tune and repair bows. Prizes were to be handed out at 3 pm. The weekend will be capped off with Tracy Groves speaking in the 11 am worship service and a potluck following with wild game dishes.

(See pics @ Men's Ministries Photo Gallery)