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 Department of California  Chaplain
Barbara Waller

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We are at the beginning of our holiday season, it is the time of year that we gather together with
family and friends to give thanks for our many blessings. It is also a
time that we remember three wise men following a star to find a Baby born in a stable. A Baby
who came to save mankind.
This is the time that many of us will be busy preparing the holiday feast we will share with our
family, loved ones and friends. Many will take the time to become volunteers in order to be a
blessing to the less fortunate in our society. These individuals often work behind the scenes;
they are our hidden Angels. Thank God for these individuals. The Bible praises these unseen
Angels. Some give their finances,some their time and some their talents. All are essential to
completing the mission of helping those in need. I personally give thanks to God and each of
you, not only for your service this time of year but your selfless service to Veterans and their
families during the entire year.
As we transcend into this Thanksgiving there will be an empty chair at many tables due to the
ultimate sacrifice that many Veterans have made for that precious thing called FREEDOM as
they followed the stars on a flag. We pray for their souls and ask that God comfort their family,
loved ones and friends.
Later we get busy baking , shopping and going to holiday parties; all leading to the celebration
of the Birth of Christ. A baby who was born in a stable,who came to save mankind, just as
Veterans serve this Nation and keep it safe. This is a time when there will again be an empty
chair at many tables, whether it be from death or from serving in a foreign country or serving on
domestic soil. They have all given us that precious gift called FREEDOM. Pray for these families
as they grieve for their loved ones. Comfort and sustain them in any way possible. You can
become that Angel that God has placed in their lives.
This time of year is especially hard for all who are dealing with psychological pain.I pray that
God will send Angels to ease their pain. May each of us become a small beacon of light to these
individuals.
Many will be traveling during this season, may God grant you his Grace and Mercy as you travel
to and from your designation.

May God Bless each of you and your loved ones.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Barbara Waller
MOPH Dept. of California chaplain

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