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Vol. 4, No. 15 April 19, 2013

INSIDEShipmates help ship-mates through NDWNavy-Marine Corps Re-lief Society fund drive

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Earth Day keepsNDW environmen-tally consciousthrough action

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Spring into actionas a Ready Navy

Family

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BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASSALEXANDERW. RIEDELAIR FORCE NEWS SERVICE

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Air Force Hon-or Guard Drill Team members displayedtheir skill at a Joint Service Drill Team Exhi-bition on the National Mall during the 101stNational Cherry Blossom Festival here April13.

Between the steps of the Lincoln Memo-rial and its iconic reflecting pool, the 12 DrillTeam members joined their sister servicesin a friendly competition for the audience’sattention and were rewarded with cheeringand applause.

Proving their commitment to the AirForce’s core value “excellence in all we do,”the team presented their performance withsmooth precision. Behind the reflection oftheir sleek, tinted sunglasses, no emotion orstrain was detectable to the masses.

The Air Force team uses fully-functional,bayonet-tipped M1 Garand rifles that weighjust shy of 11 pounds. Their professionallychoreographed sequence includes high-speed weaponmaneuvers, rifle tosses, com-plex weapon exchanges, and a walk througha gauntlet of spinning weapons. The move-ments are unforgivingly timed and finelytuned, leaving no room for error.

The highlight of the performance fea-tured a stationary drill commander, flanked

by four team members who simultaneouslyhurled their weapons over and around him.

First Lt. Michael Lemorie, the Drill Teamflight commander, routinely places himselfdirectly in the hands of his most experi-enced Airmen during the highly dangerousmaneuver that snaps bayonets mere inchespast his face.

“To be out there, as their leader, demon-strates the trust I have in them and I thinkepitomizes the trust that our Air Force lead-ers need to have today,” Lemorie said. “Oursenior leaders have to trust that the Airmenfollowing them are going to do what theyneed to do to correctly and proficiently keepthis nation safe.

“So to be a visible representation of thattrust is just the most humbling and honor-ing experience I have been a part of,” hesaid. “I will not flinch, I will not move. Theycan hit me or stab me in the side. But un-til it’s time for me to move, I will stand andkeep that trust and resolve.”

Themaneuvers of the drill team are oftendangerous and injuries to wrist and handsare common.

What seemed accurate and flawless to theuninitiated observer, during the festival per-formance almost went dangerously wrong.

During a movement called “reverse un-

AF Honor Guard blossoms in joint drill exhibition

U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alexander W. Riedel

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team competes during the Joint Service Drill TeamExhibition April 13, 2013, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Drill teams from allfour branches of the U.S. armed forces and the U.S. Coast Guard displayed their skills at theevent that celebrated U.S. military heritage at the National Cherry Blossom Festival. See DRILL, Page 8

BY PAUL BELLOJOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON – Several Navy pub-lic service announcements (PSAs) relatedto motor vehicle safety, physical fitness,motorcycle safety and alcohol abuse werefilmed this week on the streets and facilitiesof Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).

The PSAs, which will be 30-second spotson such military outlets as Direct-to-Sailor,American Forces Network, Navy.mil andthe Pentagon Channel, were a joint venturebetween Defense Media Activity (DMA)– Navy and Alexandria, Va. based PCI, anadvertising production company whose cli-ents range from leading U.S. corporationsto various government agencies.

Pete Hatzakos, a project officer and field

producer for DMA, said the PSAs are part ofthe 21st Century Initiative recently intro-duced by Chief of Naval Operations Adm.Jonathan Greenert. More than anything, thePSAs serve as a friendly reminder to do theright thing.

“The focus is to make sure we inform ourSailors,” Hatzakos said. “We want them tobe safe.”

Hal Schild, senior vice-president for PCI,was director for the production on JBAB. Hehas more than 30 years experience in thefield and is always pleased when an assign-ment pairs him with members of the armedforces.

“It’s a privilege to have been awardedthis project. I have the utmost respect for all

Film crew shoots Navy PSAs around JBAB

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO

Members of the film crew arrange a shot aboard a Jeep Cherokee as part of a public serviceannouncement on motor vehicle safety.See FIRE, Page 7

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BY MASS COMMUNICATION

SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS

JONATHAN PANKAU

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- TheUnited States NavyMemorial heldits annual spring Blessing of theFleets ceremony April 13, provid-ing District of Columbia citizensand tourists the opportunity towitness Naval heritage as demon-strated by the United States NavyCeremonial Guard.

The Blessing of the Fleets cer-emony is a centuries-old ceremo-ny rooted in seafaring heritagearound the world.

This year’s event was dedicatedto the “Year of Military Women”and Vice Adm. Robin R. Braun, theChief of Navy Reserve and keynotespeaker for the event, recognizedwomen who dedicated their life toserving in the Military.

“Today what’s remarkableabout military service is that it’sno longer remarkable that womenare serving,” Braun said. “In to-day’s Navy, women are servingacross the fleet in ships, subma-rines, and squadrons...from juniorenlisted deck hands to Command-ing Officers.”

Braun delivered remarks onwomen’s contributions to the

Navy, from the Navy nurses in1908, women enlisting as Yeomanin 1917, the repeal of the combatexclusion law in 1993, to the firstsubmarine to deploy with womenon board in 2010.

“Seeing an article on the firstfemale Naval aviators changedmy life and inspired me to join the

Navy and call this a career,” Braunsaid.

After Braun’s remarks theblessing began with Sailors fromthe United States Navy Ceremoni-al Guard “charging the fountains”with waters from the Seven Seasand the Great Lakes. The ceremo-ny focuses on safeguarding crews

and ships from the dangers of theseas by a blessing from the water’sedge, or the Memorial’s “GraniteSea” as the plaza is called.

“Being in harm’s way is part ofthe business; it’s the job descrip-tion when you’re at sea,” Braunsaid.

Once the Ceremonial Guard

finished charging the fountainsand retiring the colors, the Wash-ington Revels Maritime Voicessang the Navy Hymn accompa-nied by the United States NavyBand.

“It’s a wonderful blessing forme to be here and see some of theold World War II veterans and ev-eryone who is in the Navy,” saidDisbursing Clerk 1st Class (Ret.)Robert M. Pugh, a World War IIveteran and Navy Memorial plankowner.

Guests were invited to grab abowl of Navy bean soup servedby the Presidential Food ServiceCulinary Specialists and enjoy theunveiling of the Memorial’s Yearof Military Women exhibit.

The exhibit displays collec-tions of historical and modernphotographs, original artworkand other artifacts includinga uniform belonging to Capt.Mildred McAfee. McAfee wasthe first director of the WAVES(Women Accepted for Volun-teer Emergency Service), servinghonorably in World War II com-manding 82,000 women.

For more information on theexhibit and the Blessing of theFleets, visit the Memorial’s web-site at www.navymemorial.org.

Blessing of the Fleet honors Navy women

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS AMARA R. TIMBERLAKE

Service members and visitors get a firsthand look at the newest exhibit at the U.S. Navy Memorial. The NavyMemorial is celebrating the Year of Military Women to honor the contributions of women in all branches of themilitary. The year-long celebration will include book signings, golf tournaments and symposiums.

BY PATRICK GORDON

NDWWATERLINE WRITER

WASHINGTON - Naval DistrictWashington (NDW) is helping itsSailors and Marines provide assis-tance to their fellow service mem-bers during the 2013 Navy-MarineCorps Relief Society (NMCRS)fund drive. The drive, launchedMarch 18, continues throughApril 26 and aims to ensure everySailor and Marine has the oppor-tunity to learn about and supportthe programs and services offeredthrough the NMCRS.

“Here in Naval District Wash-ington, and throughout the De-partment of the Navy, our Sail-ors and Marines know that intheir time of need they can counton their shipmates to see themthrough,” said Rear Adm. PatrickLorge, commandant of Naval Dis-trict Washington. “The Navy-Ma-rine Corps Relief Society is a per-fect example of that helping spirit,offering assistance to our servicemembers through the combinedefforts and donations of our per-sonnel. I applaud all who donatetheir time and resources to thisyear’s fund drive and the contin-ued support of the NMCRS.”

Since 1904, the mission ofNMCRS has been to provide, inpartnership with the Navy andMa-rine Corps, financial, educational,and other assistance to membersof the naval services of the UnitedStates, eligible family members,and survivors when in need. Thesociety provides need-based fi-nancial assistance to eligible re-cipients in the form of interest-

free loans and grants, as well asscholarships and interest-freeloans for education. NMCRS alsooffers financial counseling, thriftshops, and visiting nurse services.In 2012, nearly 64,000 active dutyand retired Sailors, Marines andtheir families turned to NMCRS,which provided nearly $49 millionin financial assistance.

“Whether a family needs sup-port to recover from a natural di-

saster such as Hurricane Sandy ora young couple needs help withdiapers and formula for a new-born, NMCRS is here to provide24/7 support,” said Lt. Cmdr.Terry Grigsby, regional assistantNMCRS 2013 campaign coordi-nator. “These vital loans, grantsand services rely on contributionsfrom the fund drive. In fact, contri-butions cover about 32 percent ofthe society’s annual expenses. In-

dividuals who can contribute evena little bit to the fund drive make adifference, especially when thosecontributions are compounded.Unexpected emergencies occurand the NMCRS fund drive pro-vides Sailors and Marines an op-portunity to help and support oneanother in times of need.”

Grigsby added that the NMCRSannual fund drive is an importantpart of the organization’s year, rais-

ing not only funds, but awarenessof NMCRS as well. Events plannedthroughout region have alreadybrought scores of donations, withmore expected. The region held akickoff event for the NMCRS funddrive March 14, attended by Lorge.Sailors at Naval Support ActivityAnnapolis have been handing outcampaign and donation mate-rial to service members through-out the fund drive. The BethesdaNavy Exchange (NEX), along withother NEX’s worldwide, is offer-ing a NEX-redeemable discountcoupon for a $5 NMCRS donation,with all proceeds going to NMCRS.And the Navy Band will be hostinga silent auction, open to the pub-lic, to benefit the NMCRS on theWashington Navy Yard.

Grigsby said that the NMCRSfund drive, and all the services of-fered by the organization, highlightsthe sense of unity among SailorsandMarines when one is in need.

“Regardless of pay grade or title,Sailors andMarines are taking careof their own,” said Grigsby. “Thereis something very powerful andmotivating about unselfish actsof good. To see folks get excitedabout developing creative ways tosupport the fund drive or ask abouthow to volunteer time to the soci-ety has certainly been a highlightof the program for me. NMCRS is asource of care and support for ourextended military family and it isencouraging to see that so manypeople want to get involved.”

For more information on theNavy-Marine Corps Relief Soci-ety and how to donate visit www.nmcrsfunddrive.org.

Shipmates help shipmates through NDW Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society fund drive

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MC1 PETER D. LAWLORChief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert fills out his Navy-Marine Corps ReliefSociety (NMCRS) contribution form with the 2013 CNO NMCRS department representative Yeo-man 2nd Class Jason Rynkiewicz. NMCRS representatives like Rynkiewicz distribute contribu-tion forms to all personnel in their departments helping ensure commands make 100 percentcontact. The NMCRS helps support Sailors, Marines and their families in times of need, includ-ing providing casualty care assistance to wounded warriors.

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MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- Placingveterans in the nation’s classrooms to serveagain is the goal for the Troops to Teachersprogram, officials said April 12.

“We are here as a counseling and referralasset to help eligible veterans transition intosecond careers as teachers,” said Cliff Yager,director, Troops toTeachers forTennessee andNorthern Alabama, during a Transition GPSbriefing at Naval Support ActivityMid-South.

The purpose of the Department of De-fense program is to help eligible currentand former military personnel begin newcareers as teachers in public schools wheretheir skills, knowledge and experience aremost needed.

Veterans possess many of the qualitiesthat make a good teacher; a sense of service,leadership, discipline, maturity and life ex-perience, said Yager. He added that studiesshow that beginning teachers who are mili-tary veterans score much higher in peer as-sessments and assessments from principalsand superintendents than their peers com-ing to the classroom straight from college.

“It is partly understandable because youare not only talking about an older moremature group of individuals, but peoplewho have also had other life experiences,”said Yager.

Yager and other Troops to Teachers rep-resentatives from across the nation recentlymet to discuss their role in assisting servicemembers and veterans. In addition to coun-seling and referral, state Troops to Teachersrepresentatives help applicants identifyteacher certification requirements for thestate they wish to teach, programs leadingto certification and employment opportuni-ties in their state.

Additionally Yager and other state repre-sentatives will reach out to service membersearlier while they are still on active-duty andidentify education requirements so that in-terested service members may begin work-ing toward their teaching certifications be-

fore leaving the service, enabling a smooth-er transition into teaching.

“If a service member thinks that theymight want to be a teacher, they shouldcontact Troops to Teachers and registerfor the program,” said Yager. “We can help

them with that decision process, investigatewhether teaching is right for them and wecan help them walk through the process.”

Service members can learn more aboutTroops to Teachers and locate a state rep-resentative atwww.proudtoserveagain.com.

DoD program helps service members transition to teaching

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS ELI J. MEDELLIN

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Jessica Reed, assigned to the security force at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, reads a Dr. Seuss bookto children at McGaugh Elementary School as part of Read Across America Day. The annual nationwide reading event celebrates theMarch 2nd birthday of Dr. Seuss.

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BY AMAANI LYLEAIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- With budgetsshrinking, Air Force leaders are calling on Air-men to share their best money-saving ideasthrough the Every Dollar Counts campaign.

In the wake of sequestration, the initia-tive marks a cultural shift that empowersAirmen to find and recommend areas forsavings that may be used to support readi-ness needs, said Air Force Vice Chief of StaffGen. Larry Spencer.

Beginning May 1, Airmen can submittheir cost-reducing ideas via the AirmenPowered by Innovation websites while athome, the office or on their smartphone.Links to those sites will be released soon.

Both uniformed and civilian Air Forcemembers can participate in the month-longopen call for ideas and share their creativeand efficient ways to save money and time.

“When things get tough, Airmen figure

out a way to get it done,” Spencer said. “Wehave some of the most innovative folks inthe world, so I know there are ideas abouthow we can do things better.”

Spencer’s resource management andbudget-related background amplifies theurgency to mine those ideas.

“We stopped flying one-third of Air Forceactive duty combat-coded fighter squadronsin April, and we’re projected to slow downor stop the flow of aircraft and engines inthe depots,” Spencer said.

Furthermore, he said, the Air Force musttrim about $11 billion in the last half of fis-cal year 2013. Additionally, our overseascontingency operations funding is almost$2 billion short so we have to make up thatdifference as well.

And the challenge is compounded bythe sequester timeline, which officiallybegan March 1.

“We have to squeeze a year’s worth ofcuts into about six months,” Spencer said

of the Air Force budget. “So there’s a lot ofmoney to be taken out of our budget in ashort period of time ... I’ve never seen any-thing quite like it.”

Airmen at every level should feel less en-cumbered by perhaps dated or unnecessaryAir Force Instructions or guidelines whenbrainstorming cost-cutting measures, thegeneral said.

“Airmen Powered by Innovation meansgo into that file of good ideas that were may-be ‘too hard to do,’ pull them out and sub-mit them,” Spencer declared. “If it’s a goodidea and requires an Air Force Instructionchange, then we’ll see if we can do that.”

Spencer wants Airmen to submit theirideas regardless of the idea’s potential savings.

“Whether it’s $500, $1 million or $30 mil-lion, we want to hear it because those dol-lars add up,” he said.

“We’re taking every angle we can toman-age our money and ‘buy’ as much missionas we can,” he said. “In that sense, every Air-

man, whether they’re at a wing or headquar-ters can help.”

Spencer said the Every Dollar Countscampaign does not just focus on our wingsbut includes those large centrally managedaccounts as well.

“The Centralized Asset Management Of-fice at Wright Patterson AFB manages themoney we spend on flying hours, sustain-ing space operations and depot operations-- over $16 billion -- so we’re taking a closereview of that account to determine how wecan stretch those dollars.

“This is an opportunity to not only lookat homegrown ideas, but broader ideas thataffect the larger Air Force as well.”

The general expressed optimism inquickly finding solutions through ideas.

“Innovation is what we’re all about,”Spencer said. “This is our family and we’regoing to get through this because we’ve gotgreat Airmen to help see us through this.”

‘Every dollar counts’ ushers in new savings culture

BY JIM GARAMONE

AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Defense Secre-tary Chuck Hagel has eliminated the Distin-guished Warfare Medal, DOD officials an-nounced today.

Instead, the military will recognize ser-vice members who directly affect combatoperations without being present throughdistinguishing devices that will be affixed toalready existing awards.

Soon after being sworn in as defensesecretary Feb. 27, 2013, Hagel asked ArmyGen. Martin E. Dempsey, the chairman ofthe Joint Chiefs of Staff, to lead a review ofthe medal.

“The Joint Chiefs of Staff, with the con-currence of the service secretaries, haverecommended the creation of a new distin-guishing device that can be affixed to exist-ing medals to recognize the extraordinaryactions of this small number of men andwomen,” Hagel said in a written release.

“I agree with the Joint Chiefs’ findings,and have directed the creation of a distin-guishing device instead of a separate med-al,” Hagel said in the release.

Hagel added: “The servicemen and wom-en who operate and support our remotelypiloted aircraft, operate in cyber, and oth-ers are critical to our military’s mission ofsafeguarding the nation.”

The distinguishing devices will serve torecognize these service members’ achieve-ments, he said.

The undersecretary of defense for per-sonnel and readiness will develop the award

criteria in close coordination with the ser-vices and the Joint Staff, officials said.

DOD announced the creation of the Dis-tinguished Warfare Medal Feb. 13, 2013.

“I’ve always felt -- having seen the greatwork that they do, day-in and day-out -- thatthose who performed in an outstandingmanner should be recognized,” then-De-fense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said duringa news conference announcing the medal.

“Unfortunately,” Panetta added, “med-als that they otherwise might be eligible forsimply did not recognize that kind of con-tribution.”

Members of veterans’ service organi-zations and others objected to the Distin-guished Warfare Medal, officials said. Themedal’s order of precedence was to be justbelow the Distinguished Flying Cross andjust above the Bronze Star. Some commen-tators objected that it would rank higherthan the Purple Heart -- awarded to thosewounded or killed in action.

“When I came into office, concerns wereraised to me about the Distinguished War-fare Medal’s order of precedence by veter-ans’ organizations, members of Congressand other stakeholders whose views are val-ued by this department’s leadership,” Hagelsaid.

The distinguishing devices can be affixedto awards at different levels, so, once writ-ten, the criteria for the awards must reflectthat, officials said. For example, the criteriafor affixing a device to an Army Commen-dation Medal would be different than thosefor a Meritorious Service Medal -- a higheraward.

Hagel eliminates Distinguished Warfare Medal

BY PAUL BELLO

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON – A 12-inch water mainrunning three feet underground wasdamaged April 16 in the area of the BillyMitchell Estates off Chappie James Bou-levard on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling(JBAB). Two military housing areas, inaddition to a 100-unit temporary lodgingfacility near the base Chapel Center weredirectly affected.

“We experienced a pretty significantwater line breakage due to constructionin the area of the Billy Mitchell Estateson Chappie James Blvd,” said JBAB base

commander Navy Capt. Anthony T. Ca-landra. “We immediately stood up ourEmergency Operations Center to mitigatethe impact to our residents and those onJBAB.”

While it took some time to locate allthe valves that needed to be shut off toisolate the break, Calandra said waterwas restored to that part of the base laterthat evening. Water buffaloes were setup in the Rickenbacker housing area bythe D.C. National Guard and nearby JointBase Andrews-Naval Air Facility Wash-ington as an additional precaution. Per-sonnel occupying 88 temporary lodgingunits were initially relocated, but havesince moved back.

Water main break forcesevacuation of lodging units

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY PAUL BELLO

A utility worker examines the damage from a water main break at the corner of MitchellLoop and Chappie James Boulevard April 16 on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.


BY CMDR. KIMBERLY HIMMER

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLING

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON— Monday, April 22 isEarth Day. The origins of the day go backover forty years, when Senator GaylordNelson was inspired to start a movementto bring attention to environmental issues.The first Earth Day was realized in 1970,when thousands of people gathered inpublic spaces across the country to bringattention to environmental issues rangingfrom sustainability, the deterioration ofthe environment, extinction of native spe-cies, pesticide use, and pollution causedoil spills and factories.

Granted, in its infancy, the movementsought the support of college students,and those used to protesting in the anti-war movement. But today, Earth Day is amainstream movement promoting envi-ronmental education and advocacy, andthe protection of the environment. Thisyear, Earth Day has a theme of “The Facesof Climate Change.”

The theme is designed to bring atten-

tion to the places, animal species, and peo-ple affected by climate change, as well asthe people who are working to solve thesecomplex problems. The website www.Earthday.org is chronicling these storiesin order to bring attention to the personaleffects of climate change, and to celebratetheir champions.

Additionally, the U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency is hosting a site whereyou can pledge to do five things to help theenvironment. The website, www.EPA.org/Pick5/ asks you to pick five actions from along list of suggestions, and then pledge todo them. The website is chronicling oth-ers’ pledges, and offers a map that anony-mously plots the pledges it receives fromaround the world.

Closer to home, JBAB has many ac-tivities scheduled this weekend, and onEarth Day itself. Check out the MWR 411for details. Additionally, the NationalCapital District is hosting a variety ofevents check out www.dc.about.com/od/specialevents/a/EarthDay.htm for moreinformation.

Earth Day 2013: The faceof climate change

For more news from other basesaround the Washington, D.C. area,

visit www.dcmilitary.com.

BY ENSIGN JACQUI WENGLER

NAVAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING

COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) -- Activeduty Navy chief petty officers (E7-E9)can have a positive effect on the nextgeneration of Sailors by participatingin the 2013 Advancement Examina-tion Readiness Reviews (AERR), an-nounced in Naval AdministrativeMessage (NAVADMIN) 095/13, re-leased April 12.

This latest AERR NAVADMIN de-tails the schedule for panels held dur-ing the months of April through Sep-tember at the Naval Education andTraining Professional Developmentand Technology Center (NETPDTC)at Saufley Field in Pensacola, Fla.

Depending on the number of rat-ings covered, AERR panels are oneto two weeks in length and heldthroughout the year. Contributorsserve as fleet subject matter experts(FSMEs) for their respective ratingsto review and validate E4-E7 advance-ment exams and the associated banksof questions. Participants will receivetemporary additional duty

(TAD) orders from their parentcommand, paid for by NETPDTC.

“We leverage the experience ofFSMEs from schoolhouses and learn-ing centers, as well as Chiefs from a va-

riety of platforms and sea commandsat each AERR,” said Stephanie Cannon,enlisted exam team leader at the NavyAdvancement Center. “Each chief se-lected to participate in an AERR willtell you that what we do is very chal-lenging work, but also will explain howrewarding it is to be a part of the pro-cess that helps the Navy advance themost qualified Sailors.”

Chief Aerographer’s Mate JustinCoryell, leading chief petty officer forthe Training Management division atthe Naval Meteorology and Ocean-ography Professional DevelopmentCenter in Gulfport, Miss., recentlyparticipated in his third Aerogra-pher’s Mate (AG) AERR.

“After taking many advancementexams during my career, I wanted tohelp update them to better benefitmy Sailors,” said Coryell. “I have nodoubt that this experience has givenme a sense of appreciation for the ex-ams and the amount of work put intothem.”

Nominations to attend an AERRmust be endorsed by the chief pettyofficer’s commanding officer or offi-cer in charge, as well as the commandmaster chief, senior chief or chief ofthe boat, before submission to NETP-DTC. NETPDTC will coordinate withrespective rating learning centers and

community sponsors to select thebest nominees.

Selections of FSMEs for the AERRsare normally made 45 days prior toeach panel, and selectees will be no-tified by NETPDTC via e-mail.

Senior Chief Naval AircrewmanAllan Crabbe and Senior Chief NavalAircrewman Michael Madine, bothstaff members at the Center for Na-val Aviation Technical Training, haveeach participated in more than fourAERRs.

“The opportunity to make an im-pact on the exams for Sailors’

advancement has given me the op-portunity of being able to reach out tothe fleet,” said Crabbe.

“It’s hard work with long hours,but the end result is very rewarding,”added Madine.

Additional information, includingthe latest AERR schedule and applica-tion details, can be found in NAVAD-MIN 095-13. Application forms andadditional requirements are availableon the Navy Advancement CenterWeb site at: https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil/portal/careermanagement/navy-advancementcenter.

The AERR point of contact is Pe-ter Pappas at (850) 452-1001, option3, ext 2203, DSN 922, or e-mail [email protected].

Advancement exam reviews seek motivated chiefs

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BY PAUL BELLO

JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON – Max Impact,the premier rock band of the U.S.Air Force, recently performed aspecial show for members of theAir Force Honor Guard at JointBase Anacostia-Bolling. The per-formance coincided with a pre-scheduled commander’s call andcookout for the ceremonial unit.

The band performed classic andcurrent rock hits, as well as patri-otic favorites and original music.Max Impact, which is comprisedof six members, is known for their

high energy shows and for enhanc-ing troop morale. They have per-formed at high-level events for theWhite House, Department of De-fense (DoD) and numerous othermilitary and civilian functions. MaxImpact has also thrilled audiencesat forward deployed locations, in-cluding Iraq and Afghanistan.

Additionally, the band supportsthe Air Force and its local com-munities by creating innovativeprojects and performances whichutilize multimedia and technologi-cal advances in music production.For more information about theband, visit www.facebook.com/usafmaximpact.

Max Impact performs special show for AF Honor Guard

U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY PAUL BELLO

Max Impact, the premier rock band of the U.S. Air Force, performed a special show for members of the U.S. AirFoce Honor Guard recently on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.Members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard join the lead singer for a song.

BY PATRICK GORDONWATERLINE WRITER

WASHINGTON - April 22marks Earth Day for 2013, andmany will use the day as an op-portunity to make their homes,neighborhoods, and the planeta more environmentally cleanerplace. Across the fleet, com-mands are showing that Navyblue and gold can combine tomake green, and Naval DistrictWashington (NDW) is doing itspart as well.

“On Earth Day and through-out April the Navy and MarineCorps team – as well as individualsailors, Marines, civilian employ-ees, and families – have the op-portunity to take local action todemonstrate our commitmentto protecting the environment,”said Deputy Assistant Secretaryof the Navy (Environmental)Donald Schregardus in a messageto the fleet. “No matter whereyou serve, you can take actionby participating in local clean-ups, reducing waste, increasingawareness of neighborhood re-cycling programs, saving energy,or planting indigenous trees inyour area. The options are limit-less. Everyone can find or createa way to take local action.”

Earth Day was founded in1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelsonas a grassroots effort to increaseawareness of environmental is-sues. Since the 1990s, the Depart-ment of the Navy has typicallycelebrated Earth Day annuallywith themes, “green” installationevents, participation in commu-

nity and educational outreachactivities, and articles or otherinformation products that high-light local Earth Day events andongoing Navy and Marine Corpsenvironmental and energy pro-grams.

The Navy takes a particularinterest in Earth Day. In additionto helping further its year-roundgreen energy initiatives and con-servation, the day’s events helpto build relationships with localcommunities near Navy com-

mands through joint events andactivities. In NDW, many eventsare taking place on or aroundEarth Day in celebration of theNavy’s efforts to stay green.

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling(JBAB) in conjunction with the

Anacostia River Watershed Soci-ety will hold a riverfront cleanupApril 20 from 8 a.m. to noon. TheJBAB Morale Welfare and Rec-reation will also be sponsoringEarth Day-related events includ-ing a poster contest, 5K run/walk,U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force DrillTeams performance and a bless-ing of the fleet.

Naval Support Facility Carder-ock will hold an Earth Day eventApril 23. Included will be postersand information booths set up allday in Building 40, a tree plantingevent at the south end of the pa-rade field from 9 to 11 a.m., andan invasive species education andremoval event from noon to 1 p.m.

The Washington Navy Yardwill hold a commuter fair from10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., as wellas an invasive species educationand removal event from 11 a.m.to 12:30 p.m., both in the lobbyof Building 22 April 24.

“Luckily, the easiest and mosteffective earth day programscan be accomplished at little orno expense,” said Schregardus.“Picking up trash at a local park,clearing debris from a beach,or volunteering with a local en-vironmental project can all bedone on a shoestring budget.Bring your coworkers, friends,shipmates, and fellow Marinesand increase your impact expo-nentially at no extra cost. Make adifference this year.”

For more information onEarth Day events in NDW, visitwww.facebook.com/NavDist-Wash.

Earth Day keeps NDW environmentally conscious through action

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MC2 KIONA MILLER

Employees located on the Washington Navy Yard participate in a base wide clean up during Naval Support Ac-tivity Washington’s Earth Day celebration in 2011. This year Naval District Washington will be celebrating withvarious events at commands including Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and Naval Support Activity Carderock.


Sunday Family NightSundays | 5 to 8 p.m. | Potomac Lanes2 games of bowling, free show rental,

large cheese pizza and a pitcher of soda foronly $20. Maximum of 4 per lane. Must showactive Military ID. Please call 202-563-1701for more information.

Third Friday featuring DJ Shawn DiggsApril 19 | 5 p.m. to midnight | Bolling

Club – Washington Dining RoomEveryone is welcome! DJ entertainment

from 7 p.m. to midnight. Club Members willbe given access to FREE Hor D’ouevres from5 to 7 p.m., non-members can enjoy theseitems for $10. Please call 202-563-8400 formore information.

Month of the Military Child VersusParent Basketball Game

April 19 | 7 to 10 p.m. | Youth CenterThe JBAB Youth Center is looking for

preteens and teens to play in two basketballgames against their parents in the celebra-tion of the Month of the Military Child. Pre-teens will play from 7 to 8 p.m. and teenswill play from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.. If you areinterested in playing, please sign up at thefront desk of the Youth Center. Please call202-767-4003 for more information.

Single Leg TRX SquatApril 20 | Fitness CenterJoin us for our Challenge of the Month

to test out your lower body strength. Pleasecall 202-767-5895 for more information.

Earth Day Fun DayApril 20 | 8 a.m. | Marina Parking LotEnjoy a day full of fun as we celebrate

Earth Day with our Spring River Clean-Up,Earth Day 5K Run/Walk, USAF & USN DrillTeam performance, Blessing of the Fleet,Chili Cook-Off Contest, MWR booths andmuch more! Volunteers are needed to helpus clean up the Bolling and Anacostia Wa-

terfront to make our surrounding a cleanerand better place to live. Please call 202-767-1371 for more information.

Month of the Military ChildApril 20 | 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Potomac

LanesAll children of our active Military person-

nel bowl for FREE! Please call 202-563-1701for more information.

Tie DyeApril 20 | 1 p.m. | LibertyCelebrate the warm weather by going

outside to do some tie dying! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.

Earth DayApril 22 | 10:30 a.m. to noon | LibraryJoin the Library in celebrating Earth Day!

We will feature an abbreviated Story Timewith a small exercise on recycling and thenproceed outside for a Recycling ScavengerHunt and flower planting in the fenced gar-den plots outside the facility. All participat-ing children can also put their handprints onfence slates. Prizes will be awarded to win-ners of the scavenger hunt. Light refresh-ments will be served. For more informationcall 202-767-5578 for more information.

Earth DayApril 22 | 4 p.m. | LibertyDo your part and plant a flower! Please

call 202-685-1802 for more information.

Story TimeTuesday | 10 a.m. | LibraryThemes for April 2013 include:April 23: Get Froggy! (National Frog

Month)April 25: Arbor Day!April 30: We Love Our Military Children!

(Month of the Military Child)Please call 202-767-5578 for more infor-

mation.

Early Bird WednesdayApril 24| 4 p.m. | Liberty“The Early Bird Gets The Worm!” Be the

first to receive a special treat from the Lib-erty Center. Hurry, only a limited amount.Please call 202-685-1802 for more informa-tion.

Guitar Hero TournamentApril 25 | 6 p.m. | LibertyTo celebrate Guitar Month, come see

if you have the skills to rock your way intoclaiming first place! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.

Month of the Military ChildCelebration at Bolling Green Park

April 26 |3 to 6 p.m. |Bolling Green Park/Pavilions 7&8

Join the CYP Staff for the Month of theMilitary Child festivities as we celebrateyou- the Military Child. Open Rec will be-gin at 8 p.m.. Please call 202-767-4003 formore information.

Bull Run Shooting CenterApril 27 | 9 a.m. | Bull Run Shooting Cen-

ter in Centerville, VAWant to learn to shoot? ODR is taking

a trip to Bull Run Shooting Center! A cer-tified instructor will cover the differenttypes of shotguns, shotgun safety, shoot-ing etiquette, the correct way to shoulder,point and fire a shotgun, and a descriptionof each game thrown. The instructor willwork with each student to get them startedbreaking targets. The trip fee is $45 and itcovers transportation, ammunition, targets,ear and eye protection and use of a rentalgun for the day. Please call 202-767-9136 formore information.

Day in New York CityApril 27 & July 20 | 6 a.m. to MidnightWe are headed to New York City! En-

joy the city either sightseeing, catching a

Broadway show or shopping until you drop.Reserve your seat today. Price: $48.75 perperson

Save the Date: Operation MegaphoneWorldwide Lock-in 2013

April 26-27Military Youth around the world, across

all branches of services are invited! Formore information, please visit www.face-book.com/OpMegaphone or 202-767-4003for more information.

Medieval Times TripApril 27 | noon | Arundel Mills Mall - Ha-

nover, MDTravel with Liberty to a very popular mall

for fun, friends and food at Medieval Times.Don’t miss your chance to see a wonderfulshow! Please call 202-685-1802 for more in-formation.

UFC 159: Jones vs. SonnenApril 27 | 9 p.m. | LibertyPlease call 202-685-1802 for more infor-

mation.

Sounds of Summer: Acoustic Nightfeat. Barry Charlton

May 3 | 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Slip Inn Bar &Grill

Listen to the sounds of the guitar featur-ing some of your favorite songs during ourfirst Sounds of Summer kick-off! Please call202-767-5840 for more information.

Atlantic City Day TripMay 18 | 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.Is Lady Luck on your side? Join ITT as we

head to Atlantic City, NJ for the day! Walkthe boardwalk, shop at the outlets, test yourluck at the casino and dine at a new res-taurant. For information on the casino andcasino credit, please contact the ITT office.Price: $38.75 per person

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our service members,” Schild said. “I thinkit is great the Navy is putting resources to-wards positive messages like the ones we’rehighlighting here. Safety is certainly a pri-ority.”

Those acting in the PSAs were local ac-tors with varying backgrounds. Corey Har-ris, a member of Washington, D.C. basedCapitol Steps, has been acting since 2004.A graduate of Hampton University, he au-ditioned for the production after comingacross a posting online -and he’s sure gladhe did.

“It’s been an absolutely wonderful ex-perience. I’ll never forget this,” Harrissaid, who entertained crew members witha near-perfect impression of PresidentBarack Obama while in between takes atJBAB’s Fitness Center. “My approach to do-ing this was to empty my mind, fill it backup with the material presented to me, andto just relax. I had fun with everyone and Ihope I did a good job.”

Another actor, Chad Fehr, had similarfeelings as Harris. He has played militaryroles before and was excited to be selectedfor this particular project. Fehr will soon beoff to South Carolina where filming beginson The Haunted, a major feature film that’sslated for national release sometime nextsummer.

“I’ve had a lot of fun. It’s been great

working with everyone and learning whatit’s like to behave like a sailor,” Fehr said. “IfI can do something to help service membersstay safe and live better lives, I’m all for it.”

Hazel Lozano, the group’s third actor,credits the experience as her first offi-

cial foray into acting. She moved to theD.C. area in 2011 and, while only in theregion a short time, is accustomed to themilitary lingo that follows people aroundplaces like JBAB. While in college, she wasonce enrolled in the Air Force Reserve Of-

ficer Training Course (ROTC).“I’ve had a blast working with the group.

It’s been a real positive experience for me,”Lozano said. “I’m just starting out and havea lot to learn. I hope every experience is agood as this one.”

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY LT. CMDR. JIM REMINGTON

Director Hal Schild watches the production under a careful eye.

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BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST2ND CLASS ANDREA PEREZ

NAVY PERSONNEL COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- With taxseason coming to a close, now is a goodtime for Sailors to review their personalfinances and set goals for the future, offi-cials said in a Naval message released April12. “If your goal in 2013 includes prioritiz-ing your finances, there is no better way tostart than from the ground up with a bud-get or spending plan,” said Stacy Living-stone-Hoyte, financial counselor, Fleet andFamily Support Center (FFSC). “Budget-ing is simply a planned system for allocat-ing your income towards living expenses,debt payments, savings and investments.”Sailors should consider the following when

creating a financial plan and setting goals:* Develop a budget - Spend less, build

savings and weigh needs vs. wants* Start an allotment - Decide how much

to save and increase it with each promotion* Pay off debt - High-interest credit card

debt and late fees can negatively affect one’scredit score and ability to borrow money

* Plan for retirement - Contribute to aTraditional or Roth IRA throughout the yearfor increased savings

* Know your credit report - Obtain a freecredit report annually fromExperian, Equifaxand TransUnion, and verify, update, or dis-pute entries atwww.annualcreditreport.com.

* Seek assistance if needed - Becomeeducated and don’t hesitate to ask for help

According to Livingstone-Hoyte, craft-ing a budget or spending plan with realis-tic goals and expectations will help Sailors

and their families live within their incomes,maintain a good credit history, reduce fi-nancial stress and achieve financial compe-tence and confidence.

“Our incomes represent one of the mostpowerful resources at our disposal. How wemanage our finances defines the directionof our lives, and the quality of our work andhome experience,” said Livingstone-Hoyte.

Financial matters that occur from over-spending or bad budgeting, such as failureto pay bills, bad credit, bankruptcy and fore-closures can negatively impact a Sailor’s ca-reer, and affect mission readiness and theNavy’s ability to transfer or retain Sailors.

Command financial specialists (CFS)at the command level and FFSCs locatedworldwide provide financial education,training and counseling at no cost to Sailorsand their families.

Sailors experiencing financial challengesshould notify their chain of command andwork with their CFS to development a bud-get and explore additional options such asmilitary relief societies, eligibility for inter-est rate reductions and other relief.

“Financial fitness is part of building resil-ience, mission readiness and happier rela-tionships,” said Livingstone-Hoyte. “Servicemembers have access to free personal finan-cial management resources year round fromtheir command financial specialist or localFleet and Family Support Center and theyshould take advantage of those resources.”

For a list of additional financial manage-ment resources, read NAVADMIN 096/13.

For more information on financial plan-ning, budgeting or investing, contact yourCFS, or local FFSC.

Budget for financial success

ders,” two weapons touched mid-air, forc-ing Senior Airman Billy Degraffenreid tocatch the weapon in an unconventional way-- saving the day for the team while taking aquarter-size cut through his glove.

“The weapon didn’t fully rotate, so thebayonet was coming straight toward me,”Degraffenreid said. “Instead of pulling backmy hand to let it drop, I just grabbed (thebayonet) and held on to it.”

Despite the initial pain, Degraffenreid

did not betray the near-miss.After nearly four years on the team, he is

one of the most experienced members andhas learned to keep a straight face.

“You just do what you have to do, andpush through,” he said.

While this year’s event was not a compe-tition for a trophy, Lemorie said he alwaysprepares his men to do their best.

“We are the harshest critics on our-selves,” Lemorie said. “So the competitionis always on, and when we’re not competingagainst the other services, we’re certainlycompeting against ourselves.”

The training for the Drill Team is highly

selective and begins with a rigorous eight-week course, teaching the fundamentalsof precision drill and continues with ever-demanding daily training.

Even the right to be part of a drill isearned, said Lemorie, adding that Air-men challenge each other for a spot inthe formation.

“There is competition internally all thetime, because the Airmen want to perform,they want their work to show off,” Lemoriesaid. “The only way they can do that is tobeat out somebody for a spot.”

Performing in front of an internationalaudience during the special occasion of the

National Cherry Blossom Festival put ad-ditional pressure on the team. The festival,which celebrates the gift of the cherry blos-som trees to Washington, D.C., in 1912 andthe enduring friendship between the Unit-ed States and Japan, attracts thousands ofviewers every year.

“We put in a lot of training and a lot ofhours for this,” Lemorie said. “And it wasone of the better performances we had thisseason -- it wasn’t perfect, but still a verygood drill. Now we get back into trainingmode and train our imperfections out. It’sa never-ending cycle.”

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BY COMMANDERNAVY INSTALLATIONS COMMAND

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WASHINGTON - For many, springbrings a resurgence of energy and activitywith the milder temperatures.

It is a perfect time to practice your fam-ily emergency plan and to re-evaluate andrestock your emergency supply kit for thechanging season. Although winter stormsare becoming a fading memory, it is im-portant to remember that weather andother hazards can be unpredictable. Sospring into action as a Ready Navy Familyand be ready for any hazard.

Be and Stay Informed: Learn about haz-ards that are common in spring monthsand most likely to happen in your area.The Ready Navy website “Be and Stay In-formed” tabs offer specific instructions,information, and resources you may needto know regarding floods, tornadoes, man-made hazards, and emergency actions.Learn what you should know if you needto evacuate or take shelter in your home.

Make a Plan: As a family, make and re-fine your emergency plan so that every-one in the family understands what to do,where to go, and what to take in the eventof any emergency. Practice your plan byconducting a drill where all family mem-bers must gather at your designated meet-ing place, exiting by various doors. Youremergency plan should also include howyour family will communicate with eachother, particularly if normal communica-tion methods, such as phone lines or cell

towers, are out. Road conditions and otherhazards can limit ease of movement. Havea contact person outside the area who eachmember of the family can notify that theyare safe, if separated. Place a call to yourdesignated contact person to be sure heor she is willing to serve in that role. TheReady Navy website provides printableforms and contact cards to guide you inyour planning.

Build a Kit: The best way to prepare forthe unexpected is to have on hand one ormore emergency kits that include enoughwater and non-perishable supplies for ev-ery family member to survive at least threedays. Keep a kit prepared at home, andconsider having kits in your car, at work,and a portable version in your home readyto take with you. These kits will enable youand your family to respond to any emer-gency more effectively. Make a game ofkit building with your children. One ideais to have your children go on a scavengerhunt to find and gather necessary suppliesaround your house. Make note of itemsyou are missing and shop together at yourlocal installation commissary and NEX tocomplete your kit. History shows that chil-dren who are involved and informed withemergency planning are better able to re-act safely in an emergency.

For information about Ready Navy andtips, forms, and guidance to be preparedfor and stay informed about all hazards,visit www.ready.navy.mil. Ready Navy is aCNIC-sponsored emergency preparednessprogram.

Spring into action as aReady Navy Family

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MCC MONIQUE K. HILLEY

An emergency kit is an effective way to prepare for unexpected events. Having the entirefamily prepare the kit will help children better cope with emergencies and ensures everyoneknows the emergency kit contents.

For more news from other bases around the Washington, D.C. area,

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Nationals make ticketsavailable to military

The Washington Nationals will markMilitary Appreciation Day, the first game ofthe 2013 Patriotic Series, with 3,000 compli-mentary tickets for the game on Saturday,April 27 to members of the military (activeduty, dependent, reservist or retiree). Up totwo tickets may be claimed for each militaryID. Additional tickets in a variety of loca-tions will also be available at a 50% discountfor members of the military. Complimen-tary and discounted military tickets can bepicked up at the Grand Staircase Box Officenear the First Base Gate beginning at 10:30a.m. on April 27. All seating is subject to

availability. Complimentary and discountedmilitary tickets will be distributed on a first-come-first served basis, while supplies last.For more information or to purchase ticketsfor the 2013 Patriotic Series, visit nationals.com/patriotic.

Thrift Shop ReopeningThe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

Thrift Shop has relocated to EnterpriseHall (building 72). The store hours areTuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.and the first Saturday of every month from10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information call202-433-3364.

Protocol & Special EventsOffice has moved

The JBAB Protocol & Special Events Of-fice has moved to Building P-12. Coordi-nator Karen Smith’s new phone number is202-767-7710.

Fitness Centers I and IIThe Fitness Center I basketball court will

be closed April 8 - May 31 due to ceiling re-pairs. The front entrance to Fitness Center IIwill be also closed until April 15 for mainte-nance. Customers are asked to use the rearentrance of the building.

AFOWC Thrift ShopThe Air Force Officers’ Wives’ Club

Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Aveand is open Tuesdays, Wed-nesdays andThursdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donationsare accepted during business hours only.Profits from the AFOWC Thrift shop go to-wards college scholarships and other mili-tary charitable organizations. For moreinformation about the AFOWC or its ThriftShop call 202-563-6666 or email [email protected].

JBAB photo studio closureThe JBAB Public Affairs photo studio

is closed until further notice. For officialstudio photography support, contact 11thWing Public Affairs at 240-612-4430.

Change to Firth-SterlingGate operations

The Firth-Sterling gate is closed onweekends. Once the gate’s automated fea-tures become available, the gate will be ac-cessible by any CAC card holder 24/7 dur-ing normal FPCON “A” conditions.

Navy Wives Clubs of AmericaThe D.C. Metro chapter of Navy Wives

Clubs of America, Eleanor Roosevelt #37,hosts meetings every second Thursday ofthe month to discuss and plan volunteeractivities in the local military and civil-ian communities. Military spouses of allbranches are welcome to attend. For moreinformation, email [email protected] visit our Facebook Page at www.face-book.com/NWCA37.

JBAB Girl ScoutsCalling all Girls! Girls registered in

Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and in-terested in joining should contact [email protected]. The troop meetsthe second and fourth Wednesday of eachmonth at the community center on Chap-pie James Blvd at 6 p.m. Girl Scouts; build-ing girls with confidence, character andcourage for 100 years.

Jogging path closedThe jogging path by Giesboro Park is

closed until further notice. An alternateroute has been provided.

JNOTESMiscellaneous items related to your health,your career, your life and your community

CATHOLIC SERVICESReconciliation

Sunday 9 a.m. Chapel CenterRosary

Sunday 9:10 a.m. Chapel CenterMass

Tuesday 11:30 a.m. Chapel CenterWednesday11:30 a.m. Chapel CenterThursday11:30 a.m. Chapel CenterFriday 7 a.m. Chapel Center

Saturday 5 p.m. Chapel CenterSunday 9:30 a.m. Chapel Center

PROTESTANT SERVICESSunday Worship

Gospel 11:30 a.m. Chapel CenterGeneral Protestant 11 a.m. Chapel 2

Sunday SchoolSept - May 9:30-10:30 a.m.Any questions about these services or

other religious needs call 202-767-5900

Chapel Schedule

CAMP SPRINGSCOMMUNITY CHURCH

8040 Woodyard Rd., Clinton, MD • 301-868-3030Dr. James Lowther, Pastor

www.campspringschurch.com

Sunday: Sun. School 9:45am, Worship Services 11:00am & 6:00pm

Wednesday: AWANA, Teen Clubs, Adult Prayer & Bible Study 7:00pm

An Independent Bible Centered Church • In the Baptist Tradition - Missionary minded

Affiliated with IFCA International • Nursery Available All Services

Call 301-670-7106

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