On this day 16 years ago, 19 militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Pennsylvania. Almost 3,000 people were killed during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which triggered major U.S. initiatives to combat terrorism and defined the presidency of George W. Bush. (http://www.history.com/topics/9-11-attacks). We remember our brothers and sisters who perished in the attacks of 9-11. 

We also remember all those effected by the Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. May God be with those currently in harm's way and may we be responsive to the things we can do to help whether it be meeting physical, emotional or spiritual needs. Our thoughts and prayers are with our fellow citizens as well as those in leadership who are aiding and assisting in the protection and relief efforts of all involved.

Last week it was good to hear from our good Sheriff Jim Hammond. I really appreciate his efforts to research and visit municipalities who are doing well and what he is trying to get accomplished here in Hamilton County. We wish him well in his endeavors.

This week we will hear from Kim Shumpert from Bethel Bible Village. She will be sharing with us about Bethel's impact in the lives of children and their families to help them through crisis. It's an excellent presentation you won't want to miss.

Announcements:

• Next week (Sept 20), Scott "Quake" McMahon from SportsTalk will be our program speaker. Come in your college's colors!
• Our monthly board meeting will also meet next Wednesday (20th).
• Hurricane Harvey
  • Charlie Callari is looking for help in raising money for victims of Hurricane Harvey through a telethon on WRCB this Friday. See your email from Justin Porter for more information.            http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/36339416/channel-3-and-red-cross-team-up-to-host-hurricane-relief-telethon
  • Rotary International District 5930 has partnered with the nonprofit McAllen North Rotary Fund to set up an emergency relief fund for those effected by the storms of Hurricane Harvey.  
    • https://www.rotary.org/en/texas-district-collects-emergency-funds-hurricane-harvey-victims
• Service Opportunities
  • The Pet Placement Center will be holding its annual fundraiser, Wags & Wheels car show on September 30. 

• RYLA 2017 - Saturday, September 23rd. See Rotarian Dale Rardin if you would like to go

“Training Youth for Leadership Tomorrow”