“Remembering Our Heroes”, on Friday, September 12, is an event honoring our local heroes: our first responders and servicemen. The Jerseyville United Methodist Church invites you to join us as we pay tribute to those who selflessly risk their lives to keep peace, protect freedom and save lives. “Remembering Our Heroes” is a community event in recognition of 9/11, that will begin at 6:00pm at Jerseyville United Methodist Church, located at 1200 South Liberty Street. On the north end of the parking lot, we will have a meet and greet time with local heroes and their emergency vehicles. Be sure to bring your cameras, as this will be a wonderful photo opportunity for children and families. There will be free hot dogs and chips, too. At 7:00pm, all are invited into the church for a free concert. Upcoming artist Kyle Torrence will provide music for all ages. We are very honored to present a special guest speaker, Marine Cpl. Justin McLoud. Cpl. McLoud became a triple amputee while on his third deployment in Afghanistan. He has endured more than fifty surgeries, with grueling rehabilitation. Cpl. McLoud wondered how he would adjust to his life in a wheelchair, in a home that was hard to maneuver in, and with a young son to raise.
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