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Writer's pictureCol (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Today's Message is: "Community Day!" Why Not?

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Good “Thursday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 12 May 2022!


Today’s Message is: “Community Day!” Why Not?


“What makes a great community leader? Most importantly, they care about the people. They have the ability to inspire people, show empathy, communicate with strength and skill, and show pride in their work. Community leaders are the problem solvers and get people to work together for a common goal or purpose. Leadership encompasses leading organizations, communities, and groups of people toward something greater than themselves. Are you ready and willing to build a community?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Join your host Volunteer, Veteran & Mental Health Peer Specialist SSG (Ret) Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Peer Group Support sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. Where "Sharing is Caring!"


Invite a Friend, tell a friend, and share with your friends!


Get connected and get involved with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, and Caretakers every Thursday Night!


TONIGHT's Topic: "M & M's!"


Drop in every Friday and Monday Morning for a "Coffee Break!" with Volunteer, Veteran, and Peer Support Specialist SFC (Ret) Rick Williamson as part of Victory for Veterans (VFV) "Warriors for Life" (WFL) Online Peer Group Support Program, where "Sharing is Caring!" Check out the dates and times below!


Victory for Veterans (VFV) "Warriors for Life" (WFL) Online Peer Group Support "Coffee Break!" – Friday, 13 May 2022 starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET and Monday, 16 May 2022 starting at 5:00 AM PT, 6:00 AM MT, 7:00 AM CT, and 8:00 AM ET


The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:


“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” — Unknown Author


More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“The best advice I can give on building a community online is… be the community you want to have.” — Darren Rowse


“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.”— Margaret J. Wheatley

“Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community.” — Anthony J. Dangelo


“Community is about doing something together that make belonging matter.” — Brian Solis

“The future of every community lies in capturing the passion, imagination, and resources of its people.” — Ernesto Sirolli


“Community is the foundation to success.” — Kristen Jones

“When you choose to give up your time and resources to participate in community work, that’s what makes a leader.” — Dolores Huerto

Be a Survivor and Reach Out and Join Victory for Veterans, Inc for our Warriors for Life (WFL) “Peer-to Peer” Online Peer Group Support where “Sharing is Caring:

“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Check out all the BLOGs here on Victory for Veterans: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/

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gasman0617
gasman0617
May 12, 2022

Yes,still working the afternoon shift on Thursdays. Still enjoying the volunteering.

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Awesome. Glad you’re enjoying it Robert. Good evening

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
May 12, 2022

Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. When I first saw the topic, I first thought of the military/veteran communities that I am personally aware of or have participated in, at different points in my life. However, I thought that I would address the issue of what is a Christian community. I hope what I selected below, explains some different viewpoints. Have a blessed day today and always, as y’all seek to participate in your given community of choice.


Taken From:https://www.compellingtruth.org/Christian-community.html


The Christian community – What is it?

Many people refer to the "Christian community." What is it? Usually people use this term to refer to Christians in general or the majority of…


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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
May 12, 2022
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My pleasure and I certainly will do both. Many blessings.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
May 12, 2022

Whenever I think of community in this context I fall back to the phrase " It takes a village". Honestly I have to say that the military is probably the only organization I've been involved with that really understands that concept.


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I would totally agree Jack... it's a community for sure and it's one that continues even after you leave the active organization - it becomes the Veteran Community... Have a great day brother.

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gasman0617
gasman0617
May 12, 2022

Good Thursday morning Colonel.




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Good "Thursday" Morning Robert. Thank youfor the great quotes about community today... enjoy the rest of your day. Are you still working on Thursday's?

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