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Luke AFB Exchange offers new, old programs Chaplain’s thoughts ...
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A cast of Disney, Marvel and “Star Wars” brands completed 12th grade.
is joining forces with the Army & Air Force Ex- Consider the symbols that mark our lives as Airmen. Our duty
change Service to bring a special, dedicated sec- The Luke Exchange is rewarding military stu- badges identify what we do, our unit seals identify which squadron we
tion to the Luke Exchange. dents who excel in the classroom with its You Made work in, and we have RMOs in our pockets that identify our squadron
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The standalone section, called “Disney at the grades who maintain a B average or better are States Constitution that represent the people and the political ethos
Exchange,” showcases merchandise from Disney HOLJLEOH WR UHFHLYH D FRXSRQ ERRN ÀOOHG ZLWK IUHH of our nation. These symbols hold great meaning for Airmen; indeed
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as well as Marvel and “Star Wars” properties. You Made the Grade offers for 2015 include free Similarly, all religions have symbols that represent and explain
food items from Taco Bell, Charleys, Popeye’s and some aspect of their faith. The Om of Hinduism, the Dharma Wheel
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clothing, as well as toys and other merchandise Students who make the grade will also score that represent the world’s great religions.
tied to current Walt Disney Company theatrical Snack Avenue coupons for a free fountain drink,
releases and television content. including the frozen Yeti drink, and a complimen- While these symbols are not always understood, they should be
tary hot dog or roller grill item. Other offers include respected. Furthermore we, as Airmen, are the defenders of religious
“The Exchange brings a taste of home to ev- discounts on backpacks, shoes and more. freedom in America, and as such we are the defenders of these and
ery member of the military family,” said Aileen many other symbols. Every Airman should take pride in the truth
Rivenburg, Luke Exchange general manager. Scholars can also enter the You Made the Grade that they protect the right of every American to worship according
“Bringing Disney into the Exchange is another semiannual sweepstakes to receive gift cards worth to the dictates of their own conscience.
example of our continuing desire to deliver top $2,000, $1,500 or $500. Entries for the gift card
brands directly to shoppers at Luke AFB.” sweepstakes drawing can be submitted twice a I encourage you to hold to your religious faith and the symbols
year, with drawings typically held in June and thereof, yet respect the right of others to worship in a way that is
You made the grade program December. different from your own. This mindset has worked well for our society
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Students, including those who are home schooled, respect and the courtesy that we would want for ourselves.
Besides handling daily schoolwork, studying and can receive a You Made the Grade coupon booklet
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including coping with separation from parents and an overall B average at the Luke AFB Exchange
multiple moves. In fact, according to the Military DGPLQLVWUDWLYH RIÀFH (OLJLEOH VWXGHQWV FDQ SLFN Courtesy of Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Larry Fowler
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up one booklet for each qualifying report card.
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