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May 12, 2023

Bandera American Legion hosts 24-hour vigil for National Peace Officer’s Memorial Day

The Bandera American Legion Post 157, along with its Auxiliary and American Legion Riders, will host a 24-hour vigil to honor and remember fallen peace officers from Bandera, the Hill Country, and the United States, from May 14, at 6 a.m., until May 15, at 6 a.m.
During this vigil, volunteers are invited to stand a one-hour shift beside a table of honor that consists of a round table covered in a white cloth with a Bible, a rose, and a candle. 
The round table is emblematic of their continuous service. 
The white cloth is emblematic of the purity of their calling. 
A rose is on the table to remind us of our love for them and them for us as well as being a link to the National Memorial in Washington DC. 
Finally, the Bible is open to John 15:13 to remind us of the sacrifice of the fallen.
During the one-hour shift we ask that volunteers stand, if possible. 
The purpose of the volunteers is to stand for those who can no longer stand, protect the table of honor, and show respect to our Law Enforcement Officers and their fallen comrades. 
If the volunteer is unable to stand for any part of the hour, a chair will be available for them to sit on. 
Volunteers are welcome to bring and drink water or other non-alcoholic beverages, however they are asked to not bring or consume food during the time they stand unless medically required. 
As far as attire, volunteers are welcome to dress comfortably and for the weather, but they are requested to dress cleanly and respectfully in a manner that brings honor to the fallen.
A flag retirement ceremony will follow at approximately 5 p.m., by either the American Legion Post 157 or the local Boy Scout Troop 146. For more informaiton, please call 830-796-7528.
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