Category Archives: American Tragedies

9-11 Brings Anxiety for Many of Us

Posted on September 12, 2019 by bobossleryahoocom

Like all of you, 911 is really tough to reflect on each year. Those of us who worked on site at Ground Zero remember horrible pain, vulnerability, panic, anxiety, depression, and many other feelings that cause us great discomfort. It … Continue reading →

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A Chaplain Reflects on the Parkland School Shooting on the One-Year Anniversary

Posted on February 14, 2019 by bobossleryahoocom

By Chaplain Bob Ossler Valentine’s Day represents romance and love for couples—or lack of—for anxious, lonely singles. However, for parents, family, and friends of the 17 victims (14 students, 3 staff) of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas School shooting in 2018, … Continue reading →

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September 11 Ground Zero Heroes

Posted on September 5, 2018 by bobossleryahoocom

by Chaplain Bob Ossler and Janice Hall Heck “Heroes may not be braver than anyone else. They’re just braver five minutes longer.” Ronald Reagan First responders, emergency workers, firefighters, police officers, construction workers search and rescue teams, search and recovery … Continue reading →

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Never Forget: Missing Persons, September 11, 2001

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Janice Hall Heck

By Bob Ossler and Janice Hall Heck In memory of those who lost their lives at Ground Zero after the terrorist attacks, and in recognition of the heroes who served there in the search and rescue, search and recovery, clean-up … Continue reading →

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