Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
Our nation is bereft mourning the victims of several horrific acts of violence in recent weeks
- Innocent children killed at school
- Young refugee killed on her way home from work
- conservative speaker and 1st amendment advocate, Charlie Kirk, killed by an assassin
May we all seek God’s comfort today in the face of these tragic events. May we also seek ways in which we can comfort and strengthen one another.
In this issue:
- Tributes for First Responders
- Reagan Day Dinners
- Special Events
- September/October GOP Meetings
First Responder Tributes
Patriot Day 2025 is Back…and more!
“Today, we honor and remember the souls who perished on September 11, 2001, and those who succumbed to illness and injury in the days, months, and years that followed. We pray for the grieving families who carry their memories and for the survivors who bear enduring scars. We praise the countless firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other first responders who ran into flames, sought the injured to save lives and offer comfort, and searched through rubble for signs of life. We are eternally indebted for their selfless service.”
Excerpt, President Trump’s 2025 Proclamation of Patriot Day
In local Patriot Day events, communities honor the victims of the 2001 and 2012 terror attacks while also paying tribute to selfless public servants – the ones who run toward danger for the sake of others – firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other emergency responders such as paramedics/ambulance.
In the Upper Cumberland, two local Republican parties go an extra mile to demonstrate meaningful appreciation by hosting annual events:
Jackson County Republican Party hosts a community First Responders Breakfast. This year, the meal will be provided on September 13, 7:30 – 9:30 am at New Hope Baptist Church in Gainesboro.
White County Republican Party hosts a Christmas Dinner in December for law enforcement officers and their families, also recognizing the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for both city and county organizations.
Thank you, Jackson and White Counties for providing events fully demonstrate giving back to those that serve us all!
Reagan Day Dinners
Warren County Reagan Day Dinner – September 26th
6 – 8 pm, Doors open at 5:15 pm
The Magnolia Center
5557 Smithville Highway
McMinnville, TN 37110
You’re invited to join us for a spectacular evening at the WCRP Reagan Day Gala. Prepare yourself for an enchanting night filled with amazing speakers including: Congressman John Rose, Dr. Omar Hamada, Hannah Faulkner, and Jan. 6th Patriot Colton McAbee. Hear their inspiring stories and get connected with fellow Christian Conservatives. Space is limited so get your tickets now! Just follow the link below to purchase tickets:
Warren County GOP Dinner ticket link
Overton County Reagan Day Dinner October 25th
Program: US Congressman John Rose
Rotary Ag Building at the Overton County Fairgrounds
Social Hour at 5 pm – Dinner and Program at 6 pm
Tables of 8 for $300 Individual seats available at $40 each
Contact: Dr. Michael T. Cox (931) 397-2681
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
Monthly GOP Meetings
White County GOP – Monday, September 22nd @ 6:00 pm FB link
Program: Pastor Shahram Hadian, founder of Truth in Love Ministry
“Islamic Sabotage & Our Response”
3rd Floor, White County Courthouse
1 East Bockman Way, Sparta, TN38583
Jackson County GOP – Tuesday, September 23rd @ 6:30 pm FB link
Potluck at 6:30 pm, Meeting at 7 pm
New Hope Baptist Church
311 N. Murray St, Gainesboro TN 38562
Smith County GOP – No meeting scheduled for September FB link
Currently meeting every other month – next meeting in October
Smith County Chamber of Commerce
939 Upper Ferry Rd, Carthage, TN 37030
Cumberland County GOP – Tuesday, September 23rd @ 6 pm FB link
Program: Daniel Breeden , TN Right to Life
Cumberland County Complex
1398 Livingston Rd, Crossville, TN 38571
Warren County GOP – no meeting in September due to Reagan Day Dinner FB link
Program TBA
Warren County Admin building, Early Voting room
201 Locust Street McMinnville, TN 37110
Van Buren County GOP – No meeting in September FB link
Cumberland Co Republican Women – Thursday, October 2nd @ 5:30 pm FB link
Doors open at 5:00 pm
Program: Personal Safety and Self Defense
TCAT Building 1
910 Miller Ave, Crossville, TN 38555
Putnam County GOP – Tuesday, October 7th @ 5:30 pm FB link
Potluck at 5:30 pm (please bring sides or desserts)
Program: Jon Henry, candidate for U.S. Congress, District 6, Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter, Luke Eldridge, Vice Mayor of Cookeville, Jamie Hunter, candidate for Putnam County Trustee
90 E Spring St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Rep. Women of the Upper Cumberland – Tuesday, October 14th @ 12:00 pm (noon) FB link
Program: State Senator Paul Bailey
RSVP: tnrwuc.org
J&S Construction Building – Conference Room (Behind Holiday Inn)
1844 Foreman Dr., Cookeville
Overton County GOP – Tuesday, October 14th @ 6:30 pm FB link
Program: Honorable Van Hilleary, former congressman and candidate for U.S. Congress – District 6
Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce
222 East Main St
Livingston, TN
