September Family Newsletter HQSVC Co

Headquarters and Service Company 2d MLG (Forward) Family Newsletter
Volume 2, Issue 1 SEPTEMBER 2011
From the Company Commander

Major John P. Flynn
CALENDAR September
OF
EVENTS
August reminded East Coast residents of the importance of electricity, as fallen trees took down With September power lines. comes the first day of Autumn. Traditionally, Labor Day is celebrated by most Americans as the symbolic end of Summer. Swimming pools are closed, school is in session, and the beginning of football season is here. Half of our company is turning over, and we have crossed the midway point of our deployment. Those who are serving the 12-month tour are taking turns on rest and relaxation leave. We have already welcomed aboard 25 percent of those deploying to join our efforts in support of Operation Enduring Freedom 11.2. We are bidding farewell and following seas to some Marines and Sailors assigned to our headquarters and most assigned to our services detachments (Disbursing, Food Service, Marine Continued on Page 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1 2 3 4 5
From the Company Commander / Calendar of Events
2: Baby Budget Workshop (0900-1030) Workforce Learning Center, Bldg 524 6: Beyond the Brief Workshop #1: When Coping is More Difficult Than I Thought / Separation The Stress, The Anxiety, The Fear (1830-2030) 9: Kids In The Midst Workshop (1800-2000) 12: Cooperative Parenting and Divorce (0800-1500) 13: Spanish LINKS for Spouses (0900-1530) 13: Beyond the Brief Workshop #2: Safe and Sound Home (1830-2030) 15: Luncheon for Spouses of Deployed Marines and Sailors, Ball Center (1100) 16: Command Team Meeting, CLR-27 (1330) 19: Jump-N-Jax Potluck for Families of Deployed Marines and Sailors (1800) 20: Beyond the Brief Workshop #3: Understanding Money (1830-2030) 27: Beyond the Brief Workshop #4: Casualty Assistance Process (1830-2030) 29: Kids-N-Deployment Workshop (1830-2000)
For a Full Calendar of 2011 Events and Description of Programs, Visit Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) at 2011 Marine Corps Family Team Building Event Calendar RESERVATIONS FOR THE ABOVE CLASSES:
From the Chaplain / Family Readiness Officer From the Company First Sergeant Opportunities and Resources FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
GENERAL INQUIRIES & REGISTRATION: (910) 451-0176 L.I.N.K.S. CONTACT: (910) 451-1299 MCFTB CONTACT: (910) 451-0176 HEALTH PROMOTIONS: (910) 451-2865
A mind always employed is always happy. This is the true secret, the grand recipe, for felicity. ~Thomas Jefferson
Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx
Corps Community Services, Postal, and Personnel Retrieval and Processing). For those redeploying, return and reunion is an especially emotional time for both the family and the Marine or Sailor, and it requires patience and understanding on the part of everyone during this readjustment period. Best of luck to all facing this joyous time and challenge. September is full of patriotic events as we celebrate Americas productivity by kicking off the month with Labor Day. We then commemorate the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on Patriot Day. A week later, our nation expresses appreciation for those sacrifices that prisoners of war and those missing in action have made, on National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Be sure to take advantage of Marine Corps Family Team Buildings four Beyond the Brief workshops designed for participants to gain a deeper insight to those issues that most concern families before, during All participants are and after a deployment. guaranteed to meet other family members with whom they share things in common with AND learn something, whether this is the first or fifth deployment. Last but not least, as highlighted in green on the front page of this newsletter, on Thursday, 15 September, the FRO has scheduled a luncheon for spouses of deployed Marines and Sailors, and on Monday, September 19, another Jump-N-Jax potluck dinner, just for our families. As always, I encourage you to take advantage of at least one opportunity in this newsletter, whether it is family, financial or physical fitness. Semper Fi! John P. Flynn Major, USMC
Prayer Works
Chaplain Michael Tomlinson
As hurricane Irene headed toward North Carolina, I was reminded of how little control we have on the forces of nature. But I can attest to the power of prayer and Gods love. While serving with 1st Battalion, 2d Marines (1/2), I learned quickly there was a morale killer 1/2 couldnt influence the weather. During a cold December field exercise (FEX), they were worried wed get freezing rain. To reassure them, I said, You dont have to worry about rain as long as me and RP (Religious Person), my assistant, are with you. I probably shouldnt have been so bold, but the British Special Air Services motto is, (He) Who Dares, Wins! I told them, I know the God that controls the weather and hell answer my prayers. I may have been presumptive, but God was generous, and it never rained on 1/2 while RP and I were with them. Throughout the year, it snowed, and it was hot with bugs, but it did not rain on us in the field. In war, there will be deaths and injuries (that is the nature of war), but even in war, God performs miracles. The other day, I was talking to a Marine dog handler (a good Christian from the Lutheran Missouri Synod) whose canine Marine literally laid on an improvised explosive device (IED) to save his and two other Marines lives. The Marine told me, with misty eyes and a sense of awe in his voice, It wasnt an accident. What was it? It was an act of love and a miracle of one Marine sacrificing to save other Marines. Know that prayer works even when you least expect it. Remember to respect others and insure theyre ready to listen before sharing. That way you both can benefit from the wisdom of the Patriots who gave us our Constitution the guarantor of our freedom and liberty.
This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave. ~Elmer Davis
From the First Sergeant

1stSgt Jerry Lopez
thank our family and friends for their constant support and motivation. Semper Fi!
September is here, and we are halfway through our deployment. Some of our Warriors finished their deployment in August, and others began theirs. As we continue long work days, these Marines and Sailors show constant motivation to accomplish the mission and ensure that their replacements are set up for success. The past month was another great month for the 2d MLG (Fwd) headquarters as we added some new additions to our Warrior family, and some outstanding Marines and Sailors were recognized for their hard work and accomplishments. I would like to welcome our newest members to the 2d MLG family: Ariya Leger, daughter of Corporal Jonathan and Nakyshi Leger (Landing Support Detachment), born on August 9. Also, Raymond Edward Peel, son of Sergeant John and Franchely Peel (MCCS), born on August 10. Congratulations to these families, and we would like to welcome our new baby devil pups to the family. Sergeant Hill from Landing Support Detachment (Landing Support Det) was recently selected for the Marine Corps Leagues Sergeant Harry D. Myers Award for logistics excellence. Sergeant Hill will receive this award in October 2011. We also conducted several boards this past month for Combat Meritorious Corporal and Senior Sailor of the Quarter as well as Blue Jacket of the Quarter. Lance Corporal Jarmarus Greeley III (Disbo) and Lance Corporal Charles Shoenfelt III (G-6) won the Combat Meritorious Corporal boards at both levels, at both the Company and Group Levels. The Blue Jacket of the Quarter (3rd Quarter) was Hospitalman Joshua McFarland (Enhanced Partnering Team), and Hospital Corpsman First Class Patrick McElhinny (EPT) won the Senior Sailor of the Quarter (3rd Quarter). Both of these outstanding Sailors won at the Company Level and are currently competing at the Group Level. Last but not least, I want to
Jerry E. Lopez 1stSgt Lopez, USMC
From the Family Readiness Officer (FRO)

Mr. Jos L. Padilla
Greetings! We pushed through August, school has started and we are recovering from Hurricane Irenes visit to Eastern North Carolina. We are in the process of moving replacements forward and welcoming back a portion of those deployed in the January to March time frame. Information flow with the small groups that have returned has been exceptional, and I expect it will continue as the groups get larger. Our delivery of homecoming information to each of you hinges on your Marine/Sailors designation of you as a contact and our receipt of a valid email address and contact information for you. As soon as I have your Marine/Sailors arrival information, I will contact you with this information. Please continue to Like our CLR-27 Facebook web page: CLR-27 Facebook Web Page We post to this page almost daily concerning general information, available resources, articles, links to flyers and other websites and anything else that may interest or assist our Marines, Sailors and their families. If you have any comments, questions or concerns or need assistance, please contact me at 451-1284 or email me at jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil. God Bless, Jos
Opportunities and Resources

2d MLG Facebook: 2d MLG Facebook CLR-27 Facebook: CLR-27 Facebook EXTRA! EXTRA! Read All About It! Photos, Videos & Articles of Your 2d MLG Marines and Sailors in Afghanistan. See our Warriors Log here: Warrior's Log Free Personal Financial Management Classes 8 & 29 Sep Taking Control of Your Finances 15 Sept Car Buying: Getting a Fair Deal 22 Sep Investment Basics Financial Counseling MCCS Bldg 302, Holcomb Blvd. To register, please call 910-451-2865. Individual appointments are also available. Call 451-2865 or email at ellsrr@usmcmccs.org or SummervilleL@usmc-mccs.org.
Labor Day Below: First Labor Day in the United States, 1882, New York City.
Baby Budget Workshop 2 September: 0900-1030; Workforce Learning Center, Bldg 524 The Budget for Baby workshop will teach budgeting techniques & the impact a baby has on a family's finances. A FREE layette is available to all USMC/USN families who attend that class and are expecting a baby. The layettes contain brand name infant items and a handmade blanket. Call 451-5346/5584 to register for the next class. Baby and Me at the MCX MCX issues a $10 gift card when a parent brings birth certificate to the Customer Service desk within 30 days of the birth. Pregnancy (Prenatal & Postnatal Up to 6 Months) Exercise Class Prenatal and Postnatal (up to 6 months), exercise includes resistance training and yoga. Open to all eligible TRICARE Beneficiaries, Childcare is available at TT2 Fitness Center only. Register for Childcare in the TT2 Fitness Center Playroom at TT2 Childcare Development Center 450-1681. Mondays & Wednesdays at TT2 Fitness Center 1030-1130. Thursdays at French Creek Fitness Center 1530-1630. To register call: Naval Hospital Health Promotion & Wellness.
RECOMMENDED FOR SPOUSES, FIANCS & EXTENDED FAMILIES OF DEPLOYED MARINES AND SAILORS Beyond the Brief: 6-week Fall Series of Resiliency Workshops This is a 6-week series that provides information in a relaxed, interactive, informal atmosphere. If you are unable to attend one or more sessions, then simply attend any that you can.
conflict and help establish a positive, long term relationship with the childs other parent. Location: MCFTB Office, LCH 4012A, MWP MFS Annex Phone: 910-450-8467 READINESS AND DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT WORKSHOPS Kids in the Midst Workshop 9 Sep: 1800-2000
Kids-N-Deployment Workshop 29 Sep: 1830-2000 This is 2 workshops in 1, both a parents and childrens workshop. Parents on one side, children on the other. Offers both parents and children coping skills needed to sustain them during the deployment; the parents side focuses on childrens emotional and behavioral challenges as well as coping strategies and resources to utilize during the deployment. Contact: (910) 451-0176 Hours: 0730-1600 Monday-Friday LC4012A Butler Drive, Midway Park Free childcare is available for attending workshops. You MUST contact Brewster CDC to register, 450-8467.
Parenting Class: Cooperative Parenting and Divorce 12 September: 0800-1500 This workshop will help you create a partnership with your former spouse to build a strong coparent relationship for your child. Gives separated and divorcing parents the power to make positive changes to shield children from
The FOCUS Project This project intends to assist family members by alleviating deployment-induced stress. It intends to enhance family communication and support by developing a shared family narrative about the deployment experiences. It provides individual and community level consultations, workshops, and skill-building groups designed to support family resilience. Family-friendly hours. 798 Brewster Blvd, Bldg 40, Russell Ctr, Camp Lejeune Call: 910.450.5631/2/3/5 MCCS Lejeune Focus Project www.focusproject.org Marine and Family Services Center Russell Marine & Family Services Center is in Bldg 40, Brewster Blvd, and has a website:
MCCS Lejeune Marine and Family Service Center
Spanish Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge and Skills Class for Spouses 13 Sep: 0900-1530
NACRRA USMC DEPLOYMENT RESPITE CARE PROGRAM In response to the Global War on Terrorism, the Onslow County Partnership for Children (OCPC) has contracted with the National Association of Childcare Resource and Referral Agencies (NACRRA) to provide respite care services. Military families who have a deployed family member and are affiliated with Camp Lejeune, New River Air Station and Cherry Point Air Station are eligible for up to 16 hours per month of free child care. Contact OCPC at 938-0336.
Military Connection: Job Resources Woman-owned business located in Simi Valley, CA. Since 1999, their mission is to serve active duty and reserve military, veterans, retirees, DOD civil servants, and spouses and dependents. Offers many job resources. http://www.militaryconnection.com FREE stuffcheckout Military One Source. https://www.militaryonesource.com Military One Source includes FREE TAX filing assistance. Also, free books, to include best sellers, playaways (books on MP3s) and notification of free/special discounts for places such as Disney Parks. Visit the website and utilize the FREE services provided.
September is Hispanic American Heritage Month
POW / MIA Recognition Day: 16 September
Company Leadership Commanding Officer Major John Flynn Email: john.flynn@afg.usmc.mil Executive Officer Captain Gregory Ryan Scott Email: Gregory.scott@afg.usmc.mil First Sergeant First Sergeant Jerry Lopez Email: jerry.lopez@afg.usmc.mil Chaplain LCDR Michael Tomlinson Email: michael.tomlinson@afg.usmc.mil
Health Promotion Classes Free for both service members & family members. Drug & Alcohol abuse, Public Health (Stress Management, Anger Management, Healthy Communication, Nutrition, etc.) Bldg 302, Holcomb Blvd. To register, call 910.451.2865. MCCS Lejeune Health Promotion Classes 2d MLG Websites HQSVC Company (Forward) Website 2d MLG Facebook 2d MLG PAO YouTube 2d MLG Website CLR-27 Website
First Day of Autumn: 23 September
Photo of Great Smoky Mountains National Park
FREE Workshops for all military family members at Career Management Resource Center (CMRC)! Workshops include topics such as Skills Assessment, Resum Writing tips, and Federal Employment Guidelines. For more information, call 451-3212, email debra.singleton@usmc.mil, visit Bldg 40, or the CMRCs website at:
MCCS Lejeune Career Management Resource Center
Camp Lejeune Commissary Store Hours

Normal Hours Sun: 1100 - 1800 Mon: 0930 - 2000 Tue: 0930 - 2000 Wed: 0930 - 2000 Thu: 0930 - 2000 Fri: 0930 - 2000 Sat: 0900 - 1900
USO & Rocket Life Productions Free Photo Book Free photo book for military from USO and Rocket Life Productions. Click on the below USO patch:
Military ID Cards for 10th Birthday Camp Lejeune Reception Center, Bldg 59, is open 0630 1800 Monday through Thursday and 0630 1600 on Fridays. The Courthouse Bay ID Card Center is the satellite ID card center, located in Bldg BB-12. Hours of operation 0730 - 1600, Monday through Friday.
MCFTB Location: Midway Park Marine Corps Family Team Building has moved to Building LC-4102A, Butler Drive, in the Midway Park Marine and Family Services Annex. Hours are Monday to Friday from 0730-1600. 451-0176. Also, moved are the New Parent Support Group and Children Youth and Teen Programs, which are also located here. FREE Child Care for MCFTB events If you have not done so, please register your children in order to take advantage of the FREE childcare. To utilize the FREE childcare services provided by the Brewster Childcare Development Center (CDC) during MCFTB training or CDC-supported unit functions, you must register your children at the CDC & Youth Pavilion located at Midway Park. The CDC provides childcare for registered children between the ages of six-weeks-old and up to 12-yearsold. Prior to events, parents must call 450-8467 to make their reservations as soon as possible but at least 72 hours in advance. All children must be registered with Children, Youth, and Teen Programs (have a white card). Registration may be completed at the Resource & Referral Office, Bldg LCH 4012, Butler Drive, Midway Park (next to the Midway Park Chapel), (910) 449-9552 or 449-9563 Mon-Fri, 0800-1600. Please bring child's shot records to register and a copy of the most recent medical physical, if available.
Patriot Day: 11 September
September 11, 2001
We Will Never Forget

September Family Events
Date
Event
Location
Time
Child Sponsor Care? (Cost)
Beyond The Brief #1: When Coping Is More Difficult 9-Sep Kids In The Midst Beyond The Brief #2: Safe and 13-Sep Sound Home Luncheon for Spouses of 15-Sep Deployed Marines and Sailors 6-Sep 16-Sep Command Team Meeting HQSVC Co (Fwd) Jump-N-Jax Pot Luck Beyond The Brief #3: 20-Sep Understanding Money Beyond The Brief #4: Casualty 27-Sep Assistance Process 29-Sep Kids-N-Deployment 19-Sep
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Russell Center Russell Center Russell Center Ball Center Bldg 327 CLR27 Conf Rm Jump-N-Jax Russell Center Russell Center Russell Center
1830 MCFTB Yes 1800 MCFTB No 1830 MCFTB Yes 1100 CLR27 1330 CLR27 1800 CLR27 Yes Yes No
1830 MCFTB Yes 1830 MCFTB Yes 1830 MCFTB No
Q: What is the composition of 2d MLG (Fwd)? A: It is comprised of Headquarters and Service Company [HQSVC Company (Forward)], two Combat Logistics Battalions, an Engineer Support Battalion, MAGTF Support Battalion (elements of Dental, Maintenance, Medical, and Supply Battalion), and an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Company. Each battalion has its own FRO. HQSVC Company (Forward)'s FRO is not only our company FRO, but he is also CLR-27's FRO. Q: I would like to receive email updates from HQSVC Company, 2d MLG (Fwd) FRO while my Marine or Sailor is deployed. How can I get added to the distribution list? A: Contact the FRO, Jose Padilla at (910) 451-1284 or via email at jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil. Q: Who should I contact if I have any additional questions, needs or concerns? A: You should contact the FRO, Mr. Jos Padilla. Q: Prior to the deployment, Marines and Sailors were informed that Wi Fi would be available. When will it become available? A: Camp Leatherneck now has a free service operational in our billeting area. Camp Dwyer has limited free services and some pay services. Q: What is my Marines / Sailors mailing address? A: (RANK) (FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME), 2D MLG FWD, S-1, HQSVC CO, UNIT 73951, FPO AE 09510-3951 Q: How can I find out when my Marine or Sailor is returning? A: The FRO will notify you based on the information that he is provided from his authorized HQSVC points of contact from Afghanistan. Your patience will be appreciated during this time. The larger flights will be returning in mid-August & late-September. Q: How can I view previous editions of the HQSVC Company, 2d MLG (Forward) family newsletters? A: Please visit HQSVC Company (Fwd) webpage.

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Headquarters and Service Company 2d MLG (Forward) Family Newsletter

Volume 2, Issue 1 SEPTEMBER 2011

From the Company Commander

From the First Sergeant

Jerry E. Lopez 1stSgt Lopez, USMC

From the Family Readiness Officer (FRO)

Opportunities and Resources

September is Hispanic American Heritage Month

POW / MIA Recognition Day: 16 September

First Day of Autumn: 23 September

Photo of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Camp Lejeune Commissary Store Hours

Patriot Day: 11 September

September 11, 2001

We Will Never Forget

September Family Events

Child Sponsor Care? (Cost)

1830 MCFTB Yes 1830 MCFTB Yes 1830 MCFTB No

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