The 232nd Birthday of the Constitution Celebrated September 21st

The Celebration is at Mt. Hebron Cemetery Chapel (Winchester, VA) Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10:30 AM.

As Benjamin Franklin left the Constitutional Convention in 1787, he was reportedly asked what kind of government the founders would propose. He replied, “A republic, if you can keep it.” What a remarkable gift the framers left us in the Constitution.

A program of thanksgiving for the Constitution of the United States will be presented at 10:30 AM, Saturday, September 21, 2019 at Mt. Hebron Cemetery. The Chapel is located immediately to your left as you enter the cemetery under the “Arch.” Essential aspects of our Constitution and the importance of civic education, civil discourse and mutual respect in maintaining a healthy republic will be discussed. This will be an exciting, “living history” event!

Students, parents, teachers and the public are encouraged to attend. Attendance is free. Parking is available near the site.

Co-chairing the event will be General George Washington, himself, portrayed by Dale Carpenter from Front Royal.

Forty American Revolution War veterans buried in Mt. Hebron Cemetery will be honored for their sacrifice in securing our Independence and Freedom. A Nation governed by a Constitution is what they fought and died to establish.

Numbers of scholars will speak on the Constriction and Bill of Rights. Revolutionary War Soldiers and re-enactors will bring the audience back in history using dynamic storytelling elements. Liberty Man, a popular “old soldier” will meet children and adults who attend. Liberty Man portrays his Great X4 Grandfather Abel Johnston who fought the British alongside General Daniel Morgan. Many other descendants of soldiers, who fought in the Revolution, will be present.

Master of Ceremonies Alan Morrison, a well-liked pastor in the Shenandoah Valley, will share master of ceremonies duties with General George Washington, who has come to honor his old soldiers buried at the Winchester Cemetery.

Hundreds of Soldiers, Marines and Sailors who fought in all our wars for our Constitution are buried at Mt. Hebron. This is your opportunity to honor those who fought and died for our Freedoms with your presence.

The Shenandoah Christian Alliance is the principal sponsor of this event. For more information contact: Larry Johnson at 540.635.5521 or at larrywjohnson@embarqmail.com, or Dale Carpenter at 540.622.2606.

Constitution and Bill of Rights Celebration Agenda

10:30 A.M.

September 21, 2019

Mt. Hebron Cemetery Chapel, Winchester, Virginia

Commemorating the 230th Birthday of the Bill of Rights, Approved September 25 1789

Presiding Pastor Alan L. Morrison**

Prologue-Pastor Alan Morrison**- Christ Reigns Presbyterian Church, Cedar Creek, VA.

• Dedication of Program-Rev. Jim Simmons,** Baptist Pastor, Hebron Baptist Church, Gore, VA

• Welcome, Dale Carpenter,** Shenandoah Christian Alliance.

• Great Procession and Posting of Colors*- Sons of the Revolution (SAR) and Flag Bearer Brandon Martin, Scout Troop 5 Strasburg, VA.

• Presentation of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Jack Van Norton.

• The Pledge of Allegiance - Jason Capps Scout Troop 5.

Remembrance Soldiers Buried In Mt. Hebron Cemetery. Dale Corey,** President, SAR.

• Prayers for Revolutionary War Soldiers- The Rt. Rev. Larry W. Johnson**

• General Washington, Portrayed by Dale Carpenter Takes his Position with Honor Guard.

• The Declaration of Independence Opening Sentences- Cole Hollar Scout Troop 5.

• The Constitution Preamble- Joesph Alanize Scout, Troop 5.

• “Thoughts on the Bill of Rights,”- Mark Quimby, Army (Retired), Op-ed Contributor.

• “The Bill of Rights” an Exegesis-Kelly O’Neal and Bob Gault- Shenandoah Christian Alliance.

• Prayers for our Military, Police and Law Officers- Billy Williams, Chester Baptist Church.

• Prayers for our Police, First Responders, Nurses and Doctors- Collette Gault, Chester Gap Baptist Church

• Prayers for all Pastors and Congregations, Rev. James Boyette, The Living Water Christian Church.

• Role Call of Signers of the U.S. Constitution, Gen. George Washington and Pastor Alan Morrison**

• Benediction Chapel, Rev. Jim Simmons,** Chaplain, Col. James Wood II Chapter, (SAR).

Gen. George Washington orders Musket Salute. Marc Robison and Color Guard Commander Responds.

• Procession from Chapel to General Daniel Morgan’s Grave. Flag Bearers, Honor Guard, and Participants.

• Black Robe Regiment lays wreathe at Gen. Daniel Morgan Grave. Prayers offered by Rev. Jim Simmons**, Pastor Alan Morrison**, and the Rt. Rev. Larry W. Johnson.**

• All Veterans and Military Personnel approach Grave and render Hand Salute.

• Benediction General Morgan Grave, the Rt. Rev. Larry W. Johnson.** Past Pres. James Wood II Chapter.

Participating Organizations:

• Shenandoah Christian Alliance, Northern Shenandoah Valley, VA
• Col. James Wood II, Chapter Virginia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
• Christ Reigns Presbyterian Church, Cedar Creek, VA
• The Anglican Church of Virginia, Front Royal, VA
• Boy Scouts, Troop 5, Strasburg, VA
• St. Michael the Archangel, Anglican Church, Winchester, VA
• Black Robe Regiment, VA
• Hebron Baptist Church, Gore, VA
• Chester Gap Baptist Church, Front Royal, VA
• The Living Water Christian Church, Front Royal, VA

**Descendant of an American Revolutionary Soldier.