Shield a Badge

Although it may appear that the attack on police officers have dropped, Texas has still lost 24 officers in the line of duty so far this year. The good news is, the attacks have dropped. But still, every day these officers put their lives on the line to protect each on of us.

But it isn’t just the attacks on the officers, our communities have seen attacks in our churches and now with pro-choice protesters. These officers have to work these events. I can tell you first hand, walking into a church that a gunman has gone into and killed several children and adults is not something you ever forget. These officers must work these cases and console those families and then try to figure out how to control their own emotions.

So please, keep your local police, fire and first responders in your prayers everyday. When we pray for the officers Safety, Good Judgment, and Safe Return Home, we are praying for their protection. We must also pray for their mental safety. On a daily bases, officers see and deal with the worst of society. They see hatred and disrespect against others – sometimes family members, sometimes children, others complete strangers.

I am so proud of my Brother Knights across this great State of Texas and their support of our Police, Fire, and First Responders. Several councils continue to adopt officers from their communities and are praying for them daily. I enjoyed visiting with some of you at the Program Table State Convention where I had some information about the Shield a Badge program.

If you would like to start a Shield a Badge program in your council, please contact me at pghenz@yahoo.com.This program does qualify for a Community Program and make sure you complete the Fraternal Program Report Form #10784.