HAMILTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, TN–October 31st, 2016
In this issue:
Sheriff Hammond,
Pages 1-2
Cottontail Commentary,
Page 2
Branum’s Briefs,
Page 3-4
Hispanic Health Day,
Page 4
Nolan Commendation,
Page 5
Chief Johnson, Page 6
Aegis Luncheon, Pages 7-8
Retirees’ Luncheon, Page 9
Technology &
Stranger Danger, Page 10
Roughnecks, Page 11
Whittenbarger & Dreaden
Honored, Page 12
Corrections
Communiqué, Pages 13-14
Chaplain’s Corner, Page 15
What’s Cookin’, Page 16
Lightning strikes twice in the same
place!
No, I am not talking about literal
lightning caused by weather condi-
tions which can produce a bolt from
the sky;
Continued next page
FROM THE DESK OF JIM HAMMOND
I’m talking about the fact that two
weeks ago our agency received
word from the Federal Govern-
ment Department of Justice that
the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Of-
fice was to receive a $750,000
COPS grant to add six new School
Resource Officers. These are com-
petitive grants and to submit one
is always very time consuming
and difficult, and the odds are al-
ways very high that it won’t hap-
pen. But to be selected to receive
two grants of this magnitude with-
in the last three years, is indeed a
bolt from the sky of federal fund-
ing.
In 2013, the HCSO received a one
million dollar grant from the De-
partment of Justice to fund eight
SROs for three years, provided
that Hamilton County Hamilton
County government picked up the
additional cost of the grant match,
salaries and benefits for the fourth
year along with officer equipment.
Now here we are, at the conclu-
sion of the 2013 grant, and like a
bolt out of the sky, we have been
awarded the rare addition of a
$750,000 grant to add another six
officers to our SRO Division. Once
again, Hamilton County govern-
ment will be picking up the addi-
tional cost of the grant match, sal-
aries and benefits for the fourth
year along with officer equipment.
Let me just say here how much I
appreciate our county commission
for their involvement in our SRO
projects with their support and
funding. We could not have ac-
complished this task without
them.
In total, Hamilton County will have
received a grand total of 14 new
SROs for our county school sys-
tem. Now, the sheriff’s office SROs
will have the opportunity to pro-
tect and serve, teach and mentor
many more of our young people as
they are being educated and
trained to become the next gener-
ation of leaders in business and
government for our county.
Credit for receiving this grant
funding is due to Director of
HCSO Support Services, G.A.
Bennett, for his untiring dili-
gence and determination to see
that we not only met but ex-
ceeded all the expectations of a
myriad of rules, parameters,
justifications, research data
along with the writing skills
necessary to catch the attention
of the Justice Department’s
large delegation of grant inter-
viewers and scorers across the
country. (We were the only
agency in Tennessee to receive
this grant in 2016.)
I can tell you for a certainty
that many evenings when I was
leaving the office, I would find
Director Bennett still at his
desk writing or on the phone
with Washington deep in con-
versation over issues related to
our application and submis-
sion. We all know that success
comes mostly at the expense of
hard work, skilled research and
the setting of goals and objec-
tives with a determination to
achieve them. I believe this is
what our own Gino Bennett
brought home to the HCSO in
this project.
When you see Director Bennett,
give him a thumbs up and the
accolades he rightly deserves
for his dedication to seeing that
so many of us at the sheriff’s
office have received the mil-
lions of dollars worth of equip-
ment and training we need to
accomplish our mission state-
ment of a “…commitment of
excellence….” Grant dollars
are highly prized and sought
after these days, and Director
Bennett is committed to go
searching for and pursuing the
funding we need to help make
the Hamilton County Sheriff’s
Office all it can be.
Jim Hammond, Sheriff
THE ROLL CALL IS PUBLISHED
EXCLUSIVELY FROM THE
HAMILTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE LOCATED AT
600 MARKET STREET,
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37402
(423) 209-7000
FAX: (423) 209-7001
THE EXECUTIVE EDITOR IS
G. A. BENNETT.
THE OPERATIONAL EDITOR &
PUBLISHER IS JOHN E. WATERS.
CONTRIBUTING TO THIS ISSUE ARE:
G.A. BENNETT, ALLEN BRANUM,
TRACEY CASE, DON GORMAN,
JIM HAMMOND,
MATT LEA, MIRIAM MONZON,
JOHN WATERS,
SHANNON WILSON AND
MELISSA WILSON
The Cotton Tail Commentary
by John Waters
The old German cleric in the 1500’s had a way with words,
did he not, when he said, "A natural donkey, which carries
sacks to the mill and eats thistles, can judge you - indeed, all crea-
tures can! For a donkey knows it is a donkey and not a cow. A stone
knows it is a stone; water is water, and so on through all the crea-
tures. But you mad asses do not know you are asses." (Luther's
Works, Vol. 41 p. 360) He probably faced the same political dance
we do in our culture — with vanilla labels replacing more accurate
words. A couple of issues come up here: Disrespectful name calling
should never be the norm. Second, equal rights and equal treatment
under the law are critical in a democratic society, even if the people
given equal treatment don’t extend us the same courtesy. Officers
work with the best and the worst. Law enforcement, probably more
than any other profession, lives and works between the horns of this
dilemma. We must act and talk like the best, not the worst, or we will
become like the Sovereign Citizens who targeted Afghanistan immi-
grants and their church sponsor recently. Under the law, everyone is
equal, while in reality they are not. Some are tall, others aren’t, some
are smart, others not so much, etc. Political correctness often blurs
differences. But join me in treating everyone fairly, no matter how
we feel or think of them. Or you just might be an — a donkey.
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Leadership Briefs Leadership Briefs Leadership Briefs With Chief Deputy Allen Branum
Leadership, It May Not Be What You Think
October 21st, 2016. Along with
Deputy Chief Fowler, Captain
Coppinger and P.I.O. Matt Lea, I
attended a graduation ceremo-
ny of the South Eastern Leader-
ship Academy at UTC where
Corrections Lieutenants Byron
Knight, Rex Minton, Rodney
Terrell and Jimmy Wildes were
recognized for their completion
of five (5) weeks of intense su-
pervisory and leadership train-
ing.
During the ceremony, there was
a lot of talk and emphasis on
leadership and how important
it is for each of us to take op-
portunities to lead. That
caused me to think about the
subject and how we sometimes
look at and respond to “our”
leadership role.
We all have a different story of
how we started in this profes-
sion. Some come from a family
of uniform services and some
may have just “stumbled” up on
a job posting that caught our
attention. However it began,
here we are; we have accepted
the challenge to perform our
duties with honor, integrity and
ethics!
Throughout our lives and ca-
reers, we have been taught that
leadership is represented by a
rank, position or a title. I have a
little different thought process
that I would like for each of us
to consider. Leadership is
much more than those things.
Leadership is about action and
interaction. It is about doing
what’s right, not what’s popu-
lar. Everyone in every position
or situation has an opportunity
to lead regardless of our status.
Don’t ever waiver from the
honor, integrity and ethics part
of the commitment.
We sometimes choose to com-
plain, point fingers and blame.
What if we step away from
those habits and stop waiting
for someone else to respond?
We should consider focusing on
what we can control and start
there to see what a difference
we might make. If everyone
were to start trying to set good
examples on those things we
can control, we may then real-
ize your opportunity to lead
and make positive impact on
people and situations.
As leaders, we should learn to
utilize the resources we have
available. No one has every-
thing they need to do what they
want (or need to do). Most
leaders,
manag-
ers and
supervi-
sors are
aware of
these
short-
falls.
Many changes can occur from
the bottom up, not just from the
top down. The employees who
are in the positions know what
equipment, training and re-
sources are needed to do their
job. It is their responsibility to
make sure management is
aware of the issues and that the
needs are placed in the priority
that is deserved.
An organized plan that is pre-
sented well to the appropriate
persons most often works
much better than simply just
complaining to each other. If
we truly understand leader-
ship, it is easier to initiate
change. Not only is it critical to
speak up on important issues,
but to do it in a positive way
and in the right direction. The
same amount of time and effort
it takes to complain, when fo-
cused correctly and effectively
on the correct target, often has
a much better outcome.
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If we take the time to look at
issues from someone else’s
perspective and/or from other
vantage points so we can have
a different point of view, we
may have a better understand-
ing of the situation.
A true leader knows when to
step up, when to speak up—as
well as when to shut up. So
try to make your communica-
tions clear, concise and on
point. Our actions and re-
actions can make the differ-
ence in our work environment
as well as our relationships
with co-workers and bring
effective outcomes during our
daily activities. It is often said
that all leaders can manage,
but all managers can’t lead.
Be Both!
Lead Well, Lead Right! AB
(See Corrections Page for picture)
The 2016 Dí a de Familia y Salud (Family and
Health Day) was held on Saturday, October 1st
at Highland Park Commons. This event was in-
tended for the Spanish-speaking community in
Chattanooga, One of the region's most heavily
attended Latino events, the Dí a de Familia y
Salud (formerly the La Paz Latino Health Fair)
brings together nearly 500 people each year. The
event hosted family-based activities and educa-
tional workshops, while also providing access to
health information, screenings, activities, com-
munity healthcare provider booths, food, fun
children activities and public forums that ad-
dress numerous health topics, all in Span-
ish. This year’s sponsors included many
community business and participants. The Ham-
ilton County Sheriff’s Office Explorers participat-
ed by providing fingerprinting for the children
and Reserve Officers were on-site to provide in-
formation, interact with the public and have a
great time. Thanks to everyone for coming out
and representing our agency.
Miriam Monzon
The 2016 Día de Familia y Salud (Family and Health Day)
4 The Roll Call, October 31ST, 2016
On September 5, 2016, two inmates escaped
from the Hamilton County Jail by prying open
the wire-mesh covering over a second floor win-
dow and utilizing sheets tied together to climb
down to the ground below. This daring escape
captured the local news and public’s attention as
it was the first successful escape from the Hamil-
ton County Jail in over fifteen years. One inmate
was captured shortly after the escape, but the
second, Dustin Adams, remained at large for ap-
proximately two days.
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Detective, Patri-
cia Nolan was assigned as the lead Detective to
attempt the apprehension of escapee, Dustin Ad-
ams. Detective Nolan coordinated efforts with
the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive and
Narcotics Divisions, the U.S. Marshals Service,
Chattanooga Police Department Fugitive Divi-
sion, TBI, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Fannin
County, Georgia Sheriff’s Office, and the
McCaysville, Georgia Police Department.
During the operations, a Fannin County Sheriff’s
Deputy recognized Dustin Adams from pictures
that Detective Nolan had distributed. The Depu-
ty then stopped the vehicle he was driving and
arrested him. It was soon found that Dustin Ad-
ams had committed numerous car and residen-
tial burglaries in Polk County, Tennessee and in
Fannin County, Georgia after his escape.
All of the Law Enforcement agencies involved
commented on the excellence of Detective
Nolan’s efforts. Detective Nolan’s professional-
ism in going above and beyond the call of duty in
providing coordination with the other agencies,
reflects her commitment to excellence and has a
positive reflection on the Hamilton County Sher-
iff’s Office.
(L-R) HCSO Lieutenant Van Hinton, Detective Pa-tricia Nolan, Sheriff Jim Hammond and Deputy
Chief of Law Enforcement, Bill Johnson
Detective Nolan Awarded Commendation
That
totally
relata-
ble mo-
ment
when
you run
out of
lunch
bags
but
your
dad is a
cop.
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October 10, 2016. Hamilton County Sheriff Jim
Hammond and members of the Command Staff
held an official Pinning Ceremony for newly ap-
pointed Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement,
William “Bill” Johnson. Deputy Chief Johnson is
a 29-year veteran of the HCSO and has served in
numerous positions prior to his new appoint-
ment to Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement, in-
cluding his most recent post as Captain of the
Investigative Services Division. Deputy Chief
Johnson began his career with the HCSO in 1987
as a Deputy Sheriff. He later served in the Patrol,
Narcotics, Major Crimes and Internal Affairs Di-
visions.
Deputy Chief Johnson will report directly to
Chief Deputy Allen Branum and will be responsi-
ble for all law enforcement divisions within the
HCSO, including Patrol, Traffic and Criminal In-
vestigations (CID). All HCSO Law Enforcement
Captains will now report directly to him. On
hand for the occasion were Deputy Chief John-
son’s son, HCSO K-9 Deputy, Ben Johnson and
his brother, HCSO Patrol Lieutenant, Max John-
son.
“I am very honored to have been appointed to this
position,” stated Deputy Chief Johnson at his pin-
ning ceremony. “I am grateful to the Sheriff for
this opportunity, and I look forward to the chal-
lenges that lay ahead as we all continue to move
the HCSO into the future.”
William “Bill” Johnson Appointed HCSO Deputy Chief of Law Enforcement
(L-R)
Sheriff Jim
Hammond,
Lt. Max
Johnson,
Deputy
Chief Bill
Johnson,
K-9 Deputy
Ben
Johnson
and Chief
Deputy
Allen
Branum
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October 18, 2016. Sheriff Jim
Hammond, Chief Deputy Allen
Branum, and other HCSO per-
sonnel had the privilege to at-
tend the 2016 AEGIS Law En-
forcement Foundation’s 2016
Annual Luncheon. This year’s
guest speaker was internation-
ally renowned law enforcement
expert, Ray Nash.
With more than 37 years of law
enforcement experience, Ray
Nash retired in 2009 after serv-
ing three terms as the elected
Sheriff of Dorchester County,
S.C. to pursue an overseas mis-
sion. For more than three years,
Nash supported the interna-
tional police reform effort in
Afghanistan as the Criminal Jus-
tice Advisor for the US Embassy
in Kabul and the Professional
Development Director for the
International Police Coordina-
tion Board. Further, Nash
founded Focal Point Investiga-
tions where he serves as its
CEO and Chief Investigator.
Sheriff Nash’s timely and moti-
vating call to law enforcement
and the community addressed
ways to help heal the divide
that is growing between law
enforcement and citizens. He
also spoke about what it takes
to serve, how to be an honora-
ble law enforcement officer and
the importance of gaining com-
munity support.
The AEGIS Law Enforcement
Foundation seeks to build com-
munity partnerships between
local law enforcement and the
business community in Hamil-
ton County. The foundation is
dedicated to what it believes
are the three most important
areas of law enforcement not
adequately funded in most
budgets:
1)Providing the latest technolo-
gy, 2) Command staff level
training and 3) Creating inno-
vative community programs. In
cooperation with many busi-
ness partners, the foundation
was able to secure funding in
2016 to provide professional
training, purchase a state of the
art Firearms Training Simulator
and purchase bullet-proof vests
for our local law enforcement
K-9s in Hamilton County.
Matt Lea, PIO
AEGIS L.E. Foundation’s 2016 Annual Luncheon
(L-R) HCSO Chief Deputy Allen Branum, Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger, CPD Chief Fred Fletcher, HCSO Sheriff Jim Hammond, U.S. Congressman Chuck Fleischmann and Chattanooga Mayor, Andy Berke
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(L-R) HCSO Sheriff Jim Hammond, Guest Speaker Ray Nash, and CPD Chief Fred Fletcher CPD and HCSO Honor Guard
This year’s luncheon was attended by over 400 members of law enforcement, community stakeholders, elected offi-cials and members of the business community.
(L-R) HCSO Deputies and Honor Guard Members,
Brevin Cameron and Marcus Dotson
HCSO Uniformed Services Captain Lynn Triplett and Sheriff Ray Nash
Ray Nash and Director Bennett
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October, 14th, 2016. Sheriff Jim Hammond host-
ed the 2016 Annual Retirees Luncheon at the
West Annex for our many retired personnel.
This year’s luncheon was attendance was over
120 people, with more than 50 retirees and
their families plus current HCSO personnel.
Many of the retirees brought old pictures and
memorabilia from years past for the upcoming
200th Anniversary HCSO History Book.
Lunch was provided and the retirees got to en-
joy a short game of Presidential Trivia in honor
of this year being an Election Year. Sheriff Ham-
mond, Chief Deputy Allen Branum, and Support
Services Gino Bennett all made presentations on
the current state of the Sheriff’s Office and the
highlights coming up in the near future.
Special thanks to Shannon Wilson, Missy Wilson,
Beverly McCurdy, Carole Whittenbarger, Miriam
Monzon and Rhonda Smith for organizing the
food and the fun.
HCSO’s 2016 Annual Retirees’ Luncheon
FRONT ROW (left to right): Amos Williams, Chris Chambers, Anne Brown, Eddie Burns, Owen Early
SECOND ROW : Mitch Moore, Porter McKamey, Gary Gaskill, Gary Carlisle, Richard Welchance, Roy Parham,
Lenda Clark, Tommy Turner, Ellis Arrowood
THIRD ROW : Flip Wilson, John Jenkins, Ken Taylor, Richard Thurman, Skip Finley, John Sertel, James Hobby,
Buddy Allison, Paul Holloway, Tom Rathledge, Bill Uren, Luther Tilley
FOURTH ROW: Richard Hight, John Cupp, Brian Hooker, Herbert Jones, Roy Combs, Charles Bryant, Bill Zin-
keler, Blake Daniel, Mike Cribbs, Larry Taylor, Max Templeton, Bobby Williams, Darnell Baker, Larry Young,
Carl Saddler
P.S. Lost hat found at Retiree’s Luncheon. Is this yours? Call Shannon Wilson, please.
New CyberSecurity Simulation Platform
Metova Inc announced the
launch of Metova Solutions, a
provider of Military-grade cy-
bersecurity technologies, train-
ing and hardware for corpora-
tions and institutions. Metova
Solutions technology meticu-
lously replicates a network,
allowing organizations to test
and validate strategic configu-
rations before they are imple-
mented. Metova Solutions’ rep-
licated network provides a safe
and secure training environ-
ment to hone cyber defense
tactics, techniques and proce-
dures in response to new
cyber threats and attacks.
The company will enable cy-
bersecurity program directors,
curriculum developers, educa-
tors, trainers and employers to
build cyberspace simulations
to develop a workforce that
adheres to the US National Ini-
tiative for Cybersecurity Edu-
cation (NICE) Workforce
Framework that is aligned with
relevant Specialty Area
Knowledge Skills and Abilities.
According to the company’s
press release, Metova provide
a network penetration testing
program to identify and miti-
gate vulnerabilities before they
are exploited by cyber attack-
ers. The company’s technicians
continually scour the cyber
landscape to uncover the latest
attack technologies and scenar-
ios perpetrated by cyber hack-
ers. IHLS News
Law Enforcement And Technology
Stranger Danger The Hamilton County Sher-
iff’s Office hosted a discussion about the im-
portance of safety and “Stranger Danger” with
the children attending the E-Kids Learning Cen-
ter. PIO Matt Lea brought several law enforce-
ment items for the children to enjoy and passed
out coloring books discussing “Stranger Dan-
ger.” While there, he discussed several ways for
the kids to avoid potentially dangerous situa-
tions and also read them a story about avoiding
strangers. Good job, Matt.
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October 24th, 2016. The Hamilton
County Sheriff’s Office was presented a
representative check by the Roughnecks
Motorcycle Club at the Law Enforcement
Memorial just outside the downtown
Courts Building. The actual check was
for $4,000 to purchase upgraded ballistic
vests for the HCSO Reserve Deputy Pro-
gram. The Roughnecks Motorcycle Club
is a non-profit brotherhood of active and
retired law enforcement, firefighters,
EMS and military motorcycle enthusi-
asts. Each chapter hosts at least one
charity fundraising event a year in support of
wounded or fallen public safety and military
personnel, terminal diseases, burn centers, and
other worthy causes. Roughneck members can
also be found supporting charity rides spon-
sored by other law-abiding clubs.
Ballistic Vests for Reserve Deputy Program
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HCSO Finance Assistant Carol Whittenbarger Receives (30) Year Service Certificate
October 13, 2016. Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond and Director of Administration Don
Gorman officially presented Finance Assistant Carol Whittenbarger her Service Certificate for
30 years of dedicated service to the HCSO. On hand were well-wishers and colleagues from
the Finance and Records Divisions. Thank you Carol for your 30 years of dedicated service to
the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and the people of Hamilton County.
October 18, 2016. Hamilton
County Chief of Corrections, Joe
Fowler, Corrections Captain
Gene Coppinger, and members
of the Corrections Division pre-
sented Records Clerk Susan
Dreaden a Service Certificate for
her 15 years of service. Also on
hand were several of her col-
leagues from the Sentence
Management Division.
Records Clerk Susan Dreaden Receives Fifteen (15)Year Service Certificate
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(L-R) HCSO Deputy Chief of Corrections Joe Fowler, Lieutenant Jimmy Wildes, Lieutenant Rodney Terrell, Tennessee Commissioner of Safety and Homeland Security, David Purkey, Lieutenant Byron
Knight, Lieutenant Rex Minton, Captain Gene Coppinger and Chief Deputy Allen Branum
HCSO Corrections Lieutenants Graduate Southeastern Leadership Academy (SELA)
Graduates of the 2016
Southeastern Leadership
Academy Graduation Cere-
mony at the University of
Tennessee at Chattanooga.
were Corrections Lieutenants
Byron Knight, Rex Minton,
Rodney Terrell and Jimmy
Wildes.
Each of these men underwent
several weeks of supervisory
and leadership training spon-
sored by the UT Law Enforce-
ment Innovation Center’s In-
stitute for Public Service and
the University of Tennessee.
Formerly known as the
Southeastern Command and
Leadership Academy, SELA
teaches command staff level
training founded on leader-
ship skills, building external
relationships, managing em-
ployee and internal issues,
and strengthening public re-
lations.
During the last five weeks,
these lieutenants have given
many hours to learning, re-
viewing and researching to
complete class assignments
and projects all geared to im-
proving their skills and lead-
ership capabilities.
Matt Lea, PIO
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Recognition was given to the following personnel for their parts in averting an inmate’s attempt to
commit suicide in cell 3-E-10. Along with Officer Jerry Fain, members of the Correction staff along
with the medical personnel from Erlanger worked smoothly and tirelessly together in saving the in-
mate’s life. Letters of Appreciation were given to: Nurse Sasha House, Nurse Cheryl Smith, Nurse
Kim Brown, Deputies James Clift , Eric Qualls, Cpl. Alvin Bonner, Sgt. George Jackson, John Doub and
Brendan Beadle. Commendations and Challenge Coins were awarded to: Sgt. Mike McGowan, Depu-
ties Jerry Fain, Teresa Shirley, Joshua Ross, Jason Tillison and Nurse Jeff Williams
Orders are being taken for the HCSO Throws. Two color
options are available: Full Color – original multi-colored
design. Neutral Color – design includes three colors.
Full Color Throw Size: 50” x 68”
Neutral Color Throw Size: 48” x 68”
Order and Payment Due: Wednesday, November 16,
2016. Payment must be made in advance. Make checks
payable to: Tracey Case. Cost: $ 38.00 for full color,
Cost: $ 36.00 for neutral color. We are required to have
a minimum order of 10 for each throw.
Cpl. Tracey Case 423-209-7159
ORDER HCSO THROWS
Life Saving Recognition and Commendations
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THE BEST DEFENSE
Best Verse: Isaiah 25:4a “For
you have been a defense for
the helpless, a defense for the
needy in his distress, a refuge
from the storm, a shade from
the heat.”
When I hear the word
“defense” my mind automati-
cally goes to football. Sorry,
but I just can’t help myself. I
played high school football and
loved playing linebacker. The
linebacker normally has the
responsibility to be the
“quarterback” of the defense.
He is watching the “attack” of
the offense and directs his de-
fense to move this way or that
to prepare for the next play.
But the verse here isn’t talking
about us doing anything. It is
referring to God as our de-
fense. He is our defense when
we are helpless and needy. He
is our refuge in the storm and
our shade in the heat. What a
beautiful portrayal of God for
us. God is the “linebacker” who
is ALWAYS guarding against
the onslaught of the evil one.
He knows his playbook and al-
ways has the defensive move
to block his attacks. But we
have to listen to Him.
As officers of the law, we have
a responsibility to defend also.
We are to defend the helpless.
The word “helpless” actually
means a poor, needy person.
Have we run into a few of those
in the past week? We are their
defense. Then the verse says
we are to defend the “needy.”
This word means someone
who has fallen on hard times. I
know you have seen those in
our county who fall into that
category.
But the verse goes on. The
word
“refuge”
refers to a
shelter.
We can
provide
that for
some who
need to
“get out of the storm.” Finally
it says, “a shade from the heat.”
The word “shade” also carries
with it the idea of defense. Do
we ever feel the heat? Serving
the public can get very heated,
especially in the societal cli-
mate today.
We are Defenders. We are a
Shelter. We are a Shade. Most
of all, we are children of God.
As we go through your day in
our role as an officer, allow
Him to be our Defense. He is
our Best Defense.
Chaplain Carl Willis
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What’s Cookin’ @ HCSO!
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Ingredients:
2 cups Elbow Macaroni, uncooked
¼ cup Butter
¼ cup Flour
2 cups Milk
½ lb ( 8 oz. ) Velveeta, cut into cubes
2 cups small Broccoli Florets, cooked
1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar
Cheese, divided
½ cup French Fried Onions
Directions:
Heat oven to 350ºF.
Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt.
Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on medium heat.
Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir
in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thick-
ened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring
frequently.
Drain macaroni. Add to VELVEETA sauce along with the broc-
coli and 1/2 cup cheddar; mix well. Spoon into 8-inch square
baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with re-
maining cheddar. Top with onions.
Bake 20 min. or until heated through.
Submitted by Missy Wilson
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