Base Directory Line is live: Call the Base Directory Line at 937-257-1110 for a listing of the most commonly used telephone numbers on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Wright-Patterson AFB’s Non-Appropriated Funds Human Resources team has moved to a new space in Bldg 2. It’s now located inside the Civilian Personnel entrance, down the hallway at Door 3. The office is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays by appointment, with walk-in hours all day Tuesday. NAF employee? We’re here for you! To contact the Non-Appropriated Funds Human Resources Office, call 937-257-4173 or email 88fss.hro.baseliaison@us.af.mil.
Attention, base supply customers: Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Service is an excellent source of supply and can save your procurement dollars. Before you buy, check out the DLADS worldwide inventory. Get access and browse the website at https://business.dla.mil. If you have problems with the site, contact the enterprise help desk at 855-352-0001 or send an email to enterpriseithelpdesk@dla.mil. Your focal point for DLADS withdrawals is the 88th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s Customer Service Unit. Direct any questions to 937-257-6194.
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month – There are many available resources to help your teen be aware of healthy relationships, as well as assistance for parents. Military OneSource is a great place to start. It provides info and links to agencies that can assist in building safe and healthy relationships for your teen, including social media awareness. Visit Military OneSource for more info: Safe & Healthy Relationship Facts for Teens | Military OneSource.
Civilian Health Promotion Services – CHPS is offering FREE cardiac-risk profile (glucose/cholesterol), body-composition (Bodpod/InBody) and blood-pressure screenings, as well as OBSERV skin analysis, to Air Force civilians only. Schedule an appointment in our office at Wright Field Fitness Center or visit during walk-in hours from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Monday and Friday. (CHPS will be closed Presidents Day).
This week’s virtual briefings include “Have a Healthy Heart: Preventing Heart Disease and Heart Attack” on Feb. 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:
www.zoomgov.com/j/1612413852?pwd=UFFvNzhPWE40QXppNHpOL1hKTnhDZz09
Meeting ID: 161 241 3852
Passcode: CHPS
Contact CHPS at 937-904-9359 or CHPSsupport@us.af.mil for more information.
Base Thrift Shop open on AFMC Family Day – Feb. 16 – Donate, consign and shop. Anyone with base access can shop at the store. The Base Thrift Shop is in Bldg. 95 along Wright Avenue (next to Outdoor Rec), about a mile from the commissary. Hours of operation: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Consignments take place by appointment only from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call 937-879-5630 during business hours for more information or to book an appointment. Check us out on Facebook at WPOSC THRIFT SHOP to see our weekly updates. All Base Thrift Shop proceeds are used to benefit WPAFB and surrounding communities.
TechFest Dayton – Feb. 17-18 – Come join the Miami Valley’s premier K-12 STEM event. TechFest Dayton is a two-day 100% free event at Sinclair Community College. It will feature more than 60 exhibitors to interact with live presentations and demonstrations throughout both days. More information: www.techfestdayton.org.
Air Force Research Laboratory/RX Blood Drive – Feb. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Bldg. 653 (Area B) – Cafetorium
Scheduling link: www.militarydonor.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/132742
Wright Way Toastmasters virtual meetings – Are you freaking out about public speaking? Toastmasters can help you improve your speaking skills, develop and present ideas more effectively, deliver better presentations and gain self-confidence. The program targets speaking, listening, thinking on your feet, giving and receiving feedback, planning, motivation and team-building in a supportive environment. Join new and experienced speakers at noon Feb. 20 and March 5 on Zoom. Email keithallen2211@gmail.com for any questions and the meeting ID number.
Black History Month – In recognition of Black American accomplishments and their enormous contributions to the nation, the 88th Air Base Wing’s Special Observance Committee will host two guest speaker events. Speakers will discuss their careers, challenges faced and obstacles overcome.
- Feb. 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at the USO – Judge Gerald E. Parker, Montgomery County Common Pleas Court, General Division. Parker is the first African American male to serve in his current position.
- Feb. 29 from noon to 1 p.m. at the USO – Michael Carter, Sinclair Community College chief diversity officer.
In addition, the committee is teaming up with the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and invites all to learn about the distinguished history of Black Americans serving in the armed forces and defending the nation with loyalty, honor and patriotism. Go on an immersive and educational experience by way of self-tour and/or scavenger hunt. For the self-tour, download and print the USAF Black History Self Tour at: www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Education/Educational-Resources. For the digital scavenger hunt, download the Goosechase App and get the join codes at: www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Education/Educational-Resources. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Free admission and parking.
For questions related to Black History Month events, contact Tech. Sgt. Tiffany Self at tiffany.self@us.af.mil. For information about 88 ABW’s Special Observance Committee, email Affirmative Employment Program Manager Dawn Mubaslat at dawn.mubaslat.1@us.af.mil.
Exceptional Family Member Program (Family Support) webinar – Feb. 22 from noon to 1 p.m. on Teams – Capt. James Franco of the 88th Air Base Wing’s Legal Assistance Office will present on the topic of guardianship. Anyone is welcome to attend. To RSVP, contact the EFMP (Family Support) office at 937-656-0946 or 88FSS.WPAFB.EFMPFamilySupport@us.af.mil.
Come join the Wright-Patt Chess Club for its next weekly meeting Feb. 23 from 6-9 p.m. at Bookery Games in Fairborn (15 W. Main St.) right outside Gate 1A. Please bring your own chess set and clock. POC: veronika.zilajeva@us.af.mil.
Wright-Patterson AFB Tech Expo – Feb. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – The Wright-Patterson AFB Tech Expo is coming to Hope Hotel and Conference Center. Organizers say this event is an excellent opportunity to discover the latest technology trends, network with industry experts and learn new skills. The Expo is free and open to all base personnel. Advance registration is encouraged. For details, visit www.militaryexpos.com/wpafb.
Black History Month panel discussion – Feb. 29 at 10 a.m. – The Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate’s Black History Month Committee will host a panel discussion on “Identities outside the stereotypes” featuring representatives from government, academia, law enforcement and private industry. The event is open to all WPAFB personnel. In-person RSVP link: BHM panel in-person. To join via Microsoft Teams: BHM panel MS Teams. For more information about the panel discussion, contact an AFSAC Black History Month Committee member:
Bridgette Baldwin – bridgette.baldwin@us.af.mil
Kayelin Tiggs – kayelin.tiggs.1@us.af.mil
Kelsey Paul – kelsey.paul@us.af.mil
Winston Ferguson – winston.ferguson@us.af.mil
Unofficial photos – Want an official-looking photo for your SharePoint, email or Microsoft Teams account? Has the base studio denied your request for an official photo because you don’t meet the Air Force instruction requirement? Take advantage of an unofficial photo event. Photographers from 88th Air Base Wing Public Affairs will provide high-resolution, professional, official-looking photos that can be used for email, internal directories, Microsoft Teams, roster boards and other uses. To learn more, visit www.wpafb.af.mil/Welcome/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/1450658/88-abw-public-affairs-photo-studio.
The next unofficial photo events will be:
- March 15 from 9-11 a.m.
- April 19 from 9-11 a.m.
Location is Area B at the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Kenney Hall Auditorium. Availability will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Appointments are not offered.
Tax season is underway! The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Tax Center will be open through March 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for E1-E4 and O1-O2 service members. Call 937-713-3750 to schedule your appointment.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base continues to focus on creating the appropriate culture to eliminate sexual assault. Wright-Patt’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team has numerous events planned for the base community, including seminars, exhibits, bowling and various outreach displays around the installation with free promotional items.
The SAPR team is seeking anonymous voices for the 2nd annual “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit that will take place April 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the USO. If you would like to anonymously share your story, fill out the SAPR office Google form with your testimonial at https://forms.gle/XcMn45zi6CvWsWG56. You can also reach out directly to the SAPR office, and any conversation will be completely confidential. *The Google form must be accessed from an off-network computer.
Additional SAAPM event details forthcoming. All events aim to promote and highlight acts that bolster prevention, increase reporting and promote advocacy for a safer workplace community.
For questions about Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month activities, contact the SAPR office at 937-257-7272 or visit www.wpafb.af.mil/units/sapr.
About the exhibit: The idea behind this powerful exhibit came about after Dr. Wyandt-Hiebert and Ms. Brockman, sexual assault advocates, attended a conference and read a poem titled “What I Was Wearing” by Mary Simmerling. They were so moved by the poem they decided to create an event that turned it into a visual representation. The advocates produced a survivor’s art installation called “What Were You Wearing?” The first was held at the University of Arkansas in 2014. Students participated by sharing brief descriptions of what they were wearing when they were sexually assaulted, as well as clothing replicas. The installation’s intent was to show people that changing one’s clothes will not stop sexual abuse.
It is an unfortunate-but-all-too-familiar question asked of sexual assault survivors by law enforcement, attorneys, friends, communities and others. It’s rooted in victim-blaming culture and the rape myth that survivors “cause” or provoke perpetrators due to their behavior. That is not only in how they dress but if they drank alcohol, consumed drugs, had “flirtatious” behavior and many other statements shifting blame. The reality is nothing a survivor does invites sexual assault. The only cause of sexual assault is, in fact, a perpetrator making a choice to hurt another.
SAPR’s goal: To challenge the belief that clothes a person wears determines how likely they are to be sexually assaulted. Not only will this exhibit bring visual awareness to the issue, but it also provides an opportunity for real-life stories to be told through art. The SAPR team hopes that not only will this exhibit bring visual impact, but also provide a source of healing as you are able to speak your truth through art, impacting others in the community.
Autism Walk and Information Fair – April 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – The Exceptional Family Member Program (Family Support) will host an Autism Walk and Information Fair at Prairies School Age Center in Riverside (156 Spinning Road). Numerous community and installation agencies are set to participate. Families can walk around the gym floor at any time during the two-hour window, with games on tap for children. Organizers plan to present each child with a walk medal. Families should RSVP at 88FSS.WPAFB.EFMPFamilySupport@us.af.mil.
WPAFB Educational Fund is offering scholarship opportunities to the children and grandchildren of active-duty military or civilian personnel at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. They’re available to graduating high school seniors with a cumulative 3.5 GPA and minimum score of 27 on the ACT or 1200 on the SAT. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 4 p.m. April 1. Applicants are responsible for reading all directions and ensuring their application package is completed (including official transcripts and ACT/SAT scores) and sent by this deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be processed. The application and updated information are available at WPAFB Educational Outreach Office - Education Fund (wpafbstem.com). For questions, call the WPAFB Educational Outreach Office at 937-656-2273.
MOAA $2K scholarship – applications due April 15 – The Military Officers Association of America’s Dayton Area Chapter is accepting applications through April 15 for its annual $2,000 merit scholarship. Applicants must be high school seniors in the Dayton area with a parent eligible for MOAA membership. That includes active-duty, Reserve, National Guard and retired service members from any military branch. The $2,000 scholarship award will be based upon the applicant’s merits as determined by members of the MOAA Dayton Area Chapter’s Scholarship Evaluation Committee. For an application or more information, contact retired Army Lt. Col. Thomas Robisch, the scholarship committee chair, at trobisch63@gmail.com or 757-327-1388.
AFLCMC Installation Contracting Division end-of-fiscal year procedures – The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Installation Contracting Division will make every effort to execute all Wright-Patterson AFB host and tenant unit base operating support requirements and National Air and Space Intelligence Center direct support. To ensure obligation of expiring funds by the end of fiscal year 2024, the Installation Contracting Division established procurement timelines based on requirement value and complexity.
U.S. Air Force Academy LEAD Program – The Leaders Encouraging Airman Development Program is an ongoing effort to give the best and brightest Airmen and Guardians (active duty, Reserve and National Guard) the opportunity to excel by offering them appointments to the U.S. Air Force Academy and Academy Prep School. It’s designed for enlisted Airmen to go to the Academy for four years and commission as officers. Requirements for the next class year (graduating in 2029):
- Not past 23rd birthday on July 1, 2025
- U.S. citizen
- Unmarried with no dependents
- Of good moral character
More information can be found at www.academyadmissions.com/prepare/enlisted or by contacting 2nd Lt. Spencer Johnson at 719-493-0010 or spencer.johnson@afacademy.af.edu. You can also reach out directly to the LEAD office at USAFA_LEAD@afacademy.af.edu or 719-661-8428.
Greater Dayton Chapter of Blacks in Government meets the second Thursday every month from 6-7 p.m. at Dayton Metro Library’s Burkhardt Branch (4704 Burkhardt Ave., Dayton). The GDC-BIG meeting gives government employees a chance to interact, advocate, engage with the community, and promote equal opportunity and professional development. You can also join via Teams at BIG Membership Meeting. Conference ID: 268 056 610 364 (passcode: MGGvxs). The meeting is open to all military, civilians and contractors working in local, state and federal government. For more information, contact GDC-BIG President Damon Smith at mrdzs@att.net or 210-838-8666. Become a BIG member at: https://tinyurl.com/GDCBIGMEMBER (Google Forms). Always THINK BIG!
Ultimate Frisbee every Friday afternoon – A friendly game of ultimate Frisbee is played every Friday at 4 p.m. on the soccer field by Jarvis Fitness Center. If you wish to be placed on the distribution list, contact Chad Kimmel at chad.kimmel.1@us.af.mil. All skill levels are welcome.
Defense Commissary Agency news releases:
RTA updates Area B bus times for Route 6 – The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority is running a FREE Tripper shuttle service with two morning and afternoon runs. Six stops on Area B are connected to the Properties at Wright Field housing area and RTA routes 1, 6 and 2 (connecting west, downtown and east Dayton; Centerville, Kettering, Oakwood, Riverside and other neighborhoods).
Save your vehicle from the salt this winter, skip gate traffic, and support reliable and accessible transportation at WPAFB. Consistent ridership will improve and expand service. Federal employees can get their bus fare fully covered through the Mass Transportation Benefit Program.
WPAFB Tripper schedule:
AM route
Airway/Woodman (7:15 & 8:15) – pickup at Taco Bell
Off-base housing (7:20 & 8:20) – pickup at Donatos Pizza
AFRL/RY Bldg. 600 (7:30 & 8:30) – drop-off at Visitor Center
AFIT Bldg. 642 (7:35 & 8:35) – drop-off at Kenney Hall
USAFSAM Bldg. 840 (7:40 & 8:40) – drop-off at North parking lot flagpole
AFRL/RQ Bldg. 146 (7:45 & 8:45) – drop-off on Skyline Avenue parking cutout
Wright Field Fitness Center (7:50 & 8:50) – drop-off at West front doors
AFRL headquarters (7:55 & 8:55) – drop-off at glass bus stop (Loop Road and 5th Street)
PM route
AFRL/RY Bldg. 600 (3:50 & 5:10) – pickup at Visitor Center
AFIT Bldg. 642 (3:55 & 5:15) – pickup at Kenney Hall
USAFSAM Bldg. 840 (4 & 5:20) – pickup at North parking lot flagpole
AFRL/RQ Bldg. 146 (4:05 & 5:25) – drop-off on Skyline Avenue parking cutout
Wright Field Fitness Center (4:10 & 5:30) – pickup at West front doors
AFRL headquarters (4:15 & 5:35) – pickup at glass bus stop (Loop Road and 5th Street)
Off-base housing (4:25 & 5:45) – drop-off at Donatos Pizza
Airway/Woodman (4:30 & 5:50) – drop-off at Taco Bell
Your support equals a dramatic “quality of life” improvement for WPAFB! Contact Rachel Kinard at rachel.kinard@us.af.mil or 432-210-2954 for more information. You can also send feedback for stops and times to be added or adjusted.
EARN BENEFITS THROUGH PUBLIC-TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
If you’re concerned about the high cost of gasoline, traffic congestion or air pollution, you may be interested in the Mass Transportation Benefit Program.
MTBP makes it possible for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base personnel to be reimbursed up to $245 a month for utilizing public transportation as a means to travel to and from work.
The program is open to all civilian employees (appropriated and nonappropriated), military members and reservists on active duty. Contractors are not eligible.
The Mass Transportation Benefit Program is limited to vanpools, Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority and Greene CATS Public Transit riders. Carpools do not meet reimbursement criteria.
Compensation is paid in the form of vouchers and debit cards funded through the Department of Transportation, 88th Force Support Squadron officials said. Personnel normally receive vouchers on a quarterly basis and must sign for them.
Registration and program participation are simple. An eligible employee or service member adhering to all governing rules and regulations via public transportation submits an application package to Program Manager Shawnetta White of the 88 FSS Civilian Personnel Office, who will forward it to DOT.
To obtain an application or more information, contact her at shawnetta.white@us.af.mil or 937-904-3272.
Prohibited dietary supplements – Did you know that some dietary supplements on the market are prohibited for use by military and Defense Department members? Some ingredients in dietary supplements can cause a positive drug test, which no one wants. To ensure the supplements you’re taking are approved, visit www.opss.org/dod-prohibited-dietary-supplement-ingredients and search by the ingredients listed in the supplement. This is part of Operation Supplement Safety and only provides the banned ingredients; there is no list of banned supplements. Do your research before trying something new to make sure you are not accidentally taking something that’s banned.
Area defense counsel – You’re never alone. Contact Capt. Jessica Rucker, Wright-Patterson AFB’s ADC. She and Staff Sgt. Taraya Downhour, defense paralegal, are here to help you navigate derogatory allegations. Call or email for an appointment at 937-257-7841, taraya.downhour@us.af.mil or jessica.rucker.1@us.af.mil@us.af.mil.
Wright-Patterson Junior Force Council serves all junior members with less than 10 years of experience, including nonsupervisory GG-13, captains, technical sergeants and below. Be sure to join our Teams page for updates and news on upcoming opportunities. Reach out to WPJFC President Brittany Sommers-Woods at brittany.sommers-woods.1@us.af.mil if you have any questions.
Civilian Personnel Office – Are you an appropriated civilian employee with an HR question? Perhaps you’re planning to retire soon and curious about the process, or maybe you had a name change recently and are wondering how to update your records? Our staff members are available to advise and guide you through the variety of administrative processes you might encounter during your federal service. If you have an HR question, call 937-904-3326, visit us in Building 2 or reach out via email at 88fss.fsca.workflow@us.af.mil.
The “DAF365 Hub” is your go-to website for all things Office 365, providing a wealth of information, training resources, troubleshooting guides and more. Whether you’re a seasoned O365 user or just getting started, The Hub offers a comprehensive collection of insights, tips and best practices to help you leverage Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and other O365 applications effectively. Simply visit DAF365 Hub - Center for: MS Office, Teams, Email, SharePoint/OneDrive - Home (dps.mil).
The WPAFB Admins Info Teams channel is open to administrative professionals at WPAFB, their mentors and anyone with an administrative role. General questions can be submitted to the channel for assistance from knowledgeable members of the WPAFB Admins Info team, which caters to Wright-Patt administrative professional needs.
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Fuel-Up Fridays – Wright-Patterson MILITARY STAR cardmembers can enjoy something extra sweet every Friday in February: double points on all Express purchases. During the month, Express shoppers who use their MILITARY STAR card at any Army & Air Force Exchange Service Express will receive four points per $1 spent instead of the usual two. Cardmembers earn unlimited rewards points on purchases and receive a $20 digital rewards card every 2,000 points.
“Make it REIGN at the Exchange” – Through March 31, authorized shoppers can enter at ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes for a chance at $27,500 in Exchange gift cards, including a $5,000 grand prize.
Food trucks here for winter! Find them Tuesday to Thursday at Bldg. 556 and Tuesday-Friday at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center.
Kerry’s Café now open in Bldg. 556 serving up its delicious drinks and treats.
Coming soon! – KeyMe Locksmiths.
KungFu BBQ in Bldg. 45 – Serving your favorites 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday-Friday in the cafeteria area. It’s open to anyone with base access. Online ordering and catering options are also available at https://kfubbq.com. The birria tacos are waiting for you!
BeFit 360 – Military shoppers can achieve their 2024 fitness goals with help from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. The Wright-Patterson Exchange features a BeFit 360 concept shop that has the look and feel of a major sporting goods store, making it easy for shoppers to find everything they need to achieve their fitness resolutions—tax-free and at military-exclusive prices. Fitness gear needs are also available at ShopMyExchange.com.
Pay Your Way plans – Wright-Patterson Airmen and families can get more time to pay off their purchases with the MILITARY STAR card’s Pay Your Way plans, which enable shoppers to take advantage of fixed monthly payments at a reduced annual percentage rate. Plans are available at the Wright-Patterson Exchange and ShopMyExchange.com.
Online appointment scheduling for Wright-Patterson barbershops – Easily schedule your next appointment with our online-booking system. Book at your convenience, prepay for service and even check your favorite barber’s schedule.
You Made the Grade! Good grades pay off in prizes for Wright-Patterson kids with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s You Made the Grade program! Students in grades 1-12 with a B average or better can bring their report cards to the Wright-Patterson Exchange and receive a gift card, coupons and chance to win a $2,000 grand prize.
Starbucks, Subway and Charleys Philly Steaks all offer catering! For your next office event, call the Food Court at 937-879-4317 and Starbucks at 937-879-4617 to arrange for sandwiches, wraps, coffee and more.
Salad Wednesdays at Wright-Patterson Area B Burger King, Food Court Subway and Charleys Philly Steaks! Get $2 off any salad valued at $4 or more every Wednesday.
Dunkin’ is open 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays at AFIT! The vacated Einstein Bagel Shop at the Air Force Institute of Technology has been converted into the very first Dunkin’ on Wright-Patterson AFB.
Starbucks (with new drive-thru) has reopened! Get your favorite coffees and Frappuccinos again.
GNC in the Main Exchange Mall has your vitamin and nutrition needs.
Micromarkets are open in AFIT Bldg. 642, AFRL Bldg. 653 and Bldg. 16! The Wright-Patterson Exchange’s three unmanned retail markets bring convenience to Airmen and civilians working unusual hours or in high-traffic or out-of-the-way parts of the installation with better-for-you grab-and-go meals, snacks and beverages.
HEALTHIER 4 U VENDING – If you’re interested in adding vending machines to your location, call the Exchange Services Office at 937-879-2713.
Coffee Café in Bldg. 16 is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and daily specials – always made to order. Use the code word “ABW Bulletin” sand receive a cookie or chips of your choice free with any meal purchase.
DOD and Coast Guard civilians can shop and apply for a MILITARY STAR card. DOD personnel are eligible to apply for a MILITARY STAR account both in store and on www.myecp.com. With access to online shopping, DOD personnel also enjoy MILITARY STAR benefits, like free shipping! ***NOTE: cannot purchase tobacco, alcohol or military uniforms.
Specific MILITARY STAR benefits for DOD personnel include:
· 2% rewards on in-store and online purchases ($1 spend = two points; 2,000 points = $20 reward gift card)
· Same industry-low annual percentage rate for everyone
· 10% off all first-day purchases at Exchange facilities
· 5 cents off every gallon of fuel on installation
· 10% off all food purchases at participating Exchange restaurants
· Exclusive savings and financing offers
NOW HIRING at the Exchange – The Wright-Patterson Exchange is hiring for retail and food positions. For more information, call Amy at the Exchange Recruiting Office: 937-879-1342. Apply now at www.applymyexchange.com and see where your future can go with the Exchange. #WhereHeroesWork
WRIGHT-PATT’S GOT TALENT!
The Chapel team, along with the USO, is hosting a talent show March 14 in the USO auditorium at 6 p.m. This event is open to all Wright-Patterson personnel and their families. Join us for food, entertainment from a special guest and an opportunity to see the broad range of talents Wright-Patt has to offer.
HOPE: SPIRITUAL FITNESS INITIATIVE
The Chapel invites you to be a part of its HOPE Spiritual Fitness Initiative. We are excited to get this started and look forward to discussing any questions you may have.
WHAT: HOPE is a peer-to-peer resilience initiative where specialists work to set a positive example for peers, build bridges to helping agencies, model spiritual fitness and serve others. HOPE focuses on leadership development, character formation, embedded resources, spiritual fitness, community service and peer connection.
HOW: Participation will require completion of the application (including commander signature), an interview and final approval from the HOPE Religious Support Team before attending.
WHO: Enlisted and officers who fall under the 88th Air Base Wing.
Catholic Mass:
Wright-Patterson Medical Center Chapel: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m.
Air Force Institute of Technology: Tuesday and Thursday at 11:30 a.m.
Prairies Chapel: Friday at noon with Adoration immediately following until 2 p.m., Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m.
Eucharistic Adoration:
Prairies Chapel: Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Reconciliation: Before and after weekend Mass, confession is heard in the Blessed Sacrament Room of Prairies Chapel. You may also schedule an appointment.
Catholic Women of the Chapel:
Faith study: Tuesday at 10 a.m., Thursday at 6 p.m., Prairies Chapel Community Center
Monthly meeting: First Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. in Prairies Chapel Community Center
For more information, contact Joan LaPore at CWOC-jlapore5@hotmail.com.
Catholic Religious Education
Weekly: Held after 9 a.m. Sunday Mass at Prairies Chapel.
Catholic youth ministry: Activities take place at Prairies Chapel one weekend a month.
Catholic sacramental preparation: Classes are provided for youth and adult requirements.
Contact Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Emily Leigh for more information on any of these programs: 937-321-2518.
Protestant services:
Prairies Chapel: Sunday at 11 a.m.
Address: 682 Chapel Lane (Bldg. 6568), WPAFB, OH 45433 (Properties at Wright Field housing area)
Protestant Women of the Chapel:
Women’s Bible studies
Lunchtime Tuesday at noon in 88th Security Forces Squadron building, Commander’s Conference Room
Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in Prairies Chapel Community Center
682 Chapel Lane in Prairies housing – children welcome
Wednesday mornings at 9 a.m. in Prairies Chapel Community Center
682 Chapel Lane in Prairies housing – children welcome
Lunchtime Thursdays at noon in Wright-Patterson Medical Center cafeteria
For information about PWOC, send an email to WrightPattPWOC@gmail.com.
Additional information:
The 88th Air Base Wing Chaplain’s Office, also known as the Religious Operations Center, has relocated from Kittyhawk Chapel back to Bldg. 219 (5030 Pearson Road). For chapel info, facility and invocation requests: https://linktr.ee/88abwchapel.