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Mrs. Alma Bernice Clark Gravely
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alma Bernice Clark Gravely, devoted wife of the late Retired Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Born on December 11, 1921, Alma led a life of ultimate grace and unwavering support alongside her husband, Admiral...
He is always with us. December 2023
Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” On my last night as a hospital chaplain in seminary, I received a call around 3:00 am. It had already been a hectic night. It seemed like...
Honoring Veterans
This Veterans Day, we honor all who have solemnly sworn to support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice! On every day after, let us continue to strive towards a more perfect union as we fulfill the...
Happy 248th Birthday
Founded in a Philadelphia Tavern on 10 November 1775, the United States Marine Corps has forged a legendary legacy, while answering our nation’s call, for the past 248 years. From muzzle loaders, Browning Automatic Rifles (BAR), the F-35 Lightning and down to the...
There is such power and freedom when we release our ego. – Nov 2023
“…in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.” Isaiah 30:15 Sometimes, the hardest thing to do is to be quiet when you feel you have been wronged. It is human nature to defend our honor, especially when our reputation and credibility have been attacked. We don’t...
Veteran’s Day NNOA Church Visit Invitation
Rear Admiral and Mrs. Sinclair Harris US Navy Retired invite those in the DMV to join us for a Veteran’s Day NNOA Church Visit to the First Baptist Church of Vienna, VA, Senior Pastor Reverend Doctor Vernon C. Walton Our Pastor – First Baptist Church of Vienna, VA...
248 years of Power, Presence and Protection
On 13 October 1775, the Continental Congress established what would become the United States Navy with a resolution, "that a swift sailing vessel, to carry ten carriage guns, and a proportionable number of swivels, with eighty men, be fitted, with all possible...
Breaking Generational Curses. Oct 2023
“What do you people mean by quoting this proverb about the land of Israel: “‘The parents eat sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge’? 3 “As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign Lord, you will no longer quote this proverb in Israel. Ezekiel 18:2-3...
Captain Julia O. Barnes, USN (Ret)
With deep sadness, we inform you of the passing of NNOA founding member Captain Julia O. Barnes. Capt. Julia Barnes was the first black woman nurse corps officer to command a naval hospital when she took command of Naval Hospital Great Lakes, Illinois, in 1986. She...
Mrs. Joyce B. Cromartie
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Joyce B. Cromartie, mother of NNOA Member Marco Cromartie. Joyce B. Cromartie was born in Ashville, North Carolina, on June 7, 1937. Her parents were Joe and Dorothy Bell; she was one of three and raised by...
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