Date: Tue, 20 May 2014 11:26:42 -0400
From: “Chatham Chamber of Commerce”
Subject: Pastor McGill’s Historic Walk Across America enters Pittsboro & Siler City on May 21 & May 22
April 23, 2014 marked the official launch date for Vietnam War Veteran, =Pastor Walter =E2=80=9CChick=E2=80=9D McGill=E2=80=99s historic walk =across America originating at Kill Devil HIls, NC. At age 68, the second =oldest male American to attempt such a feat has walked over 200 miles of =the expected 3,200-mile trek to Santa Monica Pier in California. An =American flag is his constant companion which catches the attention of =all motorists and pedestrians. McGill says, “I promote ‘a new birth of =freedom’ and integrity in America so that our children and =grand-children will have the experience of ‘liberty and justice for =
all.'”
Pastor McGill seeks community participation through networking with churches and individuals that share the burdens of our nation=E2=80=99s =diverse towns and cities. The Pastor says, =E2=80=9CThe family is our =foundation of society, and local solidarity is encouraged as America =finds healing through unity with God in whom we trust.=E2=80=9D=20
Pittsboro/ Siler City event – Wednesday, May 21, 2014 / Thursday, May 22nd
Pastor Walter “Chick” McGill, 68 year old Vietnam vet, is walking across America, calling for a new birth of freedom and integrity in our nation. He invites all who agree with his cause to walk with him down East Street through Pittsboro (going west) around 8:30 am Wednesday and westbound down 11th Street through Siler City around 9:30 am Thursday. He can be identified by his safety orange shirt and America flag
For more, www.WALKINGcoast2coast.com
All community members that would like to join us are welcome! What ever time each person has will be appreciated. All interested individuals may call Barbara at 731-453-5590 to arrange time and place for meeting.