Meetings on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30PM at the Tri-Star Veteran’s Resource Center
439 Rice St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Joseph Castorino, Post Commander
Post 141 Commander is Joseph Castorino. You may recognize him as the Post Historian as well. Joseph is doing an amazing job with his continual posts listed under “This Day in Military History”. Best of wishes on taking on the additional task of leadership in our Post.
Post Commander’s Message
June is PTSD Awareness Month—Your Legion Family Stands with You
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects many of our brave service members and veterans, including some right here in our own Legion family. This June, we come together as a Post to recognize PTSD Awareness Month, standing side by side with those who have served and sacrificed.
To our fellow veterans—if you are struggling, you are not alone. Your American Legion family is here for you, ready to listen, support, and remind you that there is hope and healing. PTSD is not a sign of weakness—it is the mark of someone who has faced hardship and persevered. Together, we can break the stigma, raise awareness, and ensure no veteran feels forgotten.
Here’s how we can make a difference as a Post:
🔵 Foster open and honest conversations about mental health
🔵 Offer resources and support to our Legion brothers and sisters
🔵 Attend local events that bring awareness to PTSD and veteran care
🔵 Check in on one another—sometimes a simple message or phone call makes all the difference
Rutherford County Post 141 is built on camaraderie, strength, and the unwavering spirit of support. Let’s ensure every veteran feels valued and heard.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, reach out to the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then Press 1 or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net.
Remember to Be The One. Don’t forget the Suicide Crisis Line phone number is:
988 opt 1 for Veterans
Click here to contact:
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A NEW EVENTS CALENDAR
American Legion Post 141 seeks to positively impact the community of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Tennessee. Although the organization is committed to supporting veterans and promoting patriotism and community engagement, we also work towards bettering our community while bringing attention to our Veterans through different outreach programs.
The initiatives undertaken by the Post, such as volunteering at the Alvin C. York Veteran’s Administration Hospital and supporting veterans’ mobility issues demonstrate a sincere dedication to improving the lives of veterans. These efforts not only bring joy to the veterans but also foster a sense of community and camaraderie.
Sponsoring young men to attend the American Legion Boys State is a valuable contribution to the education of high school students, allowing them to experience and understand the working of local, community, and State government. This initiative helps shape future leaders and responsible citizens.
Distributing American flags on Memorial Day and participating in a solemn ceremony on Veteran’s Day shows a commitment to honoring and remembering the sacrifices of veterans. These activities contribute to fostering a sense of patriotism and unity within the community.
Recognizing and encouraging the achievements of Junior ROTC participants, as well as acknowledging Eagle Scouts in Rutherford County, underscores the Post’s dedication to leadership development. These initiatives not only motivate young individuals but also contribute to the cultivation of strong and capable future leaders.
The positive outcomes, such as the smiles on veterans’ faces, the pride of a young soldier, or a citizen appreciating the American flag, illustrates the tangible impact of Post 141’s work. We play a significant role in enhancing the well-being and sense of community in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, Tennessee
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Dear Commander, Staff and Fellow Veterans,
I hope this message finds you well.
My name is Angie Joseph, RN, Army Veteran, and Co-Founder of Hold Your Horses Wellness Farm in Christiana, Tennessee. Our organization is dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of Veterans—particularly Women Veterans—through integrative, nature-based programs that foster healing, resilience, and connection.
I am writing to share a meaningful opportunity that may be of interest to the women veterans you serve. In collaboration with Misty Westebee Photography, we are launching a legacy initiative titled:
HONOR HER – A Tribute to Women Veterans
This project will feature professionally guided portrait sessions paired with personal narratives, culminating in a beautifully published coffee table book honoring Women Veterans across generations. Each participant will have the opportunity to share her story and be represented in this collective tribute.
The intention of this initiative is to provide a space for recognition, reflection, and post-traumatic growth, while preserving the voices and experiences of women who have served.
We would be grateful for your assistance in sharing this opportunity with eligible participants within your network.
📎 Please find the flyer attached for distribution
🔗 Additional information and registration:
https://portraits.mistywestebbephotography.art/honor_her_portraits
Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this initiative further, I would welcome the opportunity to connect at your convenience.
Thank you for your continued service and support of our Women Veterans.
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Chaplain’s Corner
Thank you, dear Lord; for watching over us as the world goes through a transformation. To transform the world, we must begin by first transforming ourselves.
Now is the time for us each to actively pursue that transformation…
Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion
For God and Country we associate ourselves together for the folowing purposes:
To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a one hundred percent Americanism; to preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in all wars; to inculcate a sense of nation; to combat the autocracy of both the classes and the masses; to make right the master of might; to promote peace and good will on earth; to safeguard freedom and democracy; to consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness.
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The Careapy® Learning Channel is the legacy of Glenn and Barbara Smyly and is the home of their previously recorded full length live and varied audio and video programs, workshops and seminars written, developed and conducted by the Smylys. As a result of their combined strengths, personalities, love and talents, tens of thousands of people have benefitted from their seminars, workshops, consultations rebirthings and books.
Due to an increase in outside organizations/businesses wishing to promote resources for Veteran’s, I have moved these links to their own page. Just CLICK THIS LINK and you will be directed directly to the resource page. Further information will be found there for information on how to submit additional links.
UPDATE on the WEBSITE
Fellow Legionnaires of Tennessee Post 141,
I thought I would share with you the limited success we have had with our website. I realize that it is minimal amount of success but it’s still progress and no matter how little support it has provided to the Veteran community, I feel it is definitely something that we can be proud to provide.
In the relatively short time the website has been active, we have received several requests from within and outside or Veteran community. We have received at least two requests for the proper disposal of American flags. We have had family members of veterans looking for ways to support other veterans with donations of equipment, a quality hospital bed and a chair lift system for a home stairway. One family member was asking for help with steps down from a porch. We had one family member who was requesting honors being paid to Father, who had passed, at his funeral with veteran motorcycle riders. We have had several veterans or family members requesting information on some benefits. We have had veterans reach out asking about joining the American Legion or changing their post affiliation.
I have personally responded to each and every one of these messages and even if I didn’t know the answers, I let those people know that they were being listened to and that I would refer their concerns, questions and comments to the appropriate members here. I am proud to say that each time I referred them to someone with the possible answers, they seem to always come through. Without the support of fellow members of our Post 141, these accomplishments would never have happened, I would like to express my personal thanks to everyone in the post, especially those that i reach out for assistance, Bob Masek, Steve Lannom, Joseph Castorino, Jeremy McLean and John Kitchen, I apologize if i left anyone specific off my list.
We have a wonderful group of individuals within Post 141 who are dedicated to assisting other veterans in need and the community in general. I am proud to be a member of the American Legion, especially of Post 141 of the Tennessee Division.
Russ Mauzy, Website Administrator
www.tnlegion141.org
My name is Joseph Castorino, and I am the Historian of Rutherford County Post 141. I will be compiling a record of Post events and happenings for the year. I am in the process of researching Post historical data so we can all learn about the history of our Post. If anyone has any information about the history of the Post or past events, please feel free to email me at historian@tnlegion141.org.
Jan 31, 2003 – President Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair met at the White House; Bush said he would welcome a second U.N. resolution on Iraq but only if it led to the prompt disarming of Saddam Hussein. Pushing for a new resolution, Blair called confronting Iraq “a test of the international community.”
This article taken from website This Day in U.S. Military History and posted by Russ Mauzy.
BE THE ONE
Our Legion Post consists of Veterans from different branches of the armed forces, of members of different backgrounds, races, beliefs, and we support many organizations and community services but none are as critical as the Legion’s BE THE ONE program. We served wearing different uniforms but now we MUST serve each other and leave no one behind. Click on the card to get more information on this outstanding program.
Since I am still new to the Post, many of you do not know me, I’m Russ Mauzy, your website administrator, and an Army Veteran. I currently drive a truck for a full time living so I might not always be in the immediate area to meet, however, my phone is always on and it doesn’t matter the time of day or night, if you need someone to talk to, feel free to call me anytime. (615)295-3257
VETERAN’S CRISIS PHONE NUMBERS
1-800-273-8255 press 1
or
988 press 1
During our Sept 21. 2023 meeting we were addressed by Virginia Spini, a Suicide Prevention Case Manager with the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, Department of Veteran’s Affairs. With her permission, below is a copy of her business card with contact information.
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