Because it is a benefit for veterans, the United Women’s Prayer Corps looked to someone who has worked with veterans.
This led to choosing country music star Aaron Tippin, who will perform at the Roanoke Rapids Theatre on August 11.
“He actively works with veterans and entertains troops,” said Rhonda Mayer, who is president of the United Women’s Prayer Corps. “This is our first big endeavor. Having seen him in concert I know what a powerful and energetic concert he puts on.”
Ticket sales have not been announced but the show is booked, according to information provided by the city.
Proceeds from the concert will be split amongst the prayer corps, Paralyzed Veterans of America, the Roanoke Valley Veterans Museum and a local American Legion post, said Mayer.
The prayer corps formed as a nonprofit organization two years ago and its mission is to support troops and veterans through prayer and other areas such as music and prayer handkerchiefs the organization sends out to troops it has adopted. “We hope to push this as a nationwide effort,” Mayer said.
The prayer corps has done concerts with the Tarboro-based Dew Point Rising. This will be the first with a nationally acclaimed performer. “The city has been absolutely wonderful,” Mayer said. “(Parks and Recreation Director) John (Simeon) has been extremely helpful. (Halifax County Convention and Visitors Bureau President) Lori (Medlin) has been extremely helpful. It’s been great and we’re hoping to do other concerts.”
The prayer corps has adopted several troops by sending handkerchiefs and sending care packages throughout the year, Mayer said.
The Paralyzed Veterans of America works with veterans in finding them jobs, helping them cope with their new life and retrofitting homes as well as being advocates for them.
By presenting the Tippin concert, Mayer said, “Our hope is we can bring attention to our group by getting the people of American praying. There is more power in praying than anything we can do.”
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