The 4th Annual Tribute Highlight Video!
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Psalm 91 Testimony
Testimony received by OS91: "During April 27, 2011 EF5 + Tornado, my sister, her daughter and my daughter were in Phil Campbell where my sister and I work. We were in the vault and blessed to have been allowed to bring our children. My daughter, 4 years old, was underneath me, I was bowed down over her (she was sleeping, thank God). During the tornado I prayed out loud Psalms 91. I prayed, "God, COVER ME WITH YOUR FEATHERS RIGHT NOW! I CLAIM PSALMS 91!" We were all praying. We were protected. NOT ONE flower petal was out of place on our work property that was not even a block from disaster. My brother was in his patrol car about 1/2 a mile, right in the path of the tornado. He was in the tornado it before he realized. It picked him/in his patrol car up/ then put him back down - Minor damage to car. A few weeks later, my brother was passing out your cards that said "PSALMS 91!" I KNOW GOD HEARD MY CRIES!!! GOD PROTECTED OUR FAMILY, AND I PRAISE GOD FOR THAT. AFTER THE TORNADOES WERE GONE, MY BROTHER, MY SISTER AND I, AMONG OTHERS WENT OUT TO HELP AS MANY AS WE COULD. I LIVE AND BREATHE FOR HIS GLORY, FOR THE CAUSE OF CHRIST!"
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
4th Annual Tribute to Honor America's 1st Responders
OS91's beautiful stage this year thanks to Vera Clark of
Baldwin Fairchild, Flowers For You, and Colonial Flowers
Operation Safety 91's 4th Annual Tribute to Honor America's 1st Responders was held at the Rosen Centre in Orlando on September 30th, 2011. With about 475 in attendance not only from Central Florida but also from Jacksonville, Georgia and New York, it was truly a day to remember. This year's Event specially commemorated the 10th Anniversary of 9/11, and the 343 Firefighters who died in the Twin Towers.
Patriotic Preshow by Central FL Community Arts Singers
Deluxe Luncheon enjoyed by Responders and Sponsors
Every attendee received a plastic Psalm 91 card plus other goodies at their place.
Keynote Speaker John Picarello, FDNY (Ret.)
You could have heard a pin drop as retired NY Firefighter John Picarello told his story of being in the Lobby of Tower 1 on that fateful day of 9/11, when 104 stories imploded on him and he walked out without a scratch. John emphasized to all the Responders present to seek God's protection on a daily basis, in all circumstances.
While the Event was going on in the Hotel, the U.S. Honor Flag was being transported to Orlando.
While the Event was going on in the Hotel, the U.S. Honor Flag was being transported to Orlando.
American Airlines plane with U.S. Honor Flag landing with highest honors
in Orlando International Airport before Event
First female Captain to fly U.S. Honor Flag removes it from cockpit
U.S. Honor Flag transferred to Police at OIA
to escort to Rosen Centre for 4th Annual Tribute
Grand entrance of U.S. Honor Flag
into 4th Annual Tribute Hall of Heroes
We were honored this year with a visit from the U.S. Honor Flag, which flew over Ground Zero until the last shovel of remains were removed. USHonorFlag.org The Honor Network President and Co Founder, Chris Heisler, was approached several months ago by NY OS91 partner, Al Castro, Founder and President of NY Regional Police, newyorkregionalpolice.org and Founder of God's Shield of Protection Police Officers Ministry godsshieldofprotection.org and arrangements were made for this great American treasure to be featured at our 4th Annual Tribute.
After speaking Chris Heisler (right) presented Al Castro
with a pair of white gloves used for the U.S. Honor Flag
OS91 friend and 3 year partner, Al Castro, presented Ed
and Mary with NY Regional Police Badge and Ministry Pin
Sheriff Jerry Demings presenting Portraits to
Deputy Virginia Coates (left) and Cheryl Heber (middle)
Portraits unveiled
Following the Flag Ceremony was the 3 part Memorial. Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings presented the widows of two Orange County Deputies with a Portrait of their husbands, fallen in the line of duty. Cheryl Heber was presented with the portrait of Deputy Craig A. Heber, Master Aviation Pilot. Deputy Virginia Coates, currently serving in OCSO, received a Portrait of her husband, Deputy First Class Brandon Lee Coates. http://marygansterartist4responders.blogspot.com/
Orlando Fire Department and Rosie O'Grady Bagpipers
Next, Amazing Grace was played by OFD and Rosie's Bagpipers...a very emotional moment for all. Their performance was absolutely outstanding and OS91 is so grateful to all of them!
Ed Ganster rings 3-4-3 tolls on Orlando Fire Department Bell
in honor of the 343 Firefighters who died on 9/11
Roseanne Scutero and LT Joe Scutero, OCSO
honored for recently deceased Joseph Michael Scutero,
friend a supporter of OS91
Mary Ganster: "God is our Protector!", speaks on Ps 91
OFD Deputy Chief Edwin Youman (right) and
OCSO Battalion Chief Scott Seigler pray Psalm 91
Tim Kaufman closed with "God Bless the USA"
Special Thanks to our A/V Crew:
Dave and Slater Cohen of Central Florida Fire Academy
Special Thanks to Shane Shifflett for bringing the Pink Fire Truck
Fort Stewart Firefighter Shane Shifflett drives his Pink Fire Truck around to raise public awareness of the Responders who suffer and have died from cancer because of the rescue efforts of 9/11.
Special Thanks to Bob Ogren for bringing his 343 Cart
Bob Ogren, the father of one of the Firefighters who lost his life at 9/11 has dedicated his life to honoring the memory of not only his son, but also of all the 343 brave Heroes who lost their lives at the Twin Towers. This is a mobile memorial cart resembling a Fire Truck. Thank you, Bob, for bringing this cart to OS91's 4th Annual Tribute! FD343NY.COM
Special Thanks to our Silver Sponsor:
DRS Technologies
Special Thanks to our Table Sponsors:
4 Rivers Smokehouse
Baldwin Fairchild
Brevard County Hyundai Dealers
Christ Family International Church
Harris Corporation
Heller Brothers
Marvin Vasquez
New Hope Christian Academy
PSAV
Rural Metro Ambulance
SeaWorld
UNO Chicago Grill
Wireless Technology Equipment Company, Inc.
Special Thanks to our Bronze Sponsors:
Apopka Citizens for Quality Law Enforcement
City of Minneola
In God We Trust Foundation
In God We Trust Foundation
Kelly's Foods
Service By Air, Inc.
Star and Shield Insurance
Star and Shield Insurance
Triumvirate Consultation, LLC
Special Thanks for In Kind Donations:
American Adversaries Radio (WORL 660AM)
Baldwin Fairchild
Colonial Flowers
Design For Recognition
Flowers for You
Fun Spot
Helping Hands Ministry
New Varis
Central Florida Fire Academy
ProCamps Worldwide
PSAV
West Orange Photo and Digital
Thank you, Al Castro, for bringing three priceless banners
signed by NY Responders
Special thanks to:
Emcee: Brian Brightman
Scott Smith of Avalon TV
Scott Smith of Avalon TV
All our Volunteer Staff : We couldn't have done it without you!
Also special thanks to Richard Shanley for his photography both at the 4th Annual Tribute Event
and at Orlando International Airport for the arrival of the U.S. Honor Flag.
To contact Richard for your picture: memoriesoneclickatatime@yahoo.com
Ed and Mary Ganster before the U.S. Honor Flag
Monday, September 26, 2011
Pray For the U.S.
Did you know that during
WWII there was an adviser to Churchill who organized a group of people
who dropped what they were doing every day at a prescribed hour for one
minute to collectively pray for the safety of England, for its people
and for peace?
There is now a group of people organizing the same thing here in America. If you would like to participate: Every evening at 9:00 PM Eastern Time
(8:00 PM Central) (7:00 PM Mountain) (6:00 PM Pacific), stop whatever
you are doing and spend one minute praying for the safety of the United
States, our troops, our citizens, and for a return to a Godly nation. If you know others who would like to participate, please pass this along. Our prayers are the most powerful asset we have. Please forward this to your praying friends. You don't have
to sign on, or sign up - just pray, and ask your friends to join you in prayer.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Ed Ganster on American Adversaries Radio
NostraDennis praying Psalm 91 on American Adversaries Radio
Tonight OS91 Founder Ed Ganster was invited to be the special guest on the American Adversaries Radio Broadcast to promote Operation Safety 91's 4th Annual Tribute to Honor America's 1st Responders coming up this Friday, September 30th at the Rosen Centre Hotel. Friends of OS91, Radio Hosts Lar Adams, Chris Hart and NostraDennis warmly welcomed us and helped promote not only the 4th Annual Tribute Event but also the UNO's DoughRaiser going on here in Central Florida until October 9 . Both Events are Fundraisers for OS91 to raise monies for plastic, credit card size Psalm 91 cards for Responders. In only 8 months by God's grace OS91 has produced and distributed 200,000 plastic Psalm 91 cards all over the U.S. as well as Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan, and Southern Africa!
Special mention was given to COL Danny McKnight of Black Hawk Down, OS91's National Spokesperson, who has been a special guest twice on American Adversaries. Mentioned also was Mr. Harris Rosen, designated by OS91 at our 3rd Annual Tribute Event as "Orlando's Ambassador to America's 1st Responders". Mr. Rosen is greatly appreciated by Central Florida Responders. The highlight of the Broadcast was NostraDennis praying Psalm 91 on the air. (pictured above)
A retired Firefighter called in to be part of the show and then called OS91 afterwards to put in his RSVP for the 4th Annual Tribute! A heartfelt Thank you to Lar, Chris and Dennis for your friendship and support and God bless you for what you are doing!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Thursday, September 15, 2011
OS91 at Apopka Rotary
Bill Spiegel, Pres of the Rotary Club of Apopka
with Ed Ganster
Today Ed and Mary Ganster of Operation Safety 91, guests of Dr. Paul Gordon, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Apopka, made a presentation before the Rotary Club of Apopka. As always, free Psalm 91 books and cards were made available to all and an invitation was given to all to attend the 4th Annual Tribute to Honor America's 1st Responders. Thank you Pastor Gordon and Bill Spiegel for welcoming Operation Safety 91!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
9/11 Commemoration at CFI Church by OS91
Christ Family International Church and Operation Safety 91
present a 9/11 Commemoration
Thank you Dr. Rick Kendall of
Victory Ministries & Global Embassy Network
Sunday, September 11, 2011
OS91 at CFI for 9/11
Left to right: Pastor Gerry Khourie, Captain Johnson and
2 Firefighters of Port St. Lucie County Fire Rescue and Ed Ganster
Pastors Gerry and Donnelyn Khourie of Port St. Lucie's Christ Family International Church hosted Ed and Mary Ganster of Operation Safety 91 to hold 9/11 Commemorative Services today. Special honored guests were Captain Johnson and 4 Firefighters of Engine 3 Port St. Lucie County who did not receive any Emergency calls and were able not only to stay for the entire 10 o'clock Service but even helped take down the 8' x 12' U.S. Flag after the Service.
Captain Del Hicks giving his miraculous Psalm 91 testimony
Del's wife, Pat, praises God for protecting
her husband
Keynote speakers, Captain Del and Pat Hicks shared their own part of the story concerning God's supernatural, miraculous protection of Del during a plane crash and 40 hours in the frigid waters of the Atlantic. Years of studying, praying and confessing Psalm 91 was their foundation of faith during this crisis and God showed himself faithful during their time of need.
PSL Firefighter holds bell during Memorial
Children of St. James Academy hold candles ...
and wave flags during Memorial Service
"No Greater Love", Firefighter Version -
Gift from Pastors Khourie to OS91 Founders, Ed & Mary Ganster
After Service, pictures were taken of names of the
343 Firefighters who gave their lives at the WTC
Responders were given Psalm 91 cards. Mary was thrilled
to give a Psalm 91 card to this young man in the Air Force.
Firefighters help Ed take down giant U.S. Flag
Thank you, Pastors Gerry and Donnelyn Khourie, for the honor and privilege of preaching in your Church, and for your faithful partnership with Operation Safety 91! We appreciate you and your Congregation!
September 10, 2011
Eagle Scout Jeff Cox and Police Explorer Jeffrey Johnson
Friend of Operation Safety 91, Windermere Eagle Scout Jeff Cox and Police Explorer Jeffrey Johnson help Mary restock our table at "Winter Garden Remembers 9/11" on Saturday before Ed and Mary's trip to Port St. Lucie, FL for 9/11 Services at Christ Family International Church on 6501 St. James Road. This week at the exhibit at Winter Garden's City Hall the response of the people has been overwhelming. OS91 was restocking books and cards several times daily! A very good attendance shows that we have not forgotten the Events of 9/11....and young men like Jeff and Jeffrey give us great hope for the future of America! Special thanks to Norman Rein for putting this week long Event together.
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