Walther Christian Academy Welcomes Military Alumni

Walther Christian Academy students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered to commemorate Veteran’s Day and to thank those who have served our country and have protected our freedom. The first annual Veteran’s Day Chapel Service was led by Rear Admiral of the Navy Rev. Dr. Daniel L. Gard, who is President of Concordia University Chicago, an educational partner with Walther.

A moment of silence was held for two Walther alumni who made the ultimate sacrifice. Illinois Army National Guard Sergeant Joshua Harris ’06, from Forest Park, was killed in action in Afghanistan on September 17, 2008. U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Steven Balcer ’74 of Addison died in a March 1981 military plane crash.

Military alumni in attendance included Paul Grotelueschen ’77 (retired USAF), and Army veterans Richard Duzinskas ‘03 and Ted Roberson ’08. Long-time Walther coach and retired faculty member, Warren Hoger, was also present.

A student brass ensemble performed The Navy Hymn. Walther students Josiah Clair, Josh Montoya and Ian Evans read Scriptures and led prayers.

About Walther Christian Academy

Walther Christian Academy provides a challenging academic program in a nurturing, vibrant, Christ-centered environment for students in preschool through 12th grade. Walther also serves students with quick-start college options through partnership with Concordia University Chicago. Students from more than 40 Chicago area zip codes attend Walther, benefitting from the school’s educational, spiritual and extra-curricular opportunities. To learn more about Walther Christian Academy, visit Walther.com. You can also find Walther on Facebook.