A Veterans Day celebration was held on Monday morning at First Morning Star Baptist Church, Bena. 
The program began with the presentation of the colors by the Gloucester High School NJROTC, followed by those in attendance singing the “Star Spangled Banner.”
Pastor Larry Arrington gave the call to worship and the welcome was given by president of the GURA and the pastor of New Mount Zion Baptist Church, the Rev. Vincent Pryor, a U.S. Navy veteran.
“Today, when you see those who have served, extend a thank-you for your service, because without that service some of the benefits that we enjoy today would not have been possible at all,” said Pryor.
Brinda Jones introduced the worship leader Dr. Gloria Savage-Early, who is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
The Veterans Chorus led the crowd in singing the Battle Hymn of the Republic as well as America the Beautiful.
A scripture and prayer were also given by the Rev. Ward Warren, pastor of First Baptist Church Ordinary and a U.S. Marine Corps ...