Summer ‘Smart Casual’ for Guys | Movies for Memorial Day | Freedom Didn’t Come Cheaply | US Missionaries Killed by Gang | Russia Launches Space Weapon
Hello Ambassadors,
Memorial Day - the unofficial start of summer. So we continue equipping you for summer outings. More somberly, we also share perspectives that help us remember those who died in service to our country. We'll also catch you up on two int'l stories - American missionaries to Haiti were killed by a gang and Russia launched a space weapon. A lot of heavy this week, but remember - those who trust in Jesus have great hope on this Memorial Day.
Men’s Style
Summer Smart Casual for Men (The Art of Manliness)
The article provides a guide to men’s summer smart casual outfits. It offers advice on selecting versatile clothing pieces that are both stylish and comfortable in warm weather. The guide includes suggestions for lightweight blazers, breathable fabrics, and appropriate footwear. It emphasizes the importance of balancing formality with relaxation, ensuring men can look polished while staying cool.
All of the outfits “keep things light, breezy, and casual, while adding an element of stylish intentionality that will ensure you look sharp and elevate the occasion.”
Art & Culture
American History: Memorial Day Weekend Movies (The American Catholic)
The article lists movies to watch over Memorial Day weekend that honor American history and military service. It includes films such as “American Sniper,” “Hamburger Hill,” “Porkchop Hill,” “Hacksaw Ridge,” “Sergeant York,” and “Gettysburg.” These movies are recommended for their portrayal of courage, sacrifice, and the historical significance of various American wars.
The author writes, “A deep feeling of gratitude always comes over me when I set foot in an American cemetery at this time of the year and see the flags waving, symbols of service, pride, patriotism, sacrifice, and memory.”
Current Affairs
Memorial Day Reminds Us Our Freedom Didn’t Come Cheaply (Heritage Foundation)
The article emphasizes that Memorial Day serves as a powerful reminder that the freedoms Americans enjoy were hard-won through the sacrifices of countless brave men and women. It underscores the importance of honoring those who gave their lives in service to their country, highlighting that their devotion and patriotism continue to safeguard American liberties.
“If there’s one thing that Memorial Day reminds us, it’s that our freedom didn’t come cheaply. Many Americans gave what President Abraham Lincoln called ‘the last full measure of devotion’ so that liberty could continue to ring from, yes, sea to shining sea.”
Faith
Young US Missionaries, Religious Leader Killed by Gang in Haiti (VOA News)
The article reports the tragic killing of a young American missionary couple, Davy and Natalie Lloyd, from Oklahoma and parents of two children and a local religious leader, Jude Montis, by gang members in Haiti. They were attacked after leaving a youth group activity at a church in Port-au-Prince. The incident highlights the severe security challenges in Haiti, where gangs control much of the capital. The missionaries were involved in humanitarian work focused on helping children in Haiti.
The only solace that we have from a terrible shooting of this young couple and their ministry partner is that they are now in the presence of their Savior. We are grateful for the hope for those who know Jesus as Lord and pray that good will come from this tragedy.
Foreign Affairs
US-Russia Launch Anti-Satellite Weapon; Moscow: Fake News (The Hill)
The article discusses the U.S. accusation that Russia launched a counter-space weapon capable of attacking satellites into low-Earth orbit. The Pentagon claims this satellite was placed in the same orbit as a U.S. government satellite, raising concerns about potential threats to American space assets. In response, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov dismissed these claims as “fake news,” reiterating Russia’s stance against deploying strike weapons in space.
The article also highlights the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Russia over space militarization, with both countries failing to pass resolutions at the UN to ban space weapons.