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Veterans Day celebration hosted by Highlands College

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025

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EVERY FREEDOM COMES WITH SACRIFICE.

Regardless of your background, rank, or time serving in the military, your commitment to protecting our American liberties allows us to live, work, and worship freely.

Because of you, we live free to gather for church, read our Bible without fear of losing our lives, and empower others to pursue God. Because of you, generations of ministry leaders and individuals passionate about sharing the Gospel have reached millions of people who would never know hope.

We want to honor you—and the many men and women who came before you—at our annual Veterans Day Celebration. This event is hosted by Highlands College.

EVENT DETAILS

We invite Veterans and all who wish to honor their service and sacrifice to join us as we celebrate the spirit of courage and resilience of our United States military members.

Breakfast Reception: 8:00 AM
Celebration: 9:00 AM

Location: Highlands College
3660 Grandview Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35243

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WE ARE Thankful FOR YOUR SERVICE

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Photo of Scott Kidd Poteet

Lt. Col. Scott “Kidd” Poteet (Ret.)

We are honored to have Lieutenant Colonel Poteet as this year's keynote speaker.

Lt. Col. Scott “Kidd” Poteet (Ret.)

Lt Col Scott “Kidd” Poteet (Ret.) is not your typical astronaut. As a young kid, Kidd struggled with intense motion sickness, fear of heights, and a less-than-stellar academic performance. After experiencing a serendipitous moment in college, a fire was lit from within, setting his sights on becoming an Air Force fighter pilot. Kidd served his country for 20 years and exceeded all expectations as a combat-proven warrior, USAF Thunderbird ambassador, and Fighter Weapons School graduate. Kidd excelled in his military career while fostering his passion for endurance sports by competing in 16 Ironman triathlons, including the World Championships in Hawaii. Following his epic military career, Kidd fulfilled his childhood dream as an astronaut aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket on a 5-day earth orbit spaceflight. This Polaris Dawn mission to space made history by setting numerous records for future generations to strive for. Kidd's experiences on orbit and throughout his career led to the realization that when you embrace your God-given gifts and have an attitude of humility, you can forge a path of purpose in pursuit of greatness.

HOSTED BY HIGHLANDS COLLEGE

Highlands College is a biblical higher education institution that exists to supply the Church with leaders of competence, character, and spiritual maturity, holistically trained to lead lives of eternal impact by fulfilling the Great Commission.

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