Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point

FROM THE MCAS CHERRY POINT COMMAND CHAPLAIN:

- Weekly Sunday Worship Services

SUNDAY WORSHIP Schedule at MCAS Chapel

0900 Catholic Mass (Main Chapel)
0900 Christian (Protestant Liturgical) (Fellowship Chapel)
1100 Christian (Contemporary) (Main Chapel)
Children Services provided (ages 3-10)

- Tun Tavern Fellowship Bible Study on Tuesdays at 1900 at the Roadhouse

- Women's Study is meeting weekly on Thursdays at the Chapel - THE QUEST, Beth Moore Study, childcare provided.

- Jewish Community Schedule Questions about the Jewish community? Contact Chaplain Lurer (amanda.r.lurer@usmc.mil)

- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)

The ASIST workshop is a two-day class for caregivers who want to feel more comfortable, confident and competent in helping to prevent the Immediate risk of suicide.

To find out more information or to register please call the 2d MAW Chaplain's Office at 252-466-3314.

Classes are given at the Training and Education Building and are scheduled from 0830-1600 both days.

A. Learning Express to Replace Peterson's DoD MWR Education Resource

ALERT: LearningExpress, will replace the current on-line test preparation tool, Peterson's DoD MWR Education Resource Center.

If you or someone in your family is currently using the Peterson's resource, please ensure that work has been completed before the site is no longer available.

Community Services, Personal and Professional Development Education Program

For more information contact Phone: 252-466-2046 DSN: 582-2046

B.  Financial Resources for Higher Education Webinar

The Personal and Professional Development Program recently developed a new webinar, Financial Resources for Higher Education. Learn about resources and programs that can assist you in funding your education. Topics include: FAFSA, GI Bill, CLEP/DSST Exams, Tuition Assistance, Free Classes, Joint Services Transcript, and Scholarships. This webinar will share some wonderful resources to help you save time and money as you pursue your educational goals.

Click on the link to go to the webinar:
http://elearning-cp.usmc-mccs.org/courses/FinancialResources/story.html

C.  Schools Aboard the Installation (Jerry Marvel Training & Education Building 4335)

(1) Craven Community College, Room 120, 252-466-5020  Offers a wide range of programs, including college transfer courses, two-year degree offerings, partnerships with four-year universities, specialized workforce training options, high school completion and GED programs.

(2) Park University, Room 122, 252-466-2655  Offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Management, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Human Resources, Criminal Justice, Social Psychology, Logistics, Finance and Accounting.

(3) Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Room 114, 252-466-2779  Offers two Bachelor of Science degrees, Aviation Management and Electronics Systems Technologies in an alternating weekend format. Experience training or career electives, related to discipline, is required.

(4) Boston University, Room 114, 252-466-2491  Offers a Master of Science in Leadership and a Graduate Certificate in Project Management.

D.  Visiting Schools

 For information and a schedule of visiting schools please call the POC: Mrs. Dana Bayliss, Education and Career Specialist, 252-466-2046/3500 or by e-mail, dana.h.bayliss@usmc-mccs.org

Family Member Employee Assistant Program: Mission Possible: Operation Resume Webinar. Providing our military spouses with basic instructions for creating an effective resume.

Learn the three basic types of resumes: 1) The Functional Resume, 2) The Chronological Resume, and 3) The Combination Resume. Get a head start on your resume and then schedule an appointment with us.

Click this link, http://mccscherrypoint.com/programs/elearning/, then scroll down to the last webinar titled Mission Possible: Operation Resume. Let's accomplish this mission together!

A. MCCS Weekly Events

http://mccscherrypoint.com/events/

B. Single Marine Program

Fun events from your Single Marine Program http://smp.mccscherrypoint.com/

C. Subscribe to our Weekly Happenings email

Subscribe to our Weekly Happenings email with your personal email address to stay up-to-date with MCCS Events and Specials. http://eepurl.com/o-2Yv

When utilizing the mess hall and you have already signed in, you are authorized to eat seconds at any line provided in the mess hall. This does not authorize seconds to be taken out of the building.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MEAL CARDS: Marines on MEAL CARDS must have their issued military id card(CAC) when entering the building and signing in for a meal. Personnel who do not have both of these items will pay the full meal price.

A. Mess Hall Hours for Cherry Point and Bogue Field

* MID-RATS WILL BE CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY WHEN 96 HOUR LIBERTY HAS BEEN AUTHORIZED

CLOSED SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS. 

For additional information, please call 252-466-4030

B. Response to Customer Comments on ICE

In order to better serve our patrons, please provide the day, date and time of service when submitting ICE comments. In addition, it is recommended you leave your point of contact information so we can better serve you.

C. MCFMIS POS

Marine Corps Food Management Information System (MCFMIS) Point of Sales (POS) is fully implemented at all USMC Installations. POS automates garrison mess hall manual meal verification processes throughout the Marine Corps. The POS system reads the CAC, records Electronic Data Interchange Personnel Identifier (EDIPI) information, interfaces with MCTFS, and validates member Meal entitlement. The software includes the ability to process various cash, credit cards (as applicable) and payroll deduction transactions in support of meal payments (when due). Marines that choose the payroll deduction transactions or receives a payroll checkage will see the pay checkages on their Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). Marines should review their LES regularly to monitor payroll deductions and report any unauthorized deductions to their local IPAC. See MARADMIN 255/17 for more information.

A. NHCCP Patient and Family Partnership Council.

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, NHCCP wants your input. We are seeking active-duty Sailors, Marines and Coast Guard members to join our Patient and Family Partnership Council . This is your opportunity to provide input and feedback regarding our programs and services. There are only a limited number of seats available, no rank restrictions and family members may also apply.

Contact CAPT Elisabet Prieto, elisabet.prieto.mil@mail.mil.

B.  Classes Available

Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point offers classes each month on a variety of subjects.

The Below classes are open to anyone ?????:

• Nicotine Cessation Classes
• Sports Nutrition (Learn about eating for performance, muscle building and supplements.
• Ship Shape Weight Management Class
• Diabetes Self-Management
• Carbohydrate Counting
• Medications (Everything you need to know about meds prescribed for anxiety, depression, PTSD Trauma, etc. Open to all!
• Stress Management Class

  The classes listed below are ONLY FOR ACTIVE DUTY.

• Active Duty Weight Management Class
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia  (Learn about sleep, insomnia and non-medication methods to treat it.)    
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)(Shown to be effective in treating issues related to depression and anxiety disorders.)
• Outpatient Crisis Prevention Program (OCPP)  (Coping skills to reduce anxiety and depression.)
• Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) (Skill building in distress tolerance, interpersonal  efficacy, emotion regulation)
• Women's Group (MST) (Process group for female service members who have experienced sexual trauma)    
• Men's Group (Process group for men for adjustment to military life and life stressors.)

Please call 252-466-0277 for questions and how to enroll in any of these classes.

C.  Pharmacy Refill Extended Hours

The Cherry Point Naval Health Clinic Pharmacy Refill pickup station at the Marine Corps Exchange has extended its hours to include Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., until further notice.

A. Budget For Baby Classes

The focus of this class is on the financial impact of a new family member. Open to all Ranks. For Information, or to register call 252-466-2031

11 April 1300-1500
23 April 0930-1130
8 May 1300-1500
21 May 0930-1130
4 June 1300-1500
20 June 0930-1130

B. Breastfeeding Classes

Learn breastfeeding techniques!! Open to all ranks. For information or to register call 252-466-2031.

11 April
8 May
4 June

All classes are held from 1000 - 1130