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The Kentucky Racetrack Chaplain will celebrate 50 years of track ministry on May 2 at the Louisville-based track with the annual Race for Grace party. This is the main fundraising activity for the organization and the money generated allows Chaplaincy to continue its mission of serving the basic and spiritual needs of riders and women working at racecourses and training centers. created in Kentucky and Southern Ohio. With more than 7,000 licensees and three chaplains on five routes, the team serves steady workers, carriage drivers, starter gate crews and track staff, securing a family church and a home. home away from home as well as providing important basic needs such as clothing and food. Bank. There are also women’s and children’s sets, transportation to off-line appointments, and ethics support provided when needed.
“I have had great experiences during my 32 years as a thoroughbred jockey but my work as a chaplain has certainly been more rewarding and fulfilling,” said Pat Day, winner at Hall of Famer and Kentucky Derby, who will also be the Master of Ceremonies said. “Thank you to the sponsors, partners and supporters from every angle of this Department. God bless!”
The event will run from 6:00-9:00 p.m. and will include a live auction starring Keeneland Auction House Director Ryan Mahan. Items will include six box seats for the 2023 Kentucky Derby and Oaks races, leather laces from the 2022 Kentucky Derby competitions, and a silent auction featuring racing art and memorabilia. The keynote speaker will be nationally recognized Pastor Bob Russell.
For more information and to book event tickets, please visit: https://kychaplaincy.org. Race For Grace sponsorship is still available.
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