What was it like to be aboard Air Force One on September 11, 2001?

As America marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we hear the remarkable first-person story of retired U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Wanda Joell, who made history as the first African-American woman named a permanent Presidential crew member aboard Air Force One.

SMSgt. Joell served as a flight attendant on Air Force One under four US presidents—but one day stands apart from all the others: September 11, 2001.

She was serving aboard the aircraft that day when the terrorist attacks struck the United States. Wanda shares her memories of that extraordinary flight, which ultimately lasted more than 15 hours, and recalls a personal moment when she spoke words of comfort to President George W. Bush.

She tells us about her remarkable career, what it was like serving presidents aboard Air Force One, the historic significance of her role, and the faith that guided her throughout her life and career.

PLUS-- in The Word in 7: Did Jesus come to bring peace...or division? A look at Luke 12:49-59.

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Wanda Joell's webpage: https://www.wandajoell.com/

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Meet Wanda Joell

03:26 Off to the Air Force!

05:50 Joining the Air Force One team

07:23 Serving under 4 presidents

08:27 Remembering 9/11

10:55 A word to the President

11:18 God's hand at work

11:52 Wanda Joell's legacy

13:38 The Word in 7 | Luke12:49-59

20:57 Prayer and final comments

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