Robins hosts second Clergy Summit in March Published Feb. 26, 2016 By Jenny Gordon Robins Public Affairs ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- A B-17 pilot who was shot down over Germany during World War II will be this year's keynote speaker during the 2nd Annual Robins Clergy Summit. This year's event will take place from 8 to 11 a.m., March 1, at the Museum of Aviation Hangar One. Retired colonel, Crawford E. Hicks, whose aircraft was shot down May 30, 1944, was a prisoner of war for 11 months. His experiences were associated with the 1963 movie, "The Great Escape," starring Steve McQueen. The March summit will focus on the wingman concept, and how the newly-formed Robins Ministerial Alliance can use it to continue building resiliency among its members, especially those who work in any high-stress occupation. They'll also be looking at the concept to see how it can be used to alleviate stressors that could mitigate suicidal behaviors. Breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. Other guest speakers include members of the alliance and the Installation Chaplain's Office. There will also be a discussion with the Robins First Sergeants Panel. Last February's summit - a pilot program that drew over 90 local clergy members - centered on the spiritual piece of the Comprehensive Airmen Fitness program, which is essential to the resiliency of airmen. The RMA was formed as a result of the summit, encouraging membership across all faith groups in finding ways to support Robins airmen and the Air Force culture of being a wingman to others in need. One of its efforts was establishing a network of spiritual sources for civilians, and continuing to develop on-call clergy teams to provide immediate crisis care for civilians and military if they need it. Those who RSVP may choose the option of touring the base; however, that is limited to 40 people.