Chaplain Candidate Sojourn 3

Hey everyone. My last Chaplain Candidate post was on April 2, 2010 and I was waiting for my packet to be approved/disapproved by the Chaplain Board. (US Army, Reserve). So this is an update and encouragement for those just starting out in the process or in the same boat. My packet (paperwork/security clearance/MEPS physical/endorsement) went before the Chaplain Board on May 11-12. I got a phone call on Friday the 14, from my recruiter, letting me know that I was approved to be a chaplain candidate! I felt a huge weight being lifted and had a peace about the whole process. I started the paperwork with my recruiter back in October of 2009, and have been anxiously waiting to start drilling with a local RESERVE unit and learn from a seasoned chaplain. Since my packet has been approved, I am now waiting for a letter of Oath of Office (30-60 days after the board), so I can swear-in as a second lieutenant in the US Army Reserve! I will be doing a swearing in ceremony, for family and friends, to document this memorable occasion. I am extremely excited about beginning this path of ministry for two reasons. First, I have always had a ...

Why Army Chaplaincy

Growing up in a home with parents who served God was a key influence on my life. My parents were involved with ministry as a whole, and looking back, I can remember watching them specifically around Youth Ministry. Every moment the church doors were open my family was in attendance or serving were we could. I became a believer at the age of 12 while my family attended Bardstown Junction Baptist Church. I went to Summer Camp the following year at the age of 13 and felt as if God was calling me into the ministry. Not knowing what to do, I kept my feelings of calling inside. After graduating High School in 1996, I joined the Army and served for 3 years. While I was in the Army, I volunteered in Ministry. After serving my term in the Army I attended College and went nowhere. I knew that I was created for much more than the secular college had for me. I met my wife and was married to her while waiting for her graduation I worked as a custodian at a local church. I met the pastor regularly and he ...

Army Chaplain Corps Video

Here is  a video that I have found that, to me, is very motivational. I am proud to be on the path of becoming an Army Chaplain. I can think of no greater purpose than to serve my God and serve my country. If you are on the same journey, please leave a comment below.