I’m with my unit for Army training. Our Soldiers are executing their respective roles. The signal guys are getting our commo online; our logisticians are keeping us supplied for the training iteration; our intel folks are gathering all critical threat assessments and mitigation plans; our aviation folks are prepping for all manner of dangers from above; our fires team is staging artillery assets for offense and defense; our legal team makes sure we’re doing everything legally, morally, and ethically. On and on it goes with the various roles and responsibilities. It’s impressive to see my fellow Soldiers do what they’re trained to do–train, fight, and win the nation’s wars. 

This morning, the winds in our location lashed our tents. An NCO took our brigade colors and reinforced the staff so that the colors remained standing (see attached photo). He didn’t know that I took his photo, but I texted it to him later. That action by him captured something invisible made visible. It’s not about the individual, but about the team. It’s about the mission. But the mission requires the individual. Quality men and women who do the right things when they think no one’s watching. 

As their chaplain, it’s my honor to minister hope, light, and truth to these fine American patriots. Press on, Volunteers. May the Lord find us faithful.