April News

It's been a crazy month! Chaplain J has called home several times at strange hours of the day and night. He's learning the finer points of catching flights from one country to another. J's group typically wear red hats to identify themselves with the "Red Horse" unit.


Chaplains travel via whatever flights have space available. He accompanied some soldiers and civilians on a medivac flight from one base to another. The plane was very noisy so everyone wore earplugs. The patients ranged from civilian contractors with heart conditions to military members who suffered common injuries that you and I might see at a local emergency room. None of the passengers suffered from conflict based injuries.

Easter services were held outside. Most locations have long term Chapel staff so traveling Chaplains pitch in with local activities while meeting the needs of the particular unit they are assigned to. Chaplain J was pleased to help at the base as well as provide a small service for a group unable to attend the regular service.

No Fooling!

Chaplain J took pictures to show us just how much he is "suffering" with the food selection. Not only does he get ice cream and cookies, he also has lobster about once a week.


His favorite meal is breakfast. He can get most anything made to order. Many of the locations he will travel to over the next few months will not have this great of a selection. Enjoy it while it lasts!


The dining facility was recently remodeled. It's a great place to meet up with "the guys" and talk about what's going on.

This week's office is a cozy little space. Bring your own chair. Often impromptu counseling happens wherever there's a space - doorways, dinner tables, or parking lots. Outdoor conversation can be challenging at times. The air is constantly hazy because of all of the sand and dust in the air. The landscape is flat and brown. Hmmm... that reminds me of someplace.