It was optimistically called the War To End All Wars.  The destruction and carnage of the First World War was virtually unimaginable.  More than 100,000 Americans who answered the call of their country gave their…

As we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we recognize our Chaplains—those who help so many others that also have to be able to help themselves.  A well-known metaphor suggests that we have to…

With Memorial Day fast approaching, churches everywhere are getting ready to prepare for this very special holiday. We know it can be a challenge to make plans for such an event in a way that…

Did you know that the national success of Mother’s Day can be directly linked in large part to the military? Even though Mother’s Day began in 1908, and given federal recognition by President Woodrow Wilson in…

As the weather is warming up, we are reminded that before long, spring will give way to summer. Without a doubt, kids everywhere are already dreaming about those lazy, hazy days of summer. But, as…

Here to Help the Military and Military Families We, at Armed Services Ministry, are all about getting God’s Word and Bible study resources into the hands of Military Members and their families. As Memorial Day…

Memorial Day is when we remember those veterans who have made the ultimate sacrifice and are no longer with us. It’s definitely an opportunity to set the tone and care for our church communities well.…

Equipping Those Who Serve for Every Spiritual Battle   All Service Members have learned that military life can be stressful and demanding, regardless of location or circumstance. Combat exposure, constant training, family separation, physical demands,…

Scoring Goals I had junior high teacher who posted this quote over his desk: To score, you must first have a goal.  The problem with many us in the military is that we get so…

In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found…