I serve in two primary roles: in a local Baptist denomination as a pastor and in … Reserve Military Chaplaincy is Not a Distraction From Pastoral MinistryRead more
Padre
Good News: Being a Padre
When the pandemic hit, I wasn’t sure how that would affect every area of my life, … Good News: Being a PadreRead more
Good News: Back in Uniform
I recently achieved one of my goals of getting back into military chaplaincy. I actually joined … Good News: Back in UniformRead more
Good News: The Lincoln and Welland Regiment
One of the goals that I have had is to get back into the army reserves, … Good News: The Lincoln and Welland RegimentRead more
Why I Want to Return to Military Chaplaincy
For a number of years, I served as a chaplain (padre) in the army reserves here … Why I Want to Return to Military ChaplaincyRead more
Closing a Chapter
Today was a big day for me in that I took the first step in closing … Closing a ChapterRead more
Video Blog: What is a Padre?
I have decided to experiment with a video blog. The basic idea is to video myself … Video Blog: What is a Padre?Read more
Getting Some Exercise
I can almost guarantee that this good news post has nothing to do with what you … Getting Some ExerciseRead more
Advice for Potential Young Military Chaplains
I have had quite a number of pastors talk to me about a desire to become … Advice for Potential Young Military ChaplainsRead more
Why Should a Church Support Their Pastor in Military Chaplaincy?
You may be a part of the leadership of a church that has a pastor interested in … Why Should a Church Support Their Pastor in Military Chaplaincy?Read more
Basically I am Qualified For My Occupation
My good news for this week (really the last two weeks) is that I am now … Basically I am Qualified For My OccupationRead more
On Being a Christian Chaplain in a Non-Christian Military
When I tell people that I am a military chaplain, there is one concern that is … On Being a Christian Chaplain in a Non-Christian MilitaryRead more
7 Reasons Why Pastors Should Consider Military Chaplaincy
One of the most rewarding parts of my life has been my role as a military chaplain … 7 Reasons Why Pastors Should Consider Military ChaplaincyRead more
The Sword of the Lord
As a reserve army chaplain, I am interested in both the history and the nature of … The Sword of the LordRead more
Should Christians Serve as Military Chaplains?
Before I go into this topic I should share two things: 1) I am a Christian, … Should Christians Serve as Military Chaplains?Read more
The Role of a Military Chaplain
One of the most fulfilling parts of my ministry is my role as an army chaplain … The Role of a Military ChaplainRead more
Basic Training
It was two years ago this month that I did my basic training at CFB Borden. … Basic TrainingRead more