It is an educational liturgical event for soldiers, veterans, and civilian allies trying to find meaning in faith and service. When they leave they will have a deeper understanding of the inseparability of their story from the story of God. They will begin to recognize themselves in scripture not just as outliers or cautionary tales but as moral exemplars that find their highest expression in Christ himself. The vibe will be punchy, playful, sometimes solemn, and be inclusive and affirming of all ranks, military specialities, and character of discharge.
an event and culture almost like a homeless ministry or Catholic Worker; closer to military speech patterns, values, and prejudices. Or like a needle exchange, not trying to change them as much as meeting them where they're at. a lot of churches see their ROI as asses in pews, but that's not my thing; I'm after quality of faith, not quantity. What might feel to some civilians as too much compromise (curse words, etc.), I see as necessary for credibility before my own community. to center enlisted service, so "Chaplaincy" and related topics are not really the ideal paradigm for what I'm going for. Think of this as a more compelling "Stand Down;" resources for the little guy to get by, not the same regurgitated talking points that everyone serves up.
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0600 First Formation livecast?
Luke 4 (ASV) vv.16-17, Isaiah 61 (ASV) v.1-9
Isaiah 61 (ASV) vv.10-11, Luke 1 vv. 46-55
Matthew 4 (ESV) vv.12-14, Isaiah 9 vv.1-5