In my chaplaincy I always kept our Lord's wishes on the back of my mind:
"Be not afraid"

Learn about Fr. Mark, a Sacred Heart priest who served four years of active duty as a military chaplain.

Prayers for Our Military

Find words of comfort and spiritual inspiration to honor those serving our country and for our fallen heroes.

Prayer for Refugees and War Victims

A Prayer for Departing Troops

A Prayer in Time Of War

Soldier's Prayer For Families & Friends Left at Home

For Courage in the Time of Battle

Prayer for Officers In Command

For the Innocent Victims of War

For Fellow Combatants

Soldier's Prayer for Hope in the Midst of Destruction

Soldier's Prayer On the Eve of Battle

For the Safety of Soldiers

For Deceased Veterans

In a Time of Waiting

For Our Enemies

For Government Leaders

Prayer for Those Who Await a Soldier's Return

Prayer of a Parent for a Departing Soldier

Prayer of a Son or Daughter for a Departing Parent

Prayer of a Spouse for a Departing Soldier

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Army Chaplain Father Mark Mastin, SCJ

Fr. Mark Mastin, SCJ, completed four years as a U.S. Army Military Catholic Chaplain (captain) in July 2015 and currently serves with the Army Reserve. His tour of duty included nine months in Afghanistan where his responsibilities included going on ground convoys and flying some 106 missions and 9000 miles by helicopter into our many camps that were located in hostile territories.

"Chaplaincy is a ministry of presence and caring regardless of a soldier's belief or behavior," says Fr. Mark. He counseled more than 225 soldiers, gave dozens of briefings and talks on resiliency and suicide prevention, performed more than 100 Masses, taught confirmation and RCIA and was appointed leader of NATO chaplains in his region. Following his deployment, Fr. Mark received the Bronze Star, the fourth highest individual military award.