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The Military chaplain

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--i l Il iii i TH ILTRYCALAINOLUME XLI NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 1968 No. 6
season's queetncis
o0unt Rainier pierces the clouds and looks down on the fleet of sailboats scudding along Lake Washington, in Settle, MCA's 1969 Convention city.
"WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS"
The National Officers, the Executive Committee and Board of Trustees, and the Executive Director, extend Warmest good wishes for a wonderful Christmas, and a very Happy New Year, to all members of The Military Chaplains Association and their families.




STAR OF WONDER, STAR OF NIGHT By Chapter News
Karl B. Justus
Executive Director, MCA
Yuletide, the joyous, holy NOTE: Due to the Executive Director's trip to SEA, 22 season of Christmas, is with November-8 December, this issue is being prepared in us once more. The strains of early November. Thus, some Chapter News is incomplete familiar carols fill the air but projected as known. and, it sometimes seems they
D. C. CHAPTER
are wafted to us on ancient
winds from the Judean hills MCA's Chapter in the Nation's Capital met for lunch. where Christ was born in eon, 19 November, at the Officers' Club at Fort Leslie the city of Bethlehem. McNair with a good attendance. Routine business was "Star of wonder, Star of handled as President Steve Gaskins presided. The program Night, Star with royal involved the much-discussed Hubble Report. LCOL G. C. beauty bright; Westward Smith, assistant to Admiral Hubble and Deputy Director leading, still proceeding, for Active Duty Compensation Development Office, was Guide us to Thy holy Light." the main speaker. He spoke on the background, developDr. Karl B. Justus As the momentous year of ment, recommendations and implications of the report.
(former Navy Chaplain) '68 draws to a close-a year Following the meeting the Chapter Officers and Dr. marked in America by tragedy, riot, assassination, unrest, Edward L. R. Elson, 1971 Convention Chairman, met. and war in Vietnam-might we of the "West" not mark the Christmas-tide with that carol as a prayer, "Westward GOLDEN GATE CHAPTER leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy holy light?" Luncheon at the Officers' Club, Presidio of San FranAs the Star of Bethlehem, symbolic of Jesus "the Light cisco, was the setting for the 28 October meeting of the of the World" sends its rays far down the future's broaden- Golden Gate Chapter-with sixty-six in attendance. CH ing way-Man, God's highest creation, is still bogged down, (BG) Ned R. Graves, Deputy Chief of Army Chaplains, lost in the darkness he has made for himself. Envy, jeal- was the guest of honor. Also attending were Dr. James Roy ousy, greed, hate, immorality and loose living characterize Smith, MCA's president, and the Executive Director, with his existence. The "Light," the Star, can only serve to reveal all being on their way to the Sixth Army Chaplains' to Man in his darkness that there IS a better way! Training Conference at Fort Ord. Chaplain Smith gave
So, let's open up the doors and let the Light shine in the luncheon address, speaking of his ideas, hopes and this Christmas, for Christmas is a time for happiness. It aspirations for the Military Chaplains Association. is a time for one to come out of the shadows and find himself anew, be born again-even as Christ was born. NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER Why else did the angels sing, "Glory to God in the high- On 19 November, the 44th Annual Meeting of the New est, and on earth peace among men of good will." England Chapter of the MCA was held at the Fort Devens
We have had too little of that "good will among men" in Officers' Club. President J. Edison Pike presided at a very America and, indeed, in the world. "Good will" is a two- fine meeting attended by military and civic dignitaries from way street, and those who desire it shown toward them the New England Area. A Memorial Service, honoring should expect to give it in return. It is the practice of this deceased members of the MCA, and active duty men who in our human relationships that spells REAL "brother- lost their lives in Vietnam, was impressive. Following the hood." If we believe in this, as we say we do, I suggest we luncheon, the chaplains, and wives attending, toured Viettry it! That would REALLY BE CHRISTMAS! nam Village at Fort Devens. The New England Chapter
My warmest greetings, and God's richest blessings, to
. continues to be MCA's most active one. all of our military chaplains and their families this Holy Season, and for every day of 1969. (Continued on Page ll)
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FROM THE PRESIDENT OF MCA THIE MILITARY CHAPLAIN
According to legend the National Headquarters: 1710 16th St., N.W., Washington, D. C. 20009 Greek philosopher Thales Telephone, 232-1667 fell into a well while stroll Vol. XLI NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 1968 No. 6 ing along gazing at the stars.
. Articles in this publication express the point of view of the authors His fame was because of his only and not necessarily those of the Association or of the Services. knowledge of the heavens Published 6 times a year by the Military Chaplains Association and issued bi-monthly. Editorial and Executive offices, 1710 Sixteenth St., N.W., Washington 9, D. C. Second Class Postage paid at Washington, but his downfall was his fail- D. C. This publication is mailed to all members of the Chaplains Association. Subscription to all others not eligible for membership are $5.00 ure to keep his eyes on the per calendar year. Foreign subscriptions (non-members) are $6.00 per calendar year. Special Library Rate, 3 years for $12.00.
ground. Karl Bennet Justus, Editor This danger exists not
only with people but, also,
with organizations and it
certainly exists with the
MCA. In recent years our
Dr. James Roy Smith eyes have been on the stars Ch (COL) USAR as our image has improved, our budget has grown and our membership has reached an all-time high. We need to stop now and look at the ground in terms of what we are doing and intend to do. There is a real place for MCA as the Professional Association of the Military Chaplain, but it cannot maintain its effectiveness if it is only a starry eyed organization with its head in the clouds. There comes a time when it has got to get down to the earth in building not only a budget and a membership but also a program and staff that justi- Though Hannuka is now being celebrated, we carry a
~Though Hannukah is now being celebrated, we carry a bes its reason for being. photo from Rosh Hashonah Services in Da Nang, RVN.
Ch (CPT) Franklin Breslau, XXIV Corps, facing the Believe this time is overdue with MCA and I need your Ark of the Covenant, conducts the special services. As help in strengthening our organization. We must build our we carry this photo, we take the occasion to wish our budget, enlarge our membership, add to our staff and colleagues of Jewish faith a Happy Hannukah. expand our services if we are to justify our existence. To ithis end at our last Executive Committee meeting I Visiting Washington? appinted six committees and charged them to move out Mrs. Annie R. Wellington is the new Resident in this direction. They are: Membership and Promotion, Manager of MCA Hospitality House at HeadquarLocal Chapters and National Conventions, Budget & Fi- terms. paid-up MCA members (and you can join on
~For paid-up MCA members (and you can join on nance, Magazine and Publications, Church Relations, and the spot if you do not belong), MCA has comfortLong Range Planning. able room facilities ($4.00 per night) for overnight
tor longer.
hope you will help me with this work so that while PLEASE make reservations before coming. NO Hiking pride in the starry eyed growth of our membership ONE WILL BE ADMITTED AFTER 2300 Hours,
il so plan to arrive prior to that time.
Swill not stumble into a hole of inaction because of our As you stay at MCA House, you not only help failure to build a program that justifies our existence. yourself; you help the Association. Let's use the facility!
James Roy Smith
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THE NAVY CORPS IN REVIEW, 193rd ANNIVERSARY
Heads bowed in prayer during Memorial Services aboard Captain Robert McComas, CHC, USN, Senior Chaplain nuclear carrier USS Enterprise, remembering airmen lost at the U.S. Naval Academy, talks with a Midshipman. over Vietnam. Both the Catholic and Protestant Chaplains As in all other services, the Navy looks to the religious officiate. welfare of its men.
"ETERNAL FATHER, STRONG TO SAVE,"
BLESS NOT ONLY OUR SAILORS, BUT
OUR SOLDIERS, AIRMEN AND
MARINES THIS CHRISTMAS-TIDE
The U.S. Naval Academy Chapel is shown in this photo, "A time for prayer." Marines, in the heroic defense Of with the Midshipmen going to Divine Services. The Khe Sanh, take a break to be led in prayer by Navy religious program of the services is vital to America's Chaplain Ray Stubbe of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. defense.
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RADM JAMES W. KELLY, CHC, USN CH, MAJ GEN, EDWIN R. CHESS, USAF
As the Christmas season approaches again, I extend my As we approach the Christmas season once again, we best personal wishes and the assurance of my prayers pause and reflect. The Christ event comes home to us anew. and God's blessing upon Navy, Marine Corps and Coast We share the unreserved joy and awe of eager and expectuad personnel everywhere, and upon the loved ones who Ghard personnel everywhere, and upon the loved ones who ant children as they become involved, for the first time, in :rengthen and sustain them.
~the celebration of the birth of Christ. In 1968 men and nations yearn for peace both universal the celebration of the birth of Christ. Ind personal, world peace and peace in the innermost We remember, too, the command to Peter, "Follow merecesses of the human soul. We pray, in keeping with this and I will make you fishers of men," for we also have Christmnas blessing, God will grant the peace we seek. heard and obeyed that electrifying message. We stand now It is at this point that the Herald Angels, who pro- in a world troubled, as it seems, from all sides; a world imed the holy event of Jesus' birth, offer us a profound that literally seems to be torn asunder by dissident forces Iion. The angels did not speak of peace on earth until and challenged by a generation gap that will not accept hey frst spoke of the glory of God. The scriptures suggest our traditional values. The truth, however, of the Christ ha men of good will cannot aspire to receive the Divine
ssifng of enduring peace on earth until they first ascribe event in history must and does transcend these problems. prpriate glory to God, who is the source of peace both I pray the blessings of this sacred season may abound in th souls of men and the community of nations. your life and in your work. May the Prince of Peace, Christ e ol fmen adhecommunityofntns
Himself, richly bless you for your devotion and love in His
Miaite you to join me in prayer that the angelic proclat nion, and its ultimate meaning, may soon become a part To all our Air Force chaplains, officers and airmen, I
i lives everywhere. Let us pray thfat God will hasten T l u i oc hpanofcr n imn
men's lives everywhere. Let us pray that God will hasten extend the warmest greetings of this season and a cordial
(Continued on Page 11) wish for a Happy New Year.
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WHAT DO THE CHAPLAINS SAY? With great regularity, MCA Headquarters receives letters from member chaplains. More than anything else, they write to comment on the Association and/or The Military Chaplain. Here are some examples: From Ch (LTC) James Allan in Vietnam: "The contribution of the MCA to active duty and reserve chipals cannot be measured in numbers alone . The magi is a breath of new life to those who serve around the world."
Ch (LTC) James R. Boggs, of ARADCOM, writes: "Your outstanding article in the July-August 1968 is deserves hearty congratulations. The conservative voice of MCA becomes a 'voice in the wilderness'... To be sure we are reaping the results of a permissive generation Your article, in my estimation, should become the theme of sermons to be preached from the pulpits of our country?' Rabbi David Lefkowitz wrote: "I commend you most warmly for your fine editorial in the July-August issue of The Military Chaplain. God only knows what has happened to the America in which we grew up, the ideals of our Founders in which we were all reared. Sometimes, we in the pulpit ministry become frustrated when we see all the dreams and hopes of faith flaunted by those who are CH (MG) FRANCIS L. SAMPSON, USA the beneficiaries of the American dream. Then comes a fine editorial such as yours, to give us something on which Christmas stands before us on the threshold of time. The
swaddling clothes, the manger, the crowded inn are all to go a little bit further." part of our religious heritage and are woven into our cul- Father Glenn D. Lauby, USA, now retired, wrote in tural background. The Holy Season evokes warm memo- September: "Your editorial, 'What's Happening to Amierries of the sights and sounds of childhood when we beheld ica?', should be widely published and placed in tract form Christmas as a time of presents and lighted trees, all in so it could be used in our Chapels and Churches through honor of the wondrous Christ Child. out the U. S."
But men move ahead even as time moves, and Christmas,
Louis M. Jackson, Staff Chaplamn of the 3d Suppont tho as old as the dreams of men, is yet as current as the i M co, ta ain he 3 St beating of a new born babe's heart. The lovely pictures Brigade, SUPCOM, wrote, saying, "I have never met yo etched on our memory by Christmas speak today of the personally, but feel a sense of togetherness through y our possibility of inner serenity in a world of anxiety. fine and conscientious efforts on our behalf. I apprecate
To the soldier with his rifle in Vietnam, to the chaplain the high quality of your editorials, in which you sleek to by his side, to his family alone at home, to all of us, the forthrightly come to grips with the realistic problems, Yt Christmas story speaks about a God who cared enough to the idealistic potential, of today's civilization." become flesh of our flesh, blood of our blood. The beautiful our nativity speaks of a Holy Child who came into our world We can only say that all letters and comments falays to save it from itself. Both the tiny babe's cry and the members, constructive or otherwise, are welcome and angels' chorus proclaim the love and power of God begin- appreciated-and the Executive Director tries to mantain ning small within our hearts, yet able to rise in mighty a personal relationship and liaison with members, wherever chorus to fill the skies of the universe, they are, as opportunities arise.
(Continued on page 11) Keep 'em coming!
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AROUND THE CIRCUIT
I A
Oikers of Quang Tri/Thua Thien Chapter in Vietnam; USACHS receives plaque commemorating 50th anniverLto R, Chaplains M. A. Rusnock, USA, John E. Zoller, sary of founding of school. L to R, Chaplain W. V. USN; Frans Kasteel, USA, Vice Pres., President, and O'Connor, MG F. L. Sampson, Chief, Commandant Sretary. T. V. Koepke, Leo Frye, Dpty. Cmdt, retired 10/31.
CHRISTMAS IS A TIME OF GIVING, A SHARING!
WHY NOT REMEMBER MCA
WITH A "SPECIAL GIFT"?
J
ng Binh, RVN. Ch (CPT) W. L. Tierney receives Ch (COL) Franklin T. Gosser, VII Corps Chaplain, re Star for valor from Col. F. B. Chase, Commander, U.S. Army, unveils plaque dedicating the Wildflecken 8hTransportation Group. Action was during Tet attack. Chapel Center, in Germany, on 29 September 1968.
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NEW LIFE MEMBERS
"NOW HEAR THIS".
"NO HEAR THIS" Since 1 October, when we began the appeal for 1969
There is an old rhyme which is so trite it may dues-at the new rate of $10-there has not only been a be called a cliche. wonderful response, but the number of new LIFE mem"Two men looked out from behind prison bars, bers received between that date and 6 November has been One saw mud, the other saw stars." unprecedented. In the order they were received, we list the members added to the LIFE roster: Trite though it may be, herein is revealed one's the members added to the LIFE roster: outlook and philosophy on life; whether to be earth- Monte B. Brown bound alone, heaven-bound alone, or to have a balance Joseph A. Duehren that embraces both.
This Christmas time we are planning to shoot the Thomas E. Hewitt moon with Apollo 8. Years of scientific and astro- Ronald A. Mosley nomical research have gone into this by men who, tho shooting for the stars and gazing heavenward, William A. Rushford had their feet solidly on the earth. David G. Boyce Many nights aboard a Navy vessel in World War Albert F. Ledebuhr II, floating on the "waters that cover the earth," I watched the navigator "shoot the stars" to determine Louis P. Luljak our position and chart our course. Thaddeus F. Malanowski In our President's column he mentions Thales, a James E. Shaw Greek philosopher, who fell into a well while gazing into the heavens. The trouble with Thales was, he M. Douglas Blair did not look where he was going. In contrast, there Edmund G. Bettinger is the man who always kept his eyes on the ground Edward J. Kita to see what he could find. He found pennies and pins, but never saw the stars. Jack E. Sutherland As for the MCA, no one has worked harder for Karl A. Tubesing seven years to bring the Association where it is; and Virgil W. Daley no one will work harder to bring it where I have Edward M. Mueller, Jr. long envisioned it OUGHT to be, but this can only Carl E. Tolbert be accomplished by ALL working together. We may look at the stars, but we are not "starry eyed." Erhard H. Harms In seven years we have doubled the membership; Horace M. Taylor we have raised and stabilized a budget; conventions Henry J. Rotrige have become meaningful professional seminars; busi- en Orie ness procedures are organized; chaplains, starting Eugene C. O'Brien with the Chiefs, consider MCA our "professional John R. Daly organization"; "The Military Chaplain" has expanded Frederick W. Helfer and is well-received by the vast majority of our members; in 1968 we have sought to help the Chiefs at Jesse W. Essinger their request concerning additional billets for General and Flag Officers; we have watched threats to the Military Chaplaincy, and are ready to defend it. MCA'S 44th NAT'L CONVENTION
A dedicated staff of 22 persons has built MCA to
what it is. Someday, when funds permit and the job 14-17 April, 1969 requires, staff will be added, but let's watch we do not build a "bureaucracy." OLYMPIC HOTEL
Let's get on with the task! Will you help? WASHINGTON Karl B. Justus SEATTLE,




GOOD ADVICE
"Lord, Thou knowest better than I know myself I am growing older and will soon be old. Keep me from getting talkative, thinking I must speak on every subject, every occasion. Release me from trying to straighten out everyone's affairs. Give me grace to listen to the tales of other's pains; mine are increasing and my love of rehearsing them is sweeter as the years go by. Teach me the glorious lesson that occasionally I may be wrong. Keep me reasonably sweet: I do not want to be a saint-some of them are so hard to live with, but a sour person is a crowning work of USA Photo the devil. Make me thoughtful, On 17 October, Washington, D. C. in the Office of the Chief of Army Chap- not moody; helpful, not bossy. lains, Ch (LTC) Carlos J. Lively was awarded the Legion of Merit for With my vast store of wisdom meritorious service while assigned to the USA Chaplain School. L to R: Mrs. Lively, Chaplain Lively, and Ch (MG) Francis L. Sampson, Chief of it seems a pity not to use it all, Army Chaplains. Chaplain Lively serves in the Chief's Office. but, Lord, I want a few friends at the end."
Anonymous
A New Book "Royce and Hocking American Idealists" is the title of a new book written by Dr. Daniel S. Robinson, Director Emeritus, School of Philosophy, the University of Southern Calif. Cost, $5.00; publisher, The Christopher Publishing House, in Boston. Dr. Robinson is one of America's leading philosophers. We are proud he is a member of the MCA. A Naval Reserve Chaplain, with rank of Conmmander, he served in both World Wars.
We wish the book every success and are happy to rec[tRichardson, Alaska: Ch (COL) James A. Connett, USARAL Chaplain onmmend it to our members en. photo was taken) discusses the program with his son Ch (CPT) who are interested in the field Y"ld B. Connett, stationed now at Fort Ord, recently from Vietnam. Col. of philosophy. aiett is now retired, but when this picture was taken they were the only ive duty father-son team in the Army Chaplaincy. Grandchildren, too!
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NATIONAL AWARD POLICY NAVY CHAPLAINS 193d BIRTHDAY
At its annual fall meeting held in Washington, D. C., On 28 November, Navy Chaplains throughout the world on 15 October, the MCA Executive Committee, on recom- observed the 193d anniversary of the Navy Chaplain Corps. mendations and suggestions of the president, adopted a s policy that will prevail henceforth in selecting honorees The history of the Corps is as old as the Navy itself. for MCA's National Citizenship Award. Back in the year 1775, the Corps was founded under article two of the regulations of the Continental Navy.
Annually MCA honors an outstanding citizen for contributions to the moral and spiritual life of our nation. The William Balch was the first chaplain to be commisperson may be either clergy or laity of any religious faith sioned in the Navy Corps. He held no service rank as do embraced by the MCA. Navy Chaplains today. It was not until the year of 1899
In the past, the policy has been to leave the selection to that chaplains were appointed to rank and, then, it was the Local Chapter sponsoring the National Convention at usually that of lieutenant. which the Award is given. Since its founding the Chaplain Corps has contributed
It is now desired to link the National Executive Comn- much in creating a better way of life for all men of the mittee to the selection process without completely taking sea. Chaplains were instrumental in the founding of the the final choice from the Local Chapter. It will be a sharing U. S. Naval Academy, the elimination of flogging in the process. Navy, and the establishing of various welfare and recreaFrom now on-the sponsoring chapter shall select by tion programs.
1 October a nominee from the following categories: Reli- Almost two centuries later, the Corps now boasts a gion, Medicine, Public Service, Business, the Military, Gov- strength of nearly 1,100 chaplains. The strength brought ernment, Politics, Journalism, and other categories may be t bth na cr is he strn t rp added as properly determined. The name of the nominee about by the Vietnam crisis is the largest that the Corps added as properly determined. The name of the nominee shall be forwarded to National Headquarters not later has reached since the days of World War II. than 1 October each year. Other chapters may select Under the direction of Rear Admiral James W. Kelly, nominees. Chief of Chaplains, the Corps represents 47 of America's
At its October meeting, the National Executive Com- 252 religious denominations, which include Protestant, mittee shall select the nominee. Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Jewish, Latter Day
This new policy will involve both the National Head- Saints, Seventh Day Adventists, Christian Science, and quarters and the Local Chapter; it will require a much other small religious groups. broader base of candidates; will assure, finally, a nominee Like their predecessors, Navy Chaplains continue to that is acceptable to both-and at long last provides an serve their vast congregations. Faith, trust in God and approved format for selection, the teachings of the American Churches they represent
are their principal resources in the discharge of their
CHAPLAINS' FUNDS GIFTS ministerial duties.
Between the dates of 20 September and 6 November, as Today, the Navy Chaplains Corps is providing the Amerwe write this issue of the MC, the Military Chaplains ican naval forces in Southeast Asia with the most direct Association received gifts totaling $816.44 from the Chap- access to the ministry of Navy Chaplains ever before lains' Funds listed below. These "designated" offerings known. continue to be a means of helping the Association's growth, The Military Chaplains Association, and its many memand strengthens its financial foundation. We hope many he o t ry an Asoc nd its mner of our member chaplains will keep this possibility in mind bers of the Army and Air Force, extends to its mer throughout the year. Each gift was personally acknowl- chaplains in the Navy, all good wishes and a very HAPPY edged, and we say here "thanks again." BIRTHDAY!
Protestant, Richards-Gebauer Air Force Base
Protestant, 54th Engineer Battalion A worthy quote: "All that is essential for the triumph
Protestant, 1604 Air Base Group of evil is that good men do nothing."
Catholic-Protestant, USARYIS Edmund Burke
Protestant, KAGNEW Station, APO, New York
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CHAPTER NEWS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER
(Continued from Page 2) Thirty chaplains attended this meeting on 22 October at the Naval Station, Terminal Island. CDR James Powell, NEW YORK CHAPTER Senior Chaplain at the Station, discussed "Our Mission in
The November meeting of the New York Chapter was Vietnam." There was a tour of the Station and the Naval hed on Veterans Day at the U. S. Army Chaplain School, Ship Yard. Luncheon was served aboard the USS KearFort Hamilton, New York. The program was in the form sarge, recently returned from the combat areas of Vietnam. of a panel discussion on the theme (a timely one in 1968) It was an excellent meeting. 'Public Order." The panelists were Chaplain Ercel F. lVebb, Chaplain James L. Smith, and Chaplain Walter C. CHRISTMAS MESSAGE, CHAPLAIN KELLY Daib, Secretary of the Chapter. It was a lively meeting. (Continued from Page 5) the day when all peoples will acknowledge the Prince of OZARK CHAPTER Peace as the hope of the world and when all men and nations will turn to Him as Saviour and Lord. Only then We have only a brief report from the Ozarks, but the will peace on earth become a reality. quarterly meeting was held on 22 October at Richards- To Navy and Marine Corps personnel the world over, Gebauer Air Force Base with 22 in attendance. Six attended and to your families, I extend my warmest best wishes [rom Fort Leonard Wood, and the Kansas City area was for a joyous, blessed Christmas season. well represented. The January meeting will be in Columbia, Missouri, and plans are already being made to have CHRISTMAS MESSAGE, CHAPLAIN SAMPSON agood delegation at Seattle next April. (Continued from Page 6)
The Christmas story speaks to us about shepherds who PUGET SOUND CHAPTER were out in the field at night being faithful to their charge, This is not a report from a Chapter meeting, but one performing duties they were commissioned to perform, when they received the vision of truth and became partners to the effect that the Executive Director spent 24-25 October when they received the vision of truth and became partners in Seattle. A full-scale meeting was held with the 1969 with God in the knowledge of the Saviour's birth. The Convention Committee, as well as with officials of The Christmas story speaks to us about the wise men who led Olympic Hotel. We report that the convention organization a procession which still marches today. The Christmas
d planning is well advanced. A fine program is in store, story begins a marvelous affirmation of the possibilities of ad planning is well advanced. A fine program is in store,
d the honoree (to be announced later) for the National man. Here we see the archtype of our lives as we strive ad the honoree (to ,be announced later) for the National ICA Award has been selected. BE SURE to put 14-17 to emulate the stewardship of the Magi and the devotion pril, 1969 on your calendar, and attend!! to duty of the shepherds, as we again place not only our anxieties but our time, our talents-yes, our very livesat the feet of the Christ Child.
QUANG TRI/THUA THIEN CHAPTER May the full meaning and the eternal blessing of God's Through the efforts of Ch (COL) Clayton E. Day, we Holy affirmation be yours this Christmas Season. are happy to announce MCA's first chapter on foreign l-rganized in Vietnam on 7 October, named as above NECROLOGY aid with 25 Oharter Members. Chaplains Chess and Justus We hold in sacred memory these departed chaplains. plai to present the Charter in Vietnam. The officers are: Marion E. Bratcher, USA
he Marion E. Bratcher, USA President, Capt. John Zoller, CHC, USN; Vice President, Loy C. Gobrecht, USA Ch (LTC) M. A. Rusnock; and Secretary-Treasurer, Ch Albert Levitt, USA (CPT) Frans Kasteel. CONGRATULATIONS! A Chap- William A. McKee, USA ter is being organized in Saigon by MACV Chaplain, Will L. J. Paznonskas, USA Oyatt.




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The Navy Chaplains Corps flag is presented to the Most Reverend Terrence J. Cooke, Archbishop of New York and Military Vicar for Catholic personnel in the Armed Forces, by RADM James Kelly, Chief of Chaplains. The flag is placed next to the portrait of the late Francis Cardinal Spellman, former Vicar of the Armed Forces. Presentation was made in Archbishop Cooke's office in September of this year.
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