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Lt. Jayson Nicholson, Lt. Amy Blevins, Lt. Junior Grade Timothy Lee and Lt. Junior Grade Daniel Swartz stand inside the United States Marine Corps Memorial Chapel. - Lt. Jayson Nicholson, Lt. Amy Blevins, Lt. Junior Grade Timothy Lee and Lt. Junior Grade Daniel Swartz stand inside the United States Marine Corps Memorial Chapel.

Chaplain candidates learn what it means to serve God and country aboard Quantico

It is very rare that Officer Candidates School (OCS) would receive a chaplain candidate, but it is more of a rarity to receive four.

Alpha Course participants from Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Stafford, Virginia, and Alpha on Quantico gather for worship at “The Weekend” retreat outside of Richmond, Virginia, during the Spring 2016 Alpha Course. The Weekend is a time focusing on relationship development within your groups and connection with the Holy Spirit. - Alpha Course participants from Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Stafford, Virginia, and Alpha on Quantico gather for worship at “The Weekend” retreat outside of Richmond, Virginia, during the Spring 2016 Alpha Course. The Weekend is a time focusing on relationship development within your groups and connection with the Holy Spirit.

Alpha Course returns to Quantico in September

Looking to explore the Christian faith or connect with others in your community in a friendly, open and informal environment? The Marine Corps Base Quantico Command Religious Program is rolling out the second iteration of ‘Alpha on Quantico.’ The fall course is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Sept. 20 in the chapel annex at 6:30 p.m., registration is required, see below for details.

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The season for giving

As most of you are aware, we are in the midst of the business of the holiday season, which actually began right after Halloween.

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What are you thankful for?

If you struggle with feeling down or depressed this time of year, I would remind you of the words of Scripture found in Psalm 43. The context here is very different.

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Render Praise

Psalm 148:5 “Let them praise the name of the LORD, for at his command they were created.”

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A Life of Purpose

God is calling every one of us to a life of purpose. Having a goal, a destination, a purpose is critical for a happy and successful life.

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‘Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?’

The child was the only one willing to trust Jesus with his food in the midst of 5,000 hungry people.

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Serving others: Love in action

As we head into the home stretch of the summer season, I wanted to take this opportunity to review where we have been and what we have accomplished as the Command Religious Ministry Team aboard Quantico and also take a look at what is ahead for the rest of the summer and early fall. Some people may wonder, “What is the Command Religious Program all

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Roller coaster or lazy river

When one thinks of a roller coaster, what comes to mind? Is it the fast speeds, twists and loops, being in the front or back, or maybe the hanging from your seat and not sitting?

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What I learned working with wounded warriors

For the last three years I have served as the chaplain to the Wounded Warrior Regiment providing pastoral care to wounded, ill and injured Marines, their family members and the military and civilian staff who advocate and care for them. It has been a sacred privilege to have served in this capacity. As I prepare to move on to my next assignment, here are some of the “lessons learned” that will go with me.

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