Catholic Military Life

Catholic moral theologian Joseph Capizzi, Ph.D., mulls upcoming keynote on the ethics of military service at the Nov. 9-11 Catholic Military Conference in Chantilly, VA.

Juliana Gahr reflects on her two years on Team Saint Paul at Travis Air Force Base, accompanying airmen on their journeys of faith.

A military chaplain's counsel on debt management led retired U.S. Marine Gunnery Sergeant Michael J. "Gunny" Riley on a post-service vocation counseling others. Here, he shares the story.

Exactly what is the Catholic Military Conference, set for Nov. 9-11, 2026 in Chantilly, VA? Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, the Very Reverend Anthony R. Frontiero, S.T.D., and General Counsel Elizabeth Tomlin, share how participants will come face-to-face with some of the most important moral choices confronting those who serve in today's military.

All U.S. Military members are required to take an oath to defend and uphold the Constitution. With the Nation celebrating its 250th birthday, Catholic Professor Justin Litke, Ph.D., reflects on how Catholic teaching influenced the founding documents and where America stands today in pursuit of a more perfect union.

Father William (Chris) Palladino, J.C.L., of the Archdiocese of Boston reflects on his new role as AMS Judicial Vicar.

As the United States and those who defend it in uniform celebrate the Nation's Semiquincentennial, Sister Constance Veit of the Little Sisters of the Poor, herself of a military family, reflects on the true meaning of Jefferson's words: "the pursuit of happiness."

Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota welcomed Catholic author Daniel Markham on his tour of Catholic communities in each and every state plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, an experience he chronicles in his book, 52 Masses: A journey to Experience Catholicism Across America (Peregrino Press).

Father Mark Rutherford, J.C.D., looks back on his six years as AMS Judicial Vicar while preparing for the next stop on his priestly journey.

Father John Williams, USMC, shares how he discovered his priestly vocation while deployed as a U.S. Marine artillery officer to Iraq.

Catholic former Congressman and Speaker of the House Bob Livingston, a longtime supporter of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, member of the Medal of Honor Foundation and the Navy League of the United States, recounts from personal experience how prosecutors wage lawfare to persecute perceived American enemies in his new book, "The Rainbow Chaser."

In an emotional conversation, U.S. Marine Tim Hanley recalls his time in Vietnam with fallen War hero Father Vincent R. Capodanno, Servant of God.

When Chris Powers entered the U.S. Naval Academy in 1974, his Catholic chaplain was a priest who went on to become John Cardinal O'Connor, Archbishop of New York. Now the Master of Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus in Washington, DC, the retired Navy captain and fighter pilot reflects on these and other experiences in his life as a devout Catholic in uniform.

On April 23, Trinity Missions will present Archbishop Broglio with its 2026 Spirit of Father Judge Award. Trinity Missions Vice-President for Development and Mission Advancement John T. Butler is here with details.

Catholic U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Jack Hagopian (Ret.), shares how tutoring Ukrainian soldiers in English turned to spiritual mentoring as they defend their homeland against the Russian invasion.

Catholic Religious Education Coordinator Lorrie Lane Dyer, Ph.D., reflects on the importance of faith formation for U.S. Military families.

Mrs. Nancy Smith shares how her son's time at West Point and ensuing Army career inspired her to sponsor exhibits for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, at the SEEK 2026 Catholic faith conference.

A longtime supporter of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, Retired Four-Star Admiral Willam J. "Fox" Fallon reflects on a consequential 41-year career in the U.S. Navy with a new memoir, Decisions Discord & Diplomacy: From Cairo to Kabul (Fortis).

What does it mean to be a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus? Supreme Master Michael R. McCusker explains.

In this episode, consider a conversation with the Rev. Monsignor Stephen J. Rossetti--U.S. Air Force veteran, doctor of psychology, exorcist, and author of the new book, "My Confrontation with Hell: Real Demonic Encounters of an Exorcist" (Spirit Daily).

Meet Michele McAloon: retired Army pilot, podcaster, canon lawyer, wife, mother, woman of the chapel.

Mr. Kevin Smith shares how U.S. Military veterans, wounded or ill warriors, and their caretakers or companions can apply to go on the annual Warriors to Lourdes spiritual journey in May--all expenses paid, compliments of the Knights of Columbus and the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

Bill Newbrough, Donor Relations Officer for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, shows how you can support Catholic pastoral care for U.S. Military members through the Triennial National Collection.

U.S. Army Sergeants Mark Baron and Regis Kramer trade guns of war for swords of the spirit, leaving the military to join Team Saint Paul.

Retired Four-Star Admiral William J. Fallon on the annual Pilgrimage for the Sea Services and his soon-to-be published memoir, Decisions, Discord, and Diplomacy: From Cairo to Kabul.Ad

Meet one of the newest members of Team Saint Paul. Mr. Zackary Little is an eight-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps who will accompany servicemen and women on their journey of faith at Camp Lejeune, along with his wife Annie and their four children.

Ms. Jennifer Barton, an award-winning Catholic journalist, U.S. Air Force Veteran, and mother of six, explores faith in new romance novel now seeking a publisher.

Father Daniel L. Mode, CH, CPT, USN, biographer of Vietnam War hero Father Vincent R. Capodanno, reflects on how the slain U.S. Navy chaplain's real-life story serves as an example to all Christians.

In this episode, Catholic author Tara McMullen, wife of a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, reflects on how her new book, The Home Front Devotional, is an essential spiritual companion for military families.

Lieutenant Commander Victoria Selkirk serves not only as a dietician in the U.S. Navy but also a consecrated virgin in the Catholic Church. In this episode she shares her remarkable story.

The inspiring story of Korean War hero, the Venerable Father Emil Kapaun, stands front and center in a new documentary film from Paulist Productions, Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain's Journey. From Los Angeles Executive Co-Porducer Father Tom Gibbons, C.S.P., joins us for a preview.

What are the days and hours of anticipation like for a soon-to-be new priest awaiting ordination? Father Erin Donlon, ordained May 31, shares his story.

Thursday, May 22, is the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for Mariners and People of the Sea including U.S. Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen. In this episode of Catholic Military Life, we learn more from Sister Joanna Okereke, HHCJ, National Director of Stella Maris, the maritime apostolate of the Catholic Church.

In this episode, retired U.S. Army Special Forces First Sergeant Sompaul Vorapanich joins us by phone from Lourdes, France where he is on pilgrimage with the Warriors to Lourdes.

Lt. Gen. Christopher Burne, USAF (Ret.), shares plans for, and explores the meaning of, the 31st Annual Memorial Mass to be celebrated by Archbishop Broglio on Sunday, May 18, at 4:30 p.m. (ET) in the Upper Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 4th Street and Michigan Avenue NE, Washington, DC.

Meet Auxiliary Bishop-Elect Gregg M. Caggianelli whose episcopal ordination will take place on May 9 at Saint Vincent de Paul Seminary in Boynton Beach, FL.

In this episode Madeline Stockman, Coordinator for Missionary Discipleship Formation, shares personal adventures accompanying U.S. Military servicemen and women on their journeys of faith through the Reach More movement.

Catholic Deacon Ray Moreau, Maj USAF (Ret.), reflects on his commitment of service to God and Country.

Father Stephen Wong traces his unlikely journey from Jamaican emigrant, to U.S. Army counter-intelligence officer, to Catholic priest ordained at 62 following a 40-year military career.

Newly appointed AMS Vocations Director Father Paul-Anthony Halladay, CH (MAJ), USA (Ret.), shares his vision for accompanying more young men to priesthood and military chaplaincy.

Col. Suzy Streeter, USAF (Ret.), on a new apostolate for spiritual mentoring linking older military personnel with younger personnel in the U.S. Military.

Father Thomas J. Woodhouse shares his journey from aviation supply officer in the U.S. Marine Corps to Catholic priest of the Diocese of Providence, R.I. His prosperous career as a pilot in the aerospace defense industry was interrupted by God's call, leading to his ordination at the ripe age of 56.

In this episode retired U.S. Army Colonel Anita Raines shares thoughts on her new role as Chancellor of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

In this episode Noah Mize and Peter Bockrath tell how they became the first male members of Team St. Paul, assigned to Fort Campbell in Kentucky.

In this episode retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Kevin Stacy shares his experiences serving as a Missionary Discipleship Trainer, based in Oklahoma, for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

Retired NBA star Gordon Hayward shares how he decided to become Catholic after 14 years in professional basketball.

Meet Juliana Gahr, a new member of Team Saint Paul. In this episode she traces her journey from college graduate to spiritual companion of those serving on active duty in the U.S. Air Force.

In this episode Team Saint Paul members Caroline McDermott and Ms. Regina Fontana give witness to their Catholic faith encounters over the past year with soldiers at Fort Campbell.

In this episode retired Four-Star Admiral William J. Fallon invites all to go on pilgrimage--the Pilgrimage for the Sea Services on Oct. 6 at the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, MD. Listen for details.

In this edition, Ms. Jurate Reventas shares her first-year adventures as a member of Team Saint Paul at Travis Air Force Base in California.