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- ConvoyFr. David explains that with convoys, as with life, the worst parts are paradoxically also the best.25 min
- Eve Means LifeFr. David has been away from his baby daughter, Eve Marie, for five months. Here he reflects on the nature and meaning of their long-distance relationship.20 min
- Paschal Joy, Paschal Lessons, Paschal RestFr. David shares some of the joys and frustrations of celebrating Pascha in Afghanistan.21 min
- Finding Scott HakimWhile looking for an Orthodox Marine, Fr. David is reminded that, when conducting a search, you often find much more than you bargained for.34 min
- A Just WarFr. David applies St. Augustine's seven principles of a just war to Operation Enduring Freedom.39 min
- Fallen AngelsFr. David explains that there are many similarities between American Marines and the Afghani people, particularly in the area of loss.22 min
- Brief MomentsFr. David reminds us that we need to be content where we are, looking for those brief moments in which God can speak to people who need to hear.32 min
- Full HeartsFr. David sends his first group of Marines into a fight on their own, and he blesses them before they go.15 min
- A Table in the Presence of My EnemiesFr. David describes what it's like to build and prepare an Orthodox altar for his Marines in Afghanistan, most of whom are not Orthodox Christians.28 min
- Faithful Guardians of Soul and BodyFr. David reflects on guardian angels, both his earthly protector, the Chaplain's Assistant, and his heavenly one.20 min
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A Chaplain of Marines Speaks His Heart and Mind from the Front Lines of Afghanistan - Fr. David Alexander, an Antiochian priest and chaplain with the United States Marine Corps, gives us a window into…
life with his Marines as they battle in Afghanistan and his struggle to be a shepherd in their midst.