Chaplain
Howlin' Mad Smith Detachment #592 – Marine Corps League, Birmingham, Alabama
The Chaplain's Corner
A word of encouragement in these trying times from Southeast Division Chaplain, John Burk, Jr.
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and of sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7.
The world is going through extremely trying times. We have the Covid-19 pandemic, economic crisis and social unrest. I want to encourage all of us to not let fear dictate our words or our actions toward one another. We also cannot allow someone to use our fears and anxieties against us. God has given us the tools of power, love and a sound mind to withstand these issues, but we must be united together to weather these storms. Calamities such as these affect all of us in some way, and we must all work together as one to get to the other side. Pray for each other so that we can come out of all this together. Win as one.
For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith. 1 John 5:4.
About the Chaplain Program
The Chaplain of the Marine Corps League detachment provides spiritual support and guidance to members and their families. The Chaplain leads prayers at meetings and events, offers comfort during times of loss, and serves as a spiritual resource for all members regardless of faith tradition.
Our Chaplain, John Burks Jr., is available to members and their families for spiritual counsel, prayer, and support. Please reach out through the contact page or at any detachment meeting.
In Memoriam
We honor and remember our fallen brothers and sisters who have answered the final call. May they rest in eternal peace.
- Cpl. Ryan Winslow – KIA Iraq, April 15, 2006
- G/Sgt. Herman J Murkerson Jr – RIP October 1, 2007