Military Ministry, Second Edition
Chaplains in the Twenty-First Century
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
The church is called to provide clergy for the military. Seminaries educate and prepare students. But there are complexities, controversies, and criticisms and many seminary or college professors have no experience in the military. Understanding these dilemmas, Paul Linzey, Keith Travis, and Chris Linzey created a much-needed resource. They have trained and mentored thousands of chaplains, pastors, and ministerial students in the United States and several other nations. The result is a comprehensive book about serving as military chaplains in the twenty-first century. Drawing from their experience as pastors, chaplains, professors, endorsing agent, chaplain recruiters, and social media content creators, they provide a professional resource for anyone interested in ministry. Their records, qualifications, and expertise combine to provide a passionate and authoritative look at serving as military chaplains today. The book is well-researched, true to life, and up to date. It is unparalleled in scope.
Endorsements (17)
“Praise for the first edition: “Military Ministry describes the role and office of military chaplains, which is dynamic and complex in nature. . . . I highly recommend this book to students, ministers, churches, and others who are thinking about chaplaincy or supporting chaplaincy.”
“This is the book I wish I had twenty-three years ago! . . . Military Ministry is a must-read for any person considering the call to the military chaplaincy or already actively serving. . . . This should be required reading for every chaplain serving in the Department of Defense!”
“This new book is a superb tool for understanding what the American chaplain ministry is all about. . . . Especially unique to this book are the personal anecdotes of actual chaplain ministry—a writing touch that draws one into the real life of a military chaplain. This will be the go-to book for anyone considering military ministry.”
“Military chaplaincy is a uniquely challenging, crucial, and compelling ministry. Linzey and Travis understand it as well as anyone. You will be informed and inspired as you read their book!”
“Linzey and Travis have hit a grand slam! Military Ministry deals with legal, moral, ethical, spiritual, and personal aspects of military ministry. Filled with history, facts, research, inspiration, motivation, and personal anecdotes, this book fills a need for an academic resource on military chaplaincy and chaplaincy as a ministry calling.”
“Paul Linzey and Keith Travis speak to the heart of chaplaincy: caring for those for whom Christ cares, with a focus on the military. The text is engaging and practical, addressing the foundational dynamics of military chaplaincy. . . . They speak in theological, practical, and caring terms for carrying out the Christian mission of loving others through the work of the Spirit in the uniqueness of military communities.”
“Keith Travis and Paul Linzey served their nation with distinction as army chaplains. They have provided an excellent, much-needed resource for those interested in military chaplaincy and/or in serving as a military chaplain. . . . This is not just a textbook, but an inside look at serving as a military chaplain. I commend this book to you.”
“A lot of people have questions about how to minister in the military today. Military Ministry offers insight about the how-to of ministry in the military context. A must-read for anyone considering the call to military chaplaincy, this book provides practical help for chaplains. It will challenge you to think through how to minister effectively and reach this generation of men and women in the military.”
“Keith Travis and Paul Linzey have provided a great resource for those discerning a call to become a military chaplain, for current chaplains who need to refresh their understanding of this unique ministry, and for civilian pastors who want to know more about the challenges of serving in the armed forces. . . . It is a must-read for those thinking about service as a chaplain!”
“Paul Linzey and Keith Travis have provided a much-needed volume. They draw from deep research and their own experience as military chaplains, in addition to that of several wise colleagues. This should become the primary textbook for courses training future military chaplains and a treasured handbook for those already ministering those protecting us in uniform.”
“Military Ministry is a must-read for military chaplains at any stage in their career. . . . This book provides a road map for successful ministry in today’s environment. The firsthand experiences are inspiring and an encouragement for chaplains to bring the hope of Christ to those they serve!”
“Military Ministry is the book every chaplain should read and keep as a resource. . . . Read this book if you want to grow as a chaplain. Ridiculously superb job by Paul Linzey and Keith Travis! This is a game changer! They crushed it!”
“Excellent read from start to finish. This book captures the essential elements that a military chaplain must possess to be successful in life and military ministry. . . . Current chaplains, military endorsers, families, students, churches, and many others will benefit from the wealth of knowledge contained in this book.”
“This book is a refreshing and welcomed resource, providing the skills for chaplains to pivot with changing times while remaining true to their calling. . . . This mentor-in-a-book will serve as a vital reference for years to come.”
“Building on decades of knowledge and personal experience, Travis and Linzey have woven together a highly readable and practical guide to the unique challenges and blessings of ministry in the pluralistic environment of chaplaincy. I highly recommend this book to those exploring the potential of chaplaincy ministry or those just starting out who need a trustworthy guide to navigate this complex but rewarding ministry.”
“Time-tested precepts, themes, and praxis make Military Ministry an absolute must-read for every discernment-oriented inquirer. Rarely does one get to know an individual in multiple realms validating the information shared in a book, but I have known the author as a military chaplain, university professor, and friend.”
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