From Pulpit to Navy Blue A Pastor's Journey Toward Navy Reserve Chaplaincy at 48 Entry #1 June 9, 2026 Today marks the beginning of a journey I never expected to take at this stage of life. At 48 years old, after nearly fifteen years of pastoral ministry, I find myself exploring the possibility of serving as a Navy Reserve Chaplain. Whether this door ultimately opens or closes remains entirely in the hands of the Lord, but I want to document the process, the lessons, the chal