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Our Silent Vigil

Our Silent Vigil

“Our Silent Vigil” by Jeffrey Yelverton of Fort Jackson If you are in the military you are no stranger to Benedictions. As an agnostic, it was a bit of a change and a culture shock. Coming from the liberal midwest (Minneapolis), religion … Continue reading

A Humanist Forced Out For Being Out As a Humanist

A Humanist Forced Out For Being Out As a Humanist

Anonymous guest post regarding life for nonbelievers in the military. As I packed my bags for redeployment within theater, I continue to wonder if I’ve been discriminated against for my requests for equality. It probably started when I was in … Continue reading

Profile: Army LTC (Ret) Tom Gray

Profile: Army LTC (Ret) Tom Gray

I recently retired from our Army after serving 24 years active duty and another four years as a cadet. There were certainly times when I, my peers, and our soldiers would have benefited from counsel by a Humanist chaplain. When … Continue reading

Air Force Celebrates Humanists at Offutt AFB

Air Force Celebrates Humanists at Offutt AFB

In a great leap forward for acceptance of Humanists, Offutt Air Force Base posted a story celebrating the approval of Offutt Humanists, aka OH!, as a recognized Private Organization. While Chaplains provide advertising, space, resources, and organization for beliefs they deem acceptable, … Continue reading

The Rise and Fall of an Honorary Navy Chief Petty Officer

The Rise and Fall of an Honorary Navy Chief Petty Officer

Guest post by Chief Petty Officer ETC(SW) Doug Wright For decades, Bill Cosby was an American icon. If you were anything like me as a teen, you would find yourself sitting faithfully in front of the color TV to watch the latest … Continue reading