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Last night, on the deck of the Aircraft Carrier the USS Midway, I was deeply moved thinking of our Nation’s proud military. And as I meet with you, the chaplains of our Sacred Archdiocese, and particularly the Military Chaplaincy that we honor today, I am reminded of the courage that you exhibit in times of the greatest stress, as you provide a most vital ministry to the members of the Armed Forces.