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Good Morning everyone, I am not in contact with you, like I have read, & heard of other being a little rude. I first want to say to you that, I am a vet of the US Army, I am also an X 71M, which is a Chaplain Asst. The time of my adventure in the Military I had the pleasure of working with many denominational Chaplains, and I have to say that, they are all different. I had Chaplains that I have questioned within myself where he was Spiritually, Just question, not judge. I had Chaplains that were really Laid back, & pretty cool, then I had some that I personally thought was satan in disquise, They were all different. I will say this to you Mikey, I never had one of them approach me, nor any other soldier in uniform about Jesus, so I am surprised to hear that you have laid down some rules, when In my opinion, was not needed. Every Chaplain I worked along side only counseled those Troops that either wanted couselling, or ordered to go a talk to a Chaplain, and when that happened, it was not Spiritual, it was more listening on the Chaplain’s part. I also had the soldiers come in from off the streets just to talk, other than that, the soldiers were told of the different programs that they were invited to, and NEVER ordered to attend, they were always a volunteer setting, then of course the Chaplains regular Sunday Service that was part of their normal duty, unless of course the Chaplain was Jewish, and that was who I normally serviced on Friday’s. So to hear about all these threats that I have been hearing about that was coming from Generals, or Jr. Officers, surprised the hades out of me. I also must say that, at one time my thoughts came to me as, why in hades are all these athiest always coming out complaining about something they don’t believe in. That has alway’s puzzeled me to no end. So Mikey, if there is anything I can help you with, then let me know, I caan sure tell you why they chaptered 13 me out of the Military, that in it’s self was a big surprise for me, e angry, but I chosed to forgive, I can’ beat Goliath, anyway. Have a Marvelous day, you and the family.

(name withheld)


Good evening (name withheld),

Mikey’s asked me to respond on behalf of MRFF, as he’s quite busy at the moment.

As a chaplains assistant, I’m confident that you’re telling the truth when you say that no one approached you to spread the word of their version of the inerrant truth. What motivation would someone have to convert a person who is already on board? None.

I appreciate that you acknowledge that soldiers are often ordered to see chaplains. This is an unlawful order, as no one in the military can be required to seek religious counsel. The law aside, there is a 100% probability that you have not been present at every coerced meeting between a chaplain and a soldier. You don’t and can’t know what goes on behind those closed doors around the world. I can tell you from my personal experience (having been given that particular unlawful order 3 times) that chaplains will inform non-religious soldiers that their lives would be better if they would give themselves over to Jesus, that a little faith is what’s really important during hard times, and all other manner of condescending, debasing nonsense.

The rules that we invoke already exist, and have existed for ages. All we do at MRFF is bring attention to the myriad instances of abuse of authority by those wishing to win converts for their religion. We have never laid down any rules. We only step in when our military’s leaders fail.

You’re concern about atheists complaining is silly. It isn’t atheists that are doing the complaining. 96% of our clients are Christian. Most of them are from some denomination that their chain of command does not approve of, and face harassment in the workplace for not converting to dominionism. Others are told they aren’t living christian enough lives, or that if they’d go to religious services with their chain of command more often maybe their careers could be accelerated (alternatively held back if they refuse). So no, it isn’t atheists that are causing all of the noise you’ve seen in the news recently.

I hope this clears things up for you, and I’m sorry to hear about your chapter 13. Seems like you were fond of the work you were doing.

Cheers,

Blake A. Page
Military Religious Freedom Foundation
Special Assistant to the President
Director of West Point Affairs.

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  1. Deborah Ball July 30, 2014 at 3:55 pm

    I would like to let you and your organization know that I am completely blown away with the idea of control that you believe you possess. It is amazing how the few empower themselves to conquer and dominate the rest of society. Of course, Hitler and all the rest of the dictators who imagine themselves as gods, feel the same way. If the people won’t comply, eliminate them. I of course can see how being a bully makes one feel superior, but remember this, no one likes a bully. Getting away with our behaviors is possible until we face our end, and then we all will reap what we have sown. There are those of us out here that feel sorry for you because you really aren’t as impressive as you think you are. Keep being a pain, and join the ranks with the rest of the pestilence. From one radical who fights for what is good, to you (radical) who hasn’t got a clue.

  2. Prudy August 14, 2018 at 4:20 pm

    Why is it because you don’t like something, you think you have to shut it down?? If I don’t like something, I don’t go there, I turn the channel or never go to that website etc. But, i sure don’t try to take it away from those who do want/like it. Why do you think you can make these decisions for others? Do you think you are smarter and more superior? Instead of being a snowflake, take the high road and turn the channel, or your head. You are NOT superior, smarter, kinder, have better morals etc. You are farfrom it being you have made yourself just what you hate. Yes, you are playing God by taking away anything religious. Remember, if you don’t like the contents of a sign, DON’T READ IT. But let those who want to read it do so. This may come as a surprise but there are a lot of us who can think for ourselves. QUIT PLAYING GOD. Or in your case, quit playing satan

  3. Mariano Talavera Jr December 4, 2019 at 1:57 pm

    WHY AM I NOT PROTECTED BY THE U.S. Constitution?

    The First Amendment To The U.S. Constitution, Religious Freedom: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.”

    Donald J. Trump “This week, my Administration is hosting the first-ever #IRF-Ministerial. The U.S. will continue to promote #ReligiousFreedom around the world. Nations that support religious freedom are far more free, prosperous & peaceful.” Jul 25, 2018

    Secretary Mike Pompeo “Religious freedom is a foundational American value. It is a universal & unalienable right that should be afforded to all, not just a privileged few.” July 16, 2019

    Secretary Mike Pompeo “All people from every place on the globe must be permitted to practice their faith openly – in their homes, in their places of worship, in the public square – and believe what they want to believe.” July 16, 2019

    Secretary Mike Pompeo “Religious Freedom is an unalienable right & a foundational American value. The survivors of religious persecution remind us of the power of faith. Grateful to @realDonaldTrump for his commitment to protecting this right – no one should be persecuted on account of their belief.” Sep 23, 2019

    Secretary Mike Pompeo “Wheels up, and heading to Europe. Our enduring partnerships in Europe are critical, and I look forward to productive conversations on a range of global issues, including protecting #religiousfreedom and advancing economic prosperity. First stop: Rome and the Holy See.” Oct 1, 2019

    Donald J. Trump “Our founders understood that no right is more fundamental to a peaceful, prosperous, and virtuous society, than the right to follow one’s religious convictions.” Sep 23, 2019

    Nature Religion: A Belief That Nature & The Natural World Is An Embodiment Of Divinity, Sacredness & Spiritual Power.

    Nature: Nature, in the broadest sense, is the natural, physical, or material world or Universe.

    Dendrolatry: The Worship Of Trees’. Marijuana, Cannabis, Weed, Herb, Reefer, Pot.

    Genesis 1:29 ‘God Said “I Give You Every Seed-Bearing Tree/Plant On The Face Of The Earth, They Will Be Yours For Food.”

    All Living Things, Plants, Animals And Humans Are Composed Of Cells & All Cells Come From Pre-Existing Cells. All Life Has A Common Ancestor.

    Louis Pasteur 1822 – 1895 Was the first scientist to prove that cells can only come from pre-existing cells, leading back to the First Cell Or Common Ancestor, Making All Life On Earth A Huge Family.

    The Pledge of Allegiance States ‘With liberty & justice for all’. What part of (-All-) is not being understood?

    Article VI Section 2 ➡️ “The U.S. Constitution Shall Be The Supreme Law Of The Land ➡️ Laws To The
    ➡️ CONTRARY ⬅️ Not-Withstanding.”

    Article VI Section 3 ➡️ “Judges Are Bound By Oath Or Affirmation To Support The U.S. Constitution.”

    Justice is the fundamental bedrock of civilization: an unjust civilization is built upon sand. It does not survive a storm.

    Vice President Mike Pence “The American people stand in solidarity with people of all faiths in the People’s Republic of China, and we will pray for the day that they can live out their faith freely without fear of persecution.” Jul 18, 2019

    What about all faiths in America? Why Can’t We live out Our faith in Science freely without fear of persecution?

    Would the Founding Fathers look at us and be proud, or would they bow their heads in Sorrow & Shame At What Our Nation Has Become?

    “We Must Adjust To Changing Times, But Hold True To Unchanging Principles” Jimmy Carter

  4. Mark Lafleur January 11, 2020 at 8:34 am

    Lawrence Wilkerson
    Shameful ,absolutely shameful !
    To hide under a banor religious freedom!
    Really?
    My sister-in-law is from Afghanistan, her family is Persian period .
    Mr Wilkerson you of all people should have an understanding of Shia, Sunni sectarian relationship?
    There are no Christians , Catholic, Budist ?
    You side with Iran because you hate Trump, you talk of Solimani helping u.s. ?
    I bet if I do just a little bit of research ,I’ll find that you talk out of both side’s of your mouth as Solomoni.
    The true people of Iran are beautiful people,who baked cakes danced in the streets and celebrated upon his death
    Shameful !

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