"It's a chance to break away from the normal daily grind and just reflect for a moment." said Maj. Jeffery C. Botsford, chaplain. 10th RSG.
Botsford added that coming together in a non-work environment coupled with good breakfast and encouraging words can aide Soldiers in their faith during turbulent times.
"With everything that's going on in our world it's good to thank God for his protection and guidance." said Botsford
The guest speaker for the event, Col. Steven P. McCain, chaplain, 18th Airlift Wing, shared with the audience his experiences while serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
McCain worked alongside Soldiers in both deployments and shared how instantaneously Soldiers acknowledge prayer during incidents when their comrades were injured or killed in action. His message brought hope and inspiration by giving the audience real world examples regarding challenges and obstacles and how one's faith can make a difference.
"Prayer is important to our warriors and no one wants to go through anything alone. I want to encourage the hearts of our warriors by making them understand God is close to us, we're close to our miracle."
As the message carried across the room it was clear McCain struck the hearts and minds of those in attendance. His words of encouragement captured everyone's attention.
Pfc. Bernard Tate, paralegal specialist, 10th RSG, explained the breakfast gave him a chance to sit down with his peers to relax and get away from the mission.
"It's definitely needed because it's good to sit down and talk with people and fellowship because you never know what they might be going through," explained Tate.
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