Military Enlistment

I'm passing this along. I know this man personally; he is a man of deep integrity and spirituality.

from Titus Peachey
Mennonite Central Committee Peace desk

I wanted to alert you to a resource for youth pastors and mentors regarding military recruitment and enlistment. Titled, "Behind the Camouflage: A Primer on Military Enlistment for Youth Pastors, Mentors and Counselors," this resource discusses both the practical and moral/spiritual questions related to a young person's decision about military enlistment.

This resource is not currently published as a printed resource. You can download a copy at co.mcc.org/us/co/.

While bearing the marks of a pacifist perspective, it is written for an ecumenical audience. As a counselor on the GI Rights Hotline, I (Titus) speak frequently with young soldiers and their families. The military experience often stirs questions about allegiance and morality whether or not the service member comes from a pacifist faith tradition. My hope is that this document will help pastors, counselors and youth mentors discuss these issues with youth who might be considering military enlistment.

If you want to contact Titus directly, you can do so at tmp@mcc.org.