We have several ‘community programs’ (which are really ministries, but you can’t say that to some or they will think you’re pushing Christianity, or even worse, Army) in which people who would never have walked into our building or any other church building for that matter. It has allowed us to build as many if not more relationships with the people of our communities as we do within the Army circles.

The impact we have is often not known until a person dies. We have done 2 funerals and have been involved in numerous others as a final wish of people who are ‘not ours’ as we often refer to them. And even to this day, the respect for TSA by the families of these people is as strong as it was on the day we started building our relationships with them.

Myth #2 I am thankful for the various ways we can wear the uniform. I believe that while the full uniform is the norm for officers when in public meetings of every kind, I also find that wearing something a little more casual while doing the day to day often drops some of the barriors that may be put up because of what the officer may be perceived to be. I guess in rural settings, it gives the impression (and rightfully so) that Captain is willing to roll up his sleeves and helpwith the dirty jobs.

Myth #3 Our buildings… I agree with you here. There should not be any second guessing in who we are or where we are, and by having an easily identied building it says ‘here we are, come on in.’ It’s one thing to be known in the community as someone who is approachable, but people also need to know where you hang your hat and also know that they are welcome there, and what better way then with a big Crest, Shied or Flag.

Good article sir…I apoligize for my grammer, but you already know me for that don’t you.