My men would like to thank you or the care packages that you sent.  Most care packages are given to the conventional armed forces and rarely do soldiers in the special operations commands see packages. 

This week we were at a location with other soldiers and were able to share in the packages.  I will tell you that every time we see a school child draw a picture, or just get a note from Americans who really support us is a morale booster.  Thank you again for taking the time to send a piece of home.

Thank you for your email, your service and the support you give our Soldiers.  My men are usually not in areas that we can receive mail so I can’t give an address at this time.  Most of the Soldiers who receive the care packages are those that are in large Forward Operation Bases.  We do travel back to those areas from time to time,  but mostly we are working in areas that we do not have mail accessibility. 

There are two things I would like to relate to you:

1. Soldiers will not forget the support that some American’s have shown.  What you     and your people do is important and we appreciate it.  Although my men don’t see much of the support, we know it is there.
2. I will tell my men how much you have done and other Americans and I am sure that will boost their moral.  Most people will never understand the sacrifices that my guys face daily, but they are willing to go time and time again.  Most of my guys are on their 3^rd or 4^th rotations.

From: Command Chaplain

Dear Brother Patrick,

Thank you for your recent visit to TACOM Life Cycle Management Command and the Detroit Arsenal.  The literature you provided to our Soldiers and Marines was well received.  I especially appreciated the spirit in which the literature was given.  You expressed deep appreciation and concern for our military personnel.  Your ministry is heartfelt.  I especially appreciate your involvement of the churches in supporting our Service Members.

Patrick, the literature you provide is evangelical and Christ-centered.  I know our Soldiers and Marines and their Families will benefit from reading the material.  I was especially pleased to notice that none of the material you distributed promoted the Christian Gospel at the expense of other faith groups.

Nearly 30% of our military members are religiously unaffiliated.  Your literature ministry, especially among this group, will promote their spiritual fitness and strengthen the souls of our warriors.

Brother Patrick, thank you again for what you do for our Service Members.

Sincerely,

DEAN BONURA
Chaplain (Lieutenant Colonel) U.S. Army
Command Chaplain