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⚓️ Leadership in the Chaplain Corps is more than just a rank; it's about inspiring others, offering courageous guidance,...
08/21/2026

⚓️ Leadership in the Chaplain Corps is more than just a rank; it's about inspiring others, offering courageous guidance, and empowering the teams entrusted to us.

🧭 Our Senior Leadership Course graduates are equipped to continually hone their judgment, build confidence, and refine their professional skills to lead religious ministry teams across the Fleet and Force effectively.

That is the Foundry’s mission: 🤝 Forging today's leaders. 💪 Strengthening our teams. 🎯 Advancing our mission with purpose and dedication.

👏🏻 Congratulations, Father Mode ✝️
08/21/2026

👏🏻 Congratulations, Father Mode ✝️

Father Mode was presented the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious service on Aug. 12 at command headquarters in the Navy Yard in Washington, DC.

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐RPSA JOSHUA VAN KIRK⚓Why did you join the Navy?"I joined the Navy because I wanted to make a positive ...
08/21/2026

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐
RPSA JOSHUA VAN KIRK

⚓Why did you join the Navy?
"I joined the Navy because I wanted to make a positive impact on something bigger than myself. I also saw an opportunity to better myself in the service of the world's greatest Navy. Lastly, I joined to have comraderie, to help grow with other people - I came to sharpen myself and others."

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐RPSR GABRIELA FERRELL⚓Why did you join the Navy?"I've wanted to join the Navy since I was 8 years old....
08/19/2026

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐
RPSR GABRIELA FERRELL

⚓Why did you join the Navy?
"I've wanted to join the Navy since I was 8 years old. I mainly just wanted to follow in my dad's and grandparent's footsteps. But once I became a Christian, I wanted to join so that I could help those in the fleet that either don't know Christ or are struggling. I want to serve my country and serve God. I was adopted at a young age, so I finally have the chance to give back to my country...give back for all the opportunities that I've been given."

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐RPSN STEVEN THOMPSON⚓Why did you join the Navy?"I joined the Navy because I wanted to be different and...
08/17/2026

⭐RP "A" SPOTLIGHT⭐
RPSN STEVEN THOMPSON

⚓Why did you join the Navy?
"I joined the Navy because I wanted to be different and do something that no one I know would think of doing in today's world. A lot of my classmates went to college, got a job, work off shore, and some didn't have any plans for themselves. I wanted to be the person who helps others and the military was my best option. People today are not interested because of what's happening in the world, but I wasn't going to let today's problems get in the way of my career. I believe serving and helping other people changes the world."

⚓️ Faith, carried wherever the Fleet goes.Mass Kits like these have accompanied Navy Chaplains throughout history, bring...
08/15/2026

⚓️ Faith, carried wherever the Fleet goes.

Mass Kits like these have accompanied Navy Chaplains throughout history, bringing the Sacraments and spiritual care to Sailors and Marines wherever duty called.

Today, several historic Mass Kits are preserved in the Naval Chaplaincy School’s archives and museum collections—tangible reminders of the Chaplain Corps’ enduring mission to serve wherever the Fleet serves.

RP “A” 26040 - 1st NSU inspection!Readiness is more than the uniform. ⚓️🇺🇸 Discipline in the details builds confidence f...
08/15/2026

RP “A” 26040 - 1st NSU inspection!

Readiness is more than the uniform. ⚓️🇺🇸 Discipline in the details builds confidence for the mission, while spiritual readiness prepares the person wearing it.



(Photos by RPC Jason Cooper)

💪🏽🏃‍♂️ Strength. Conditioning. Teamwork. Grit.RP “A” School Class 26040 is putting in the work—one rep and one challenge...
08/13/2026

💪🏽🏃‍♂️ Strength. Conditioning. Teamwork. Grit.

RP “A” School Class 26040 is putting in the work—one rep and one challenge at a time. The goal isn’t just to get stronger; it’s to build the resilience, discipline, and warrior mindset needed to serve at their best.

Train hard! Get better!🔥⚓️
(📸: RPC Cooper)

Taking a moment to pause, connect, and share a meal together.🍴NCS staff gathered for a barbecue lunch — good food and gr...
08/13/2026

Taking a moment to pause, connect, and share a meal together.

🍴NCS staff gathered for a barbecue lunch — good food and great fellowship.

🤝 CAPT Long welcomed our newest staff members: Chaplain Ross Engel, Mrs. Megan Major, and SSgt Brady Tarr & Mr. Christian Fernandez. Welcome aboard!

And on behalf of the entire staff, Chaplain Ulven presented Chaplain Carter with a departing gift in appreciation for his service to NCS. Thank you for all you’ve done — you will be missed.

💫 A SENDOFF FIT FOR CHAPLAIN MADISON CARTER!While we may not see him return as XO, we know this will never be goodbye. W...
08/13/2026

💫 A SENDOFF FIT FOR CHAPLAIN MADISON CARTER!

While we may not see him return as XO, we know this will never be goodbye. We’ll always be proud to welcome him “home” whenever he graces our doors again. His leadership, dedication, humor, and genuine care for our staff and students have left an indelible mark on NCS—and those who had the privilege of working with him will be forever grateful.

Fair winds and following seas, Chaplain Carter! Your NCS family will always have a place for you. ⚓️🇺🇸
(Photos by RPC Jason Cooper)

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