Great Falls Tribune:
The Air Force chaplain is the spiritual leader of the force.
They, like many others, face dangers and hardships during deployments and at home stations that very few airmen could face alone. Chaplains play a vital role in the spiritual resiliency pillar of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and are the ears many turn to in times of need.
Recently, Capt. Keith Manry, 341st Missile Wing chaplain, was recognized as the Air Force Chaplain Corps Company Grade Officer Chaplain of the Year for 2014. His work both at Malmstrom and while deployed to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, is what helped him win this award.
"I'm extremely grateful for the opportunities God has provided me over this past year," Manry said. "Working beside incredible medical warriors and ministering to the brave men and women who willingly walk into harm's way, was the most humbling experience of my life.