Essex (LHD 2) - Naval Cruise Book

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IDR J. R. Fisher partment Head -ir 1 xplore Your Faith. The high seas have H always been the setting for exploration -iand discovery. In the history of man- kind, exploration has lead to the discovery of new lands, an increase of knowledge in sci- entific fields, the wonder of complex technol- ogy and the creation of responsible men and women. The four elements that have contrib- uted to the successes of past explorations are visionary leadership, people of strength, the energy of desire and the support of commu- nity. During WestPac ' 98, the Religious Ministries Department challenged the Sail- ors and Marines of TEAM ESSEX to join them in a journey of exploration. However, the uncharted waters of this journey included the complexities of the soul, the hidden re- cesses of the heart and depth of relationship with one ' s God and community. With the Chaplain Corps Vision State- ment as its guiding star, the Religious Minis- tries Department sought to: Energize Sailors and Marines with hope Mobilize TEAM ESSEX with moral leader- ship Strengthen people through pastoral care Build community among nine commands representing TEAM ESSEX In the years that lay ahead, it is the prayer of the Religious Ministries Depart- ment that members of TEAM ESSEX will warmly reflect on WestPac ' 98 as a journey of faith and discipleship.

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Chaplain ' sDroision I LT LOGAN RIGHT: Good evening ship- mates, Chaplain Fisher here... Chaplain Fisher giving the evening prayer, ...and may God be a shield of protection over this ship, and guide us safely through the night. Amen. BELOW LEFT: I can take one more question, and then I have to move on! RP1 Manansala always willing to help a ship- mate! BELOW RIGHT: Chaplain Logan celebrates Catholic Mass in the forecastle. RP1 MANANSALA RP3 MORRISON