Father Christopher Doering

The priesthood, and military chaplaincy, are both, in some ways, like a marriage: the challenge is to live out one's commitment, even when it's not fun or easy. That's been among the many insights Father Christopher Doering has gained in living out his priestly vocation, from his time in the seminary in the 1990s through his current assignment at Fort Rucker. In this edition of Catholic Military Life, the only official podcast of the Archdiocese for the Military Servies, USA, (AMS), Father Doering shares some of the highs and lows of his experience answering God's call. Ordained in 1998 for the Archdiocese of Chicago, Father Doering entered the Army in 2010 and has since deployed twice to Afghanistan and served at various locations throughout the eastern and southeastern U.S. During that time, he's crossed a few deserts, both earthen and spiritual, only to find blessings and grace even in the most difficult of circumstances.