Faith Leader Resources

Why Faith Leader Resources?

Almost 1 in 4 Northeast Florida citizens have a connection to the military. Active duty members, Veterans and military families are members of all religious faiths and look to their faith leaders for guidance and support. However, many members of the clergy have a limited understanding of the essential issues common to the military community. With greater understanding, faith communities might better use their resources to support Veterans and family members who otherwise may feel isolated, alienated and helpless. Educating faith communities might also reduce the stigma of mental health needs that further complicate the problems.



To enhance the understanding of the military by our faith community, The Fire Watch ; Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone ; Operation New Uniform ; Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition and other veteran serving organizations have developed this page to assist Faith Leaders as they support their military members and their families. a survey to gain your input to assist in developing a Faith Leader Military and Veteran Awareness Training. Our intent is to gain insight from your input and to arrange some upcoming virtual and in-person events specifically for faith leaders.