Christian Scientists serving as Chaplains in the Armed Forces are being recognized for the unique contribution they make.
An Air Force Chaplain in Texas wrote recently about a new recruit whose hand had become badly swollen and painful, making it impossible to perform his training assignments. The recruit asked permission to visit the Chaplain. A bewildered instructor asked why he didn't go to the dispensary, saying, "The Chaplain can't help you." But the recruit replied that he was a Christian Scientist and the Chaplain was the one he needed to see.
At the chapel, the recruit was given a quiet place to study while the Chaplain immediately began giving Christian Science treatment. Forty-five minutes later the hand was normal and the recruit returned to his duties.
