A frontline faith memoir that pairs courage with compassion. Discover how one Army chaplain’s work shaped lives in the trenches, camps, and shattered towns of World War I.
This nonfiction account follows a Catholic priest who answers the call to national service, traveling with soldiers from base hospitals to the front lines. It blends personal experiences with the daily duties of burial work, welfare outreach, and spiritual care, showing how faith sustained both the helpers and those they served.
- Experiences of war chaplaincy across camps, hospitals, and battlefronts
- Moments of mercy, such as tending to graves, comforting the wounded, and sharing meals with volunteers
- Reflections on faith, sacrifice, and the enduring power of prayer
- Connections to historical places and figures that shaped the era
Ideal for readers of historical religious memoirs and first-person World War I narratives.