This unique Archdiocese is faced with many challenges, including a severe shortage of Catholic priest-chaplains, a flock spread out among military installations across the world, and constant transition, The AMS receives no funding from the military or government and must rely solely on private donors. Catholic service members and their families, and veterans cared for in a Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center, deserve the same faith opportunities as Catholics here at home; their faith should not be part of the sacrifices they make. Thank you for your generosity. Remember to make your check payable to your parish and write “Military Services” in the memo line.