Hear stories of spiritual transformation from chaplains and veterans in their own words.
Major General (Ret.) Dr. Dondi Costin
Former Air Force Chief of Chaplains and Current President of Liberty University
Dr. Costin’s convocation message for Veteran’s Day 2024 emphasizes the role of veterans in protecting American freedom.
He highlights the selfless service of Chaplain Robert Preston Taylor, a Korean War POW and survivor of the Bataan Death March. (25 min)
Dr. Tim Lee, Vietnam War Veteran
Chairman of the Liberty University Board of Trustees, Evangelist
In this 2016 message, Dr. Lee highlights the crucial role of the clergy in America’s founding through the story of Rev. Jonas Clark, pastor of Christ Church in Lexington, Massachusetts.
In 1775, as the first shots of the Revolutionary War rang out, Clark’s influence exemplified the clergy’s significance in shaping the nation’s early history. (25 min)
Recorded Interviews and Oral Histories
The recorded resources gathered by The Chaplains Museum offer a chance to hear stories from history and chaplaincy unfold in the words of those who experienced it first-hand.
Delve deeper into history and the impact of chaplaincy through our video interviews below.
Chaplain (Col.) Mark Tinsley, USA
Chaplain Tinsley shares how chaplains can have an impact even in the most challenging circumstances.
Recorded in 2025 in the Chaplains Museum.
Chaplain (Col.) Steven Keith, USAF (Retired)
Dr. Keith’s story highlights the challenges and rewards of steadfast commitment to the gospel as a military chaplain.
Recorded in 2025 in the Chaplains Museum.