International Conference of War Veteran Ministers

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Member Contact Directory by State
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CANADA

Rev. Beth-Marie Murphy, Saskatchewan. Send email to murphy AT sask.usask.ca

Arkansas

Rev. Maurice E. Roberts, 4030 Valerie Dr., Fayetteville, AR 72730. 501-443-1910. Send email to M. Roberts1 AT juno.com

California

Rev. Edward C. Bastille, 633 Vanessa Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402. 650-341-8061. Send email to elrevs AT earthlink.com
Rev. David Finster, Fresno. 2131 North Van Ness Blvd., Fresno, CA 93704, phone 559-227-8489, e-mail minister AT bigredchurch.org. Served in the army in Viet Nam 1970-71. Is familiar with PTSD; has knowledge of available Veterans' services available in Fresno area; is glad to talk to a veteran any time. (2005)
Harvey Harrison, Southern California. "NonVet and Not Clergy, Harvey Harrison IS devoted supporter of this organization, PTSD survivor from child abuse/neglect, of VN generation, has heartfelt respect for his brothers/sisters who have served in ALL wars. He is eager to try to help and to advance healing for all who struggle. Contact: jasper AT ix.netcom.com and 818-597-8335. (2005)
Joe Fegan, Clipper Mills, CA. Served as infantryman, squad leader, platoon sgt with Co B, 1/12th Inf Bn, 4th Inf Div 68-69. 100% service connected disabled. Have been in diaconate program for the Diocese of Sacramento. Graduate degree Telecom Mgmt, currently working on a Masters’ in Religious Studies through Catholic Distance Univ. If I can help a veteran struggling with PTSD or other compassionate needs, please contact at joefegan AT pngusa.net. (2005)

Colorado

Rev. Jefferey L. Turk, Sr., MSgt USAF (Ret.) A 100% disabled SMC veteran. I flew as a “back-ender” on RC 135s during the evacuation of Saigon, worked NATO war planning and did a short stint in support of the first Gulf War. I have a graduate degree in Counseling Ministries, did my counseling and chaplaincy internships at the Denver VA hospital, and worked as a mental health counselor. Though I can’t work any more, I am a volunteer chaplain in the community. Contact me anytime at 303-255-3652, RevJeffT AT Yahoo.com or TheRevJeff AT Comcast.net. (2005)

Connecticut

Rev. Carol Bass. Father was KIA in Thailand. Will speak with any family members about war trauma on the home front and offer support. Send email to pirc2 AT aol.com. (2003)

Delaware

Rev. Thomas C. Davis, Wilmington, Delaware. Clinically trained counselor (Pastoral Care Specialist, American Association of Pastoral Counselors). Church phone at Hanover Street Presbyterian Church in Wilmington is (302) 658-5114. "I have a directory of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. I would be glad to listen and make a referral to a highly qualified AAPC counselor in your vicinity." Visit my web site for both counseling ministry and seminary. Send email to tcd123 AT alumni.pitt.edu. (2005)

Florida

Chaplain/Pastor John Petruska, Gulf Coast - Ft. Myers. Cell Phone 941-470-1911, Office 941-275-1974 Chaplain for VVA Chapter 894-FL and VVA Chapters 200 and 855 in NJ. Program Coordinator for Teen Challenge International (ALL AGES) Long term residential care for life controlling issues including substance abuse for veterans and dependents. Can give veterans preference. 135 centers nationwide.Adult male/female and juvenile. Family counseling and funerals also available. Web site http://www.teenchallenge.com. Send email to jnpet5 AT hotmail.com
Patience Mason: Non-clergy, non-vet, but I'm the wife of a Vietnam veteran helicopter pilot, Robert Mason, (he wrote Chickenhawk) who came back with PTSD when it wasn't supposed to exist and didn't have a name. I've written a helpful book, Recovering from the War, several pamphlets, kids' books and a newsletter, The Post-Traumatic Gazette. I write and speak about healing from war and trauma for veterans of all wars and I am happy to talk to vets and their family members. I extend a "Welcome Home" to all vets, new and old. Website www.patiencepress.com for free articles. Send email to ptg AT patiencepress.com, 386-454-3133, PO Box 1517, High Springs FL 32655-1517

Georgia

The Rev. Dr. James A. Johnson 1026 Williamsburg Lane Norcross, Georgia 30093 phone: (770)564-1025 fax: (770) 564-9997. Send email to EFMman AT aol.com. "I would also like to invite any vet in need of marriage & family counseling or individual psychotherapy to get in touch."
Rev. Danny E. Webb, Smyrna, GA 30082. "Welcome home to all my brothers and sisters from all wars and all conflicts. May you put the dreams, visions and nightmares of war behind you, but if not, I am willing to listen, pray and seek God's will through a ministry of restoration. When we restore that right relationship with God the things of earth all pass away. If I can be of some assistance please contact me at these numbers, Home phone 770-434-0388, cell phone 770-354-1122, e-mail tricord1 AT juno.com. Because He lives we can face tomorrow." (2005)

Idaho

Rev. Alice Farquhar-Mayes, Boise. Send email to Mayes AT SLRMC.Org

Illinois

Fr. Richard Shannon. Catholic Priest, Vietnam Veteran Chaplain. Chicago area. Email: richard.shannon AT worldnet.att.net. (2003)

Louisiana

Fr. David R. Brown. 20043 Hwy 36, Covington, LA 70433. 504-893-3575
Rev. Alan Cutter. Send email to acutter AT warveteranministers.org. (2006)

Maryland

Rev. Jack Day, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Hampstead, Maryland and Maryland State Chaplain, Vietnam Veterans of America. Vietnam Chaplain web site at http://www.warveteranministers.org/chaplain/veterans.htm . Church website at www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-hampstead/. Send email to jday AT warveteranministers.org. Glad to have e-mail correspondence with veterans of any conflict on any topic including "Post Traumatic Spiritual Disorder", and human rights issues. (2005)
Rev. Jeffrie Reynolds, VA Hospital Chaplain, P. O. Box 51, Perry Point, MD; 410-642-2411, Ex 5601. Certified Addictions Counselor, C.,P.A.C.. Send email to Reynolds.Jeffrie AT Perry_Point.VA.Gov
Rev. John Wielebski, P. O. Box 3672, Glyndon, MD; 410-833-1696 or 410-902-1414. Counseling, PTSD, Veterans Groups. Send email to FJTW AT erols.com

Massachusetts

Rev. Phil Salois, M.S. Chief of Chaplain Service, VA Boston Healthcare System. (617) 278-4576. I work with MST (Military Sexual Trauma Veterans) and combat-related PTSD for all veterans of all wars and conflicts. National Chaplain, Vietnam Veterans of America. Send email to psalois AT warveteranministers.org. I am open to talk to any Veteran about any issues, including conscientious objection issues, and provide a safe haven for them particularly in the areas of PTSD, spirituality, and Gay/Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgendered Issues. (2005)

Missouri

Rev. William Doubek, Neosho. Send email to NamVetRev AT aol.com.

Nebraska

Rev. Neal Allen, 212 W. Hynes, O'Neill, NE 68783; Phone 404-336-2644. "I'm willing to talk to any veteran about any subject and to offer a spiritual perspective and support. I'm also willing to speak with counselors to help gain insight about veteran issues. Send e-mail to nallen AT inetnebr.com

New Jersey

Joseph Formola, Colonia. Send email to jformola AT mindspring.com
Rev. Frank D. Papandrea; Christian Family Counseling Center, 732-574-1479. Web site: Union County Baptist Church Send email to FPAPAND309 AT aol.com
Rev. Ken Herbster; 400 Willow St, Hoboken, NJ 07030; 201-659-0369. Served two tours in Nam - 9th Inf Div in the Delta and 101Abn in I Corps (1967-1971). Taught courses for for returning combat vets in two universities in the 70's - re-entry. Catholic Pastor in Hoboken, NJ. Send email to kherbste AT stevens.edu. (2005)

New York

Rev. Roy J. Morello, 15 Bedford Court, Bellmore, NY 11710; (516) 785-3947. New York State Homeless Committee Chair. Available for counseling and memorial services. Send e-mail to RevVet AT aol.com. (July 2006)
Rev. Richard Shaffer, 2247 Summit Blvd, Jamestown, NY 14701. 716-483-3712. Provide counseling, memorial services.
Rev Fr James Koshu Alonzo, Hongaku Jodo International, Compassionate Lotus - Buddhist Priest, and Companions of St Thomas (The Apostle) Catholic priest. Email Reverendkoshu AT aol.com. I can provide counseling, with or without the Buddhist Philosophy. Viet Nam Veteran 1967-1968. 3908 Harlem Rd #287, Amherst, NY 14225 Phn 716-891-4594. (2005)

Ohio

Rev. Bruce Kent, Ebenezer UMC, P.O.Box 566, Flat Rock, OH 44828, (419) 483-3415, bkent AT cros.net Personal and Marital Counseling. (11/99)
Sister Kateri Maureen Koverman, Sister of Charity, Them Bones Veteran Community, 2420 Drex Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212, aboveashes AT aol.com. Three and a half years in Vietnam in the 1970's, year contract each in Ethiopia and Sierra Leone, and two years in El Salvador, all during war periods, provides the background for psychotherapy to veterans with PTSD. Licensed independent social worker and chemical dependency counselor. (2005)

Oregon

Rev. Michael Stuart, P. O. Box 8333, Bend, Oregon 97088-8333
Email: rstuart AT scms.org (2003)

Texas

Chaplain Scott E. Johnson, (512) 699-4027. I am Head Chaplain of Chapel San Sebastian, providing All-Faiths spiritual counseling for the veteran community in Central Texas. More at www.avalonsanctuary.com. As a veteran of four wars, Vietnam, Desert Storm. Bosnia, and Gulf War II, I have extensive experience with all veteran issues. (2005)
Rev. Edward P. Walsh, Department of Chaplain Service, San Antonio VAMC. Email to edward.walsh AT med.va.gov.

Virginia

Rev. James Edwards, III., Church Pastor, 2224 Dunbarton Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23325; 757-545-8171.

Washington

Rev Bob Reilly Wenatchee WA; joans.bob AT charter.net. 509-667-2416; Vietnam combat engineer 66-67/69-70; CD counselor, pastoral counselor; familiar with PTSD problems; willing to help a vet in need. (2006)

Wisconsin

Sr. Linda J. McClenahan, O.P., M.S., lmclenahan AT vietnamveteranministers.org or namvetnun AT juno.com. Dominican sister and Licensed Professional Counselor, Siena Center, 5635 Erie St., Racine, WI 53402. Willing to talk with any veteran or significant other about any subject including issues of alcohol and/or drugs, post traumatic stress disorder, gay/lesbian, and sexual assault. (2005)
L. John Fisken, Shawano, WI; non-clergy; 715-524-3857; johntcn AT charter.net; Army, 1st Cavalry Div. 67-68 Viet Nam, combat vet, familiar with PTSD and Spirituality; I welcome the opportunity to talk with any veteran about anything, know of services available for Veterans in northeastern Wisconsin. (2006)

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