Military Outreach Stories

Micah Herndon on His Marathon Training Regimen

Marine veteran and long-distance runner Micah Herndon shares how he is preparing to compete in his first New York City marathon on November 3, 2019.

Veterans Day: A Time for Gratitude

By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read

My husband returned home from a yearlong deployment 15 years ago. On Veterans Day, I’m especially aware of how lucky we are.

Micah Herndon on How Faith Helped Him Survive

The Marine veteran recalls how Sarah McLachlan’s In the Arms of an Angel reassured him when he regained consciousness following an IED explosion in Afghanistan.

Micah Herndon on the Inspiring Angel Charm His Mom Gave Him

The Marine veteran and long-distance runner recalls how his mother supported him as he dealt with PTSD and survivor’s guilt and shares the special angel charm she gave him.

Micah Herndon on Completing the Boston Marathon

The Marine veteran and long-distance runner recalls how he resorted to crawling in order to reach the finish line to honor his fallen comrades.

This Veteran Ran the Boston Marathon to Honor His Fallen Comrades

By Micah Herndon8 min read

Struggling with PTSD and survivor’s guilt, Micah Herndon found running eased his pain.

For This Marine Veteran, Running Is Therapy

In this series of videos, Micah Herndon, who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan, shares how long-distance running has helped him in dealing with PTSD and survivor’s guilt.

Faith, Family and a Financial Plan Put His Life Back in Order

By Digital Editors5 min read

With hard work and God’s help, this former Army ranger found himself becoming the man he’d always wanted to be

How a Rescue Dog Gave This Veteran a New Purpose

By Alikay Wood7 min read

Air Force Veteran David Sharpe struggled with depression and PTSD, until an adopted dog changed his life—and inspired him to help others

Chaplain Kenneth L. Sampson on Guideposts’ inspiring new eBook, Staying the Course

Chaplain Kenneth L. Sampson discusses Staying the Course, a Guideposts Outreach booklet intended to inspire individuals to stay focused and maintain strength through life’s hardships.