WHEREAS, the United States Navy Chaplain Corps was established on November 28, 1775, to provide spiritual care and moral guidance to Sailors and Marines, marking one of the oldest continuous traditions of faith and service in our armed forces; and

WHEREAS, since the earliest days of the Continental Navy, Navy chaplains have stood beside those who serve at sea and ashore, offering comfort, counsel, and hope in times of both peace and war; and

WHEREAS, Navy chaplains represent many faith traditions to provide for the free exercise of religion for all service members, fostering resilience, respect, and unity across the fleet; and

WHEREAS, the Navy Chaplain Corps continues to serve with honor and compassion on ships, submarines, and aircraft carriers, in hospitals and combat zones, and within Marine Corps and Coast Guard units around the world; and

WHEREAS, Virginia, home to the world’s largest naval base in Norfolk and a proud maritime tradition, honors the dedication of Navy chaplains who strengthen the moral and spiritual readiness of our armed forces; and

WHEREAS, through prayer, counsel, and example, Navy chaplains sustain the hearts of those who serve and remind us that faith and freedom are enduring pillars of our nation’s strength;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Glenn Youngkin, do hereby recognize November 23-29, 2025, as NAVY CHAPLAINS WEEK in the COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, and I call this observance to the attention of all our citizens.