Help Lift Up the Hands of Our Chaplains

Exodus 17 tells the story of Moses needing help during battle. As long as he held up his hands, Israel was winning—but when he grew tired, Amalek gained ground. Aaron and Hur stood beside Moses, holding up his hands so the Israelites could prevail. 

The Upper Room Chaplains’ Ministry serves chaplains who are like Moses—lifting up their hands to offer hope, comfort, and encouragement. But they can’t do it alone. When you give to the Chaplains’ Ministry, you become like Aaron and Hur, holding up chaplains’ hands so that they can fulfill the calling God has given them. 

The Chaplains’ Ministry provides The Upper Room daily devotional to military, VA, and prison chaplains across the country. Here’s what that looks like in action: 

“The devotionals are distributed to veterans, families, and staff. Chaplains use them in inpatient units and chapel.” —VA Chaplain, Virginia 

“I often read a selection from The Upper Room to patients during visits. It brings comfort and can be a starting point for spiritual conversation.” —Chaplain Crofford, Hospice Chaplain, Pennsylvania 

“It’s distributed to the men, and they love it. It’s a resource for light in a dark place.” —Prison Chaplain, Washington 

This is just a glimpse of the powerful impact your support makes. Chaplains use The Upper Room for one-on-one ministry and leading chapel services, and they distribute it to guide personal reflection. We regularly hear from chaplains who are eager to be added to our distribution list or who need additional copies for ministry—and the demand for the Spanish edition continues to grow. 

By giving today to The Upper Room Chaplains’ Ministry, you can help us serve more chaplains and reach even further. Will you be an Aaron or Hur—lifting up the hands of those who serve others? Together, we can offer hope and light where it’s needed most. 

Nicole Curtis serves as Director of Fund Development for The Upper Room. 

P.S. Each year, The Upper Room sends nearly 300,000 devotionals to military, VA, and prison chaplains. Just $42 provides a chaplain with 10 copies per issue for an entire year. Will you give today?