After hundreds of Serving Our Nation episodes, Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough offers a special personal reflection about Thanksgiving and the power of accepting and receiving prayer.

SFC Fredy Lopez has a real heart for knowing what he can do for his country. Lopez is Station CDR for Valley Forge Recruiting Company, and he's also a dedicated husband and father of three children.

After after retiring, Former Commander of US Army Pacific GEN (Ret) Robert Brown decided to lead as President of AUSA because of his desire to serve people.

As a Former Nationally Accredited County Veteran Service Officer and Volunteer Veteran Benefits Educator, Jane Babcock's goal is to "reach and teach" all generations of our veteran family, spouses, widow(or)s and caregivers about VA benefits.

Honorable Dr. Cliff Stanley is a minister and Retired Marine Corps Major General who reminds us to always ask "what more can we do" to love, serve, and care for those around us.

From the archives podcast episode with General (RET) Carter Ham and SMA (RET) Dan Dailey.

Gary Chilutti is a film producer, owner of Films-4-Good, whose leadership shines through making purpose-driven films that inform, involve and inspire.

Learn more about "The Journey Home" a film about one group of veterans, their community and PTSD.

Beth Mills lives each day in service to her community and God. Aside from her active life in church, she is the Board President of Arc of High Point and the Founder of CHAAMP.

She spoke to our host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about using all of the gifts that God has given us, and not leaving anything on the table. Plus...

- Caring for and administering too people that are disabled
- Her work creating Blessing Bags
- Her father Ed Lowry, who had a citizenship award named in his honor

Mark Cartier is a father of three who believes in seeing life as a "blessing not a burden." In 2020, he and his wife started No Limits Cafe, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that trains and employs adults with Intellectual Disabilities.

He spoke to our host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about how his daughter's needs inspired their family to serve the community and how it helped him realize that the more you give and serve, the more you receive.

Plus...

- How people can use their blessing to serve
- "When you see a need in the world around you, you have to fill the need"
- The difference between success and fulfillment

Louis Cavaliere is a retired US Navy Captain who serves as chairman of the Chapel of the Four Chaplains and as Post Commander of AL Post 405 in Philadelphia, PA.

He spoke to our host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about serving with empathy and his commitment to helping veterans and their families.

Plus...

- How his 25 years in the service shaped his time after

- The importance of ""duty and honor"" in Navy and civilian life

- The history and heroic self sacrifice of the Four Chaplains

Major General (Ret) John Gronski is an army veteran, leadership coach, and public speaker. Through books and mentorship, he has inspired thousands to sharpen their leadership skills.

This week on Serving Our Nation, he spoke with our host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough and shared lessons from his forty years' service in the United States Army, including active duty and in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

Plus:

- How he transitioned from the army to being an author

- Stories from an epic bike trip across the country with his family

- What "Iron-Strengthened Leadership" means to him

SGT Alina Gutierrez-Spies is an army veteran and an officer in the New Jersey State Police.

She spoke with our host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about how her work in recruitment helped her find a sense purpose with her life after leaving the army.

Plus...

- Reflections from her 8 years in the military and time served in Iraq
- The hope of providing an example of being a woman in uniform
- Why the foundation that the military gives you is so important

Anthony Palmer is the owner of media production company Palm Tree Pod Co. and is host of his own podcast, Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat. Above all, he's a dad.

He spoke with host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about the biggest lessons he's learned about fatherhood, plus:

- The importance and power of telling your kids you love them

- How to offer understanding by meeting your kids where they are

- "Listen twice as much as we talk"

Sara Hodgkiss is an army veteran and the founder and executive director of Woerth It Hollow, a sanctuary and therapeutic facility for countless veterans and community members.

She spoke with host Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about discovering who she was through her military service and selfless service, plus...

- Equine therapy and rehabilitation for veterans

- Finding happiness through serving others

- "Stepping outside of our comfort zone to see where God leads us"

Dr. Manish Shashi is responsible for Pfizer supply chain operations around the world - and he still makes time to be a soccer coach and family man.

Dr. Shashi focuses on how to unleash greatness by earning his team's respect and giving them his. He spoke with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about the importance of empathy and emotional intelligence, plus:

-The impact of traveling and working abroad

- Difference between a manager and a leader

- The "circle of safety""

James McCormick is a veteran who started Raising Cane Farms Ministry Inc and works with Vets4Vet Leadership.

Since retiring from the Army, he has dedicated his life to serving veterans and their families. He talks with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about life after the military, plus:

- The power of compassion and unconditional love
- "Selfless over selfish service"
- The need for veteran leadership in Congress

"This week, we revisit the inaugural episode of Serving Our Nation with two impressive guests: Honorable Patrick J. Murphy was the first Iraq War Veteran elected to Congress and the 32nd Under Secretary of the Army, and Pastor Phil Caporale is the lead pastor at Kingsway Church and Leadership School.

They spoke with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about:
- How people can be true servant leaders in any walk of life
- Developing the next generation of servant leaders
- Serving your country after the military "

"BG (RET) Doug Satterfield is a consultant, historian, and author of "Our Longest Year in Iraq."

He spoke with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about retiring from the US Army after 40 years of military service and how he strives to model servant leadership in every situation. Plus...

- How combat engineers serve our Army
- What it means to be a "man for others""

Col. (retired) Scott Halstead is an army veteran, the Director of AUSA Center for Leadership, and host of “Leading Great Teams” podcast for AUSA.

He talks with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about being inspired by selflessness and how the West Point motto has impacted his personal and professional goals. Plus…

• Advice for military officers transitioning to second careers

• Building cohesive teams through mutual trust

• Servant Leadership means “putting everything else first.”

Dr. Ken Gossett is a former health care professional, current college professor, and 2x recipient of the Rita Turner award for excellence in education.

He talks with Rev. Dr. Paul McCullough about inspiring graduate students and special situations he’s encountered throughout his career changes. You’re going to want to hear the story of Robert. Plus…

- Advice for doctoral students

- The path of service to others, rather than service to self

- “Lighting a fire rather than filling a bucket!”