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The Bishop's Notebook, Sermon given by The Rt. Rev. George E. Packard , 12 November 2000
Evensong, St. Paul's Cathedral, San Diego, CA

“Character didn't rise up out of his life as a distinguishing mark. He just did his duty when drafted. Fulfilling your responsibilities, doing what is right, doesn't earn you a status, yet it should. Serving in the military requires a commitment of character because this calling has so many uncertainties and because it serves a greater good with personal sacrifice....”

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