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May 26, '12, 8:54 am
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Re: Catholicsm and the Military
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Originally Posted by maxdouglas402
So basically even if I have to question the fact that I might be placed in a difficult moral situation by joining the military, it would be sin to go ahead and join?
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It is not a sin to join the military. You could be placed in morally difficult situations even in civilian life.
If you are given an illicit order, you are bound by conscience and by the military code of conduct to disobey that order. Disobedience can never be a frivolous decision. The enlistment oath a soldier takes is an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Examples: Ordered to "Take and hold that hill," then take and hold that hill, killing the enemy as necessary. This would be part of the overall mission to "Search and destroy" the enemy.
Ordered to "burn the village to the ground," on the other hand would be an illegal order since it would mean intentionally killing civilians whom you are to protect.
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May 26, '12, 9:43 am
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Re: Catholicsm and the Military
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Originally Posted by DebChris
It is not a sin to join the military. You could be placed in morally difficult situations even in civilian life.
If you are given an illicit order, you are bound by conscience and by the military code of conduct to disobey that order. Disobedience can never be a frivolous decision. The enlistment oath a soldier takes is an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Examples: Ordered to "Take and hold that hill," then take and hold that hill, killing the enemy as necessary. This would be part of the overall mission to "Search and destroy" the enemy.
Ordered to "burn the village to the ground," on the other hand would be an illegal order since it would mean intentionally killing civilians whom you are to protect.
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Oh, I see what you're saying now. Hopefully if I am put in that sort of situation I can rely on the Lord for what I should do.
Right now I'm stuck in rut, I don't know if I should be joining just for financial reason or joining to serve or both or not at all 
Although I must admit I am extremely excited to take the ASVAB test. I lost my edge not taking school seriously and being out for so long. But it feels so good to do homework and get the answers right! This is the first time I've taken learning seriously and hopefully this can continue! 
FEEL FREE TO CORRECT ANY OF MY ENGLISH ERRORS btw (8
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May 26, '12, 10:57 am
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Re: Catholicsm and the Military
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Originally Posted by maxdouglas402
Oh, I see what you're saying now. Hopefully if I am put in that sort of situation I can rely on the Lord for what I should do.
Right now I'm stuck in rut, I don't know if I should be joining just for financial reason or joining to serve or both or not at all
Although I must admit I am extremely excited to take the ASVAB test. I lost my edge not taking school seriously and being out for so long. But it feels so good to do homework and get the answers right! This is the first time I've taken learning seriously and hopefully this can continue!
FEEL FREE TO CORRECT ANY OF MY ENGLISH ERRORS btw (8 |
Service should be your primary reason. If you do anything simply for the money, you will never be happy. Since meals and quarters are provided, you can use the opportunity to save what you earn for the future. Of course, don't forget to spend a little (10%) on yourself. If you get sent overseas, take advantage of what the USO has to offer, and your duty schedule allows.
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May 26, '12, 11:23 am
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Re: Catholicsm and the Military
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Originally Posted by DebChris
If you do anything simply for the money, you will never be happy.
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Like music to my ears 
I really don't have too much to buy for myself other than a car, and I already have a little bit saved up for that. I have enough shoes and clothes to last me a lifetime, although I could use some nice dress clothes. Other than going out to eat and golfing I really don't spend much money. This military idea could be a great opportunity to save up some money and donate. Especially if I were to retire in 20 years and receive a monthly amount while still working at another job.
.........But maybe I'm fantasizing a bit much 
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May 29, '12, 6:19 am
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Re: Catholicsm and the Military
Thank you to all those who are serving and have served in the US Military.
And let's continue to fight for freedom!
By also voting our consciences
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