CT National Guard Chaplain Corps

03/31/2025

What do you get when you mix great food, a beautiful hotel, a bunch of awesome couples, and lots of laughter? One unforgettable weekend!

Our CT Air National Guard and National Guard couples came together at the Wellsworth Hotel for a retreat full of fun, connection, and growth—courtesy of the 103AW Chaplain Corps and the Stong Bond program.

From newlyweds to seasoned pros, everyone dove into Couple Links (based on Better Together), learned about trust, intimacy, and communication, and even snuck in a date night!

We laughed, we learned, and we left stronger together!

103d Airlift Wing
The Connecticut National Guard
1109th TASMG - Connecticut Army National Guard

02/27/2024

CTNG Chaplain Corps is offering a free online financial course.

Who: Open to all CT NG Soldiers, Airmen, and their spouses/families.
What: Financial Peace University is a 9-week program.
When: Beginning 03 April 2024 and running through 29 May, 1830-1930 Wednesday evenings.
Where: Online
POC: To sign up, please contact Chaplain Steven Thiel at [email protected].

Additional Information:
Participants will learn the basics of budgeting, dumping debt and financial planning. The course provides access to nine video lessons as well as access to the many resources at Ramsey+. For more information visit (https://www.daveramsey.com/fpu).

02/27/2024

The Connecticut National Guard Chaplain Corps is Hosting “Strong Bonds Date Night”

WHO: Open to CTANG and CTARNG Members and Spouse
WHAT: COUPLES DATE NIGHT
WHERE: La Notte Waterside Grille WINDSOR
WHEN: Friday March 15, 2024; 6:00-8:30pm
POC: To Register contact Ch Thiel (CTANG); sothiel@gmail; 860-338-0253
Special Instruction: Please see attached for additional information.

Learning a new language isn’t an easy task. But it opens up a whole new world of opportunities! Learning how to speak your spouse’s Love Language will be exciting for both of you. Learn how to communicate love in a way that is understood clearly and felt deeply. See you there!!!

11/17/2023

On behalf of the Connecticut State Militia and the Connecticut National Guard Chaplain Corps, we extend our deepest gratitude to Tom Jastermsky and Holy Joe’s Café for their unwavering support to our Connecticut National Guard Airmen and Soldiers, and service members around the globe!

🙏 Your generous contributions of coffee have not only energized our days but also warmed our hearts. Your commitment to the 'home team' here in Connecticut and to those serving far and wide reflects a spirit of community and kindness that is truly inspiring.

🌍 Holy Joe’s Café, a Connecticut-based beacon of support, has been a cornerstone for our troops, offering a taste of home no matter where they are stationed. The simple joy of coffee has brought comfort and a sense of togetherness to countless service members, thanks to your efforts.

🔗 To learn more about this wonderful organization and to join in their mission of supporting our troops, visit Holy Joe’s website and follow them on Facebook at Holy Joe's Cafe.

Thank you, Tom and Holy Joe’s Café, for your dedication and for blessing our service members with your kindness. You’ve made a difference in so many lives. ☕💙

10/13/2023

CTNG Chaplain Corps is offering a free online financial course.

Who: Open to all CT NG Soldiers, Airmen, and their spouses/families.

What: Financial Peace University is an 8-week program.

When: Starting October 24th & 25th, 1830-1930 Tuesday or Wednesday evenings (once per week).

Where: Online

POC: To sign up, please contact Chaplain Wismar at [email protected]

Additional Information:
Participants will learn the basics of budgeting, dumping debt and financial planning. The course provides access to nine video lessons as well as access to the many resources at Ramsey+. For more information visit (https://www.daveramsey.com/fpu).

10/11/2023

The CTNG Chaplain Corps recently enjoyed hosting a few BSRT/Strong Bonds couples nights. More evening events are planned for the months ahead!

09/15/2023

07/20/2023

Connecticut National Guard Clergy Day 2023 

06/18/2023

The CT NG Chaplain Corps hosted another fantastic family Strong Bonds/Building Strong and Ready Teams event at Great Wolf Lodge. A very special thank you to Judy Johnson, Rose Wilson, Codey, Trinity, Luke, and Mia, who helped make everything such a great success!