Military Archbishop Speaks Out Against Cancellation of Religious Support Contracts
The Archdiocese for the Military Services announced that the Army has cancelled all religious support contracts for Army chapels.
According to Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, this cancellation includes contracts for religious educators, administrators, and musicians, and has placed "an insurmountable restriction on the free exercise of religion" on Catholics.
For those who attend Mass, visit chapel offices, or participate in faith formation on a U.S. Army installation, you likely noticed, that beginning on Sunday, 5 October 2025, contract services and contractor offices were dark and music was absent during Mass.
The archbishop addressed a letter to members of the military archdiocese, which will also be sent to all members of Congress.
Author's summary: Archbishop criticizes Army's cancellation of contracts for religious support.