Evan Johnson

First Family Church, Iowa
Military Chaplaincy
Ankeny Iowa
First Family Church
September 19
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About My Family

I have been married to my wonderful wife, Liz, for 13 years, and together we are blessed with four children—Levi, Lydia, Karis, and Madison. Our family thrives on spending quality time together, especially outdoors. We enjoy hiking, exploring national parks, and discovering new trails as a family. When we’re at home, we love gathering around a board game, card game, or even a friendly match of croquet in the yard. These shared experiences have become meaningful ways for us to grow closer and live out the joy and fellowship we cherish in Christ.

About My Ministry

I serve as an Air Guard Chaplain. Ministering to the Airmen and their families. On the civilian side, I serve my church as the facilities lead. Overseeing the maintenance of the buildings and grounds of the facilities the church owns.

SBC Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy is a vital frontline ministry and extension of the local church. Chaplains reach the lost among the thousands of men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces, correctional facilities, healthcare settings, public safety, disaster relief sites, and corporate environments. SBC Chaplains care for the broken, offer hope to the hopeless, and advance the gospel of Jesus Christ in hard-to-reach places.
The qualifications expected of a Southern Baptist applying for endorsement as a chaplain or counselor are established by their institution and the Chaplains Commission, SBC. These qualification requirements vary according to the type of chaplaincy or counseling ministry involved but all are expected to meet a high level of ministerial competence.

Pray

Pray for boldness among chaplains to clearly and compassionately share the hope of the gospel, even in challenging or unexpected situations. Pray for open hearts among those to whom chaplains minister—that God would soften hearts, open minds, and draw people to Himself. Pray for salvation, that many would come to a saving faith in Jesus Christ through the witness and presence of chaplains. Pray for more laborers, asking God to raise up new missionaries and chaplains who are called, equipped, and sent to bring the gospel to places of great need.

Participate

Commit to long-term prayer support. Explore the opportunities to extend your church’s reach by becoming a chaplain. Be involved in supporting chaplains and their families. Send notes of encouragement. Talk with chaplains about their ministry context. Send resources that support a chaplain’s ministry context. Pray for chaplains and their families.
Become personally invested in the ministry of chaplains. Learn about their ministry context, so you can provide relevant help and resources.
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