Commander Info
How SSO Benefits the Commander
“Research indicates that spiritual fitness plays a key role in resiliency, in our ability to grow, develop, recover, heal, and adapt.” ~ General Robert Neller, Marine Corps Commandant (ALMAR 33/16)
Spiritual Fitness and Outdoor Adventure Contribute Directly to Mission Readiness by:
- Reinforcing moral and ethical decision-making.
- Improving physical fitness, stamina and resilience.
- Providing an outlet for healthy and safe risk-taking.
- Strengthening teamwork and trust in peers and leaders.
SSO Supports Commanders and Chaplains by Strengthening Unit Readiness and Increasing Spiritual Fitness Through:
- Encouraging development of a solid moral, ethical and spiritual foundation that strengthens core values and contributes to good order and discipline.
- Increasing fortitude and courage through recreation and spiritual renewal.
Assisting commanders with keeping unit members in the Green “Ready” Zone of the Operational Stress Continuum, per MCTP 3-30E.
- Strengthening resilience against stress reactions, injuries and illnesses.
- Discussing relevant life foundation issues.
- Encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
- Providing positive alternatives to unhealthy life choices.
- Encouraging activities that strengthen physical fitness.
- Aid in strengthening mind, body and spirit.
Marine Corps Spiritual Fitness
Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, and Chaplain of the Marine Corps Rear Adm. Carey H. Cash discuss the significance of spiritual fitness in the Marine Corps.
SSO Podcast: Command Impact
Rick sits down with Colorado Area Director Randy Garcia, Kentucky/Tennessee Area Director Richard Davis and Texas Area Director Tony Smit to discuss how SSO’s resiliency and spiritual fitness program impacts the commander and their unit’s cohesion and readiness.
Commander Resources
SSO Commander's Guide
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Our Mission
Impacting the World for Christ One Active Duty Service Member at a Time.
REACHING service members with the gospel of Christ.
CONNECTING with other service members through small group Bible studies led by fellow service members.
BUILDING a Christ-centered foundation for living.
DEPLOYING on short-term missions locally and abroad.
SUSTAINING a relationship with Christ through fellow service members leading and mentoring others.
IMPACTING the world and an entire generation for Christ.