Written by Steve Ballinger
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05 August 2009
“As a widow of a slain deputy and past national president of an organization that reaches out to fallen law enforcement officers’ families, I know firsthand Chaplain Steve Ballinger has the training, experience, and compassion to properly respond and manage the critical incident when an unexpected tragedy occurs. Living Shield Ministries is an indispensable asset to the community it serves and to those that serve the community."
Linda Soubirous, Past National President Concerns of Police Survivors
“Having personally witnessed the dedication of Chaplain Steve Ballinger over the past several years, I am pleased to endorse his vision. While Chaplain Ballinger’s devotion to the ministry of Christian services is unquestionable, his personal commitment and passion towards the support of law enforcement and fire service personnel is unparalleled. Chaplain Ballinger and Living Shield Ministries are an invaluable resource to the first responder community and those whom they serve."
Jeff P. Talbott, Chief - California Highway Patrol, Inland Division
“It is a rare thing to meet someone who is both passionate and equipped to work with both the first responder community as well as the public. Both have their own issues to deal with. Chaplain Steve Ballinger is one of those rare individuals. Not only is he an ordained pastor but he is also an ordained chaplain. Steve has a passion to minister from a local basis to an international one. It is with extreme pleasure, honor and respect that we recommend Chaplain Steve Ballinger and Living Shield Ministry.”
Sr. Chaplain Ken Schlenker, Executive Director National Center for Chaplain Development
“After working with Chaplain Steve Ballinger, Living Shield Ministries, in both domestic and international disasters, it’s an honor and privilege to recommend and endorse his ministry. With his extensive training in crisis intervention and years of experience in Chaplain ministry, he is dependable and faithful servant who will appropriately offer hope and comfort to those who suffer in times of a man-made or natural disaster."
Jack W. Munday - Director, Billy Graham Rapid Response Team
“Chaplain Steve Ballinger has worked alongside The Counseling Team International for many years. He is a strong Christian and exhibits these beliefs in all aspects of his assistance. I am very pleased to endorse his chaplaincy and have full confidence in his abilities to assist in helping Emergency Service Personnel.”
Nancy K. Bohl, Director, The Counseling Team International (serving those who serve), San Bernardino, CA
“Steve Ballinger is a man of God with a heart to minister to the needs of firefighters and police officers. He responded to the aftermath of 9/11, Katrina and numerous incidents in California. As a former Fire Captain and pastor, he has the heart of a Chaplain. He is a first responder to the first responders and to the community, which they serve."
John White, President Firefighters For Christ, Intl.
