When the remains of prisoner of war and Army combat chaplain Emil Kapaun (perhaps the Vatican’s next saint) are identified after 70 years, much of our nation is captivated by their journey home.  As a younger former chaplain unexpectedly embarks on his own journey to greet them, he becomes inspired by the untold stories of the 419 U.S. military chaplain heroes who’ve given their lives for this unique calling.  As the paths of these combat chaplains from different eras finally collide, we’re reminded how the profound weight of history and the immense power of love can converge to produce a life-changing healing.

Combat chaplains wear uniforms, but carry no weapons. And their service can involve the ultimate sacrifice. For nearly 250 years, in every battle throughout our nation’s history, they’ve been there...quietly supporting soldiers while bullets flew by.

Perhaps more than any other profession, diversity is their unique and inspirational strength because, while they may be Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, or Buddhist, when they’re on the front lines of combat, they support and stand-up for soldiers of all faiths…and no faith. These are the unsung heroes who shape history, while touching lives and comforting souls.

The film boasts two prominent pillars of highly-targetable and passionate audience groups – military and faith-based.  But this story is purpose-built to open the aperture far wider and speak to mainstream general audiences.

Unlike the crowded market for sports and true-crime stories, inspirational military fare with mainstream hooks fills a white space in the film landscape that audiences are begging for.

The most common cause of death among U.S. military personnel isn’t getting shot in combat…it’s suicide.  And combat chaplains are on the frontlines of that battle.

The critical work of chaplains (which exist in virtually every military in the world) is even playing itself out before our eyes in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as emphasized recently by a chaplain serving in the Ukrainian military:  In the fog of war, a person sometimes loses his bearings. Therefore, the most difficult thing for a soldier in these conditions is to remain human. Chaplains do everything possible to treat a soldier's soul after their combat duties, and it means helping them to remain human.

This film will inspire audiences with untold stories of service, courage, and sacrifice.  It was created to help all of us find that fighting spirit to light our path ahead.