Episode 38 Discovering Your Identity Through Faith & Service with Willy Pascua, Marine SOF Veteran

In The Name of Service by Dr. Barb Thompson

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In this episode, Barb Thompson interviews Willy Pascua, a former Marine Corps member, about his experiences and reflections on his military service. Willy shares how his early experiences and relationships shaped him into the person he is today. He discusses the significance of his military service, particularly his time in the Marine Corps Special Operations, and the importance of relationships and the impact of loss. Willy also opens up about the difficulties he faced, including the struggle to balance multiple roles and the challenges of transitioning out of the military. He reflects on his journey of self-discovery and finding his identity through faith and service. He shares how he was at his weakest moment when he found a Bible that caught his attention, leading him to realize that God had been with him all along. Willy emphas ... 

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