Chaplain Phil Kramer

Spotlight on Chaplain Phil Kramer – A Life of Service and Faith

In this enlightening episode of our Spotlight series, we have the honor of featuring Dr. Phil Kramer, a distinguished Army Chaplain and devoted spiritual leader. From his beginnings in Lake Wales, Florida, to his impactful service in the U.S. Army, Dr. Kramer’s journey is a testament to faith, resilience, and leadership.

Join us as Dr. Kramer shares his profound experiences, including his four years in the U.S. Marine Corps and his transition to a life of ministry and military chaplaincy. With degrees from Gardner-Webb University, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Duke University, and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, he brings a wealth of knowledge and spiritual depth to his role.

Throughout his 16-year career as an Army Chaplain, Dr. Kramer served with units such as the 82nd Airborne Division and the Army Rangers, making multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. His leadership extended to guiding one of the largest congregations in the U.S. Army as the Lead Pastor for Crossroads Chapel at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Dr. Kramer is also an accomplished author, having written notable books including "Moon Port Pastor: Adrian Rogers and the First Baptist Church of Merritt Island, Florida," "A More Elite Man," and "The Proximity Principle: Army Chaplains on the Fighting Line."

Since retiring from the Army in December 2019, he has embraced a new calling as the Lead Pastor for Crossgate Church, where he continues to inspire and lead with unwavering dedication.

Tune in to hear Dr. Kramer’s reflections on his extraordinary career, the role of faith in service, and his journey from military to ministry. This episode offers a compelling glimpse into the life of a man who has dedicated his life to serving both his country and his faith community.