The Standup Missionary Making Soldiers Sing
39Their numbers have dwindled to just 13 over the years, but the role of the scripture reader in British military life is still a vital one.
Their job is similar to that of a missionary, to share their faith with service personnel and to provide pastoral help when needed.
Scripture readers have been around for 179 years. They became better known during the Second World War, when they used to go into the trenches and recite the scriptures to the soldiers who couldn't read.
“Whatever faith you are, or if you have no faith at all, I'm still your scripture reader and I will still love you and talk to you and help you in anyway I can.”
Lee McDade is one of the few remaining people doing the job. Based at Catterick Garrison, his sermon's are often endearingly described as more like a stand up routine.
Our reporter Hannah King went to meet him.
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