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# Soldier Saints and Patriot Pacifists
- URL: https://www.loganmartinisaac.com/soldier-saints-patriot-pacifists/
- Published: 2007-11-08T08:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-06-27T06:24:36.000Z
- Author: Logan Martin Isaac
- Tags: Sojourners, Public Writing

*\*Originally published by Sojourners on November 8, 2007\. It has since* [*been removed*](https://www.loganmartinisaac.com/why-i-left-sojourners/)*.*

This year, Nov. 11 will be a particularly joyous day for this veteran. Though I will not be attending any events, I can still reasonably expect a few pats on the back or some kind words in recognition of my six years in service to our country. Thankfully, I am past the awkwardness that used to greet me as supporters approached me with their gratitude in airports or shopping malls - seeking hugs and handshakes to express their appreciation for my sacrifice. I have overcome the demons that accompanied me back from Iraq, who insisted the strangers' thanks were idolatrous and superficial. However, I do continue to pray that well-wishers offer "welcome home" in place of "thank you" - the latter often being misunderstood, as many service members do not consider the acts they have committed to be [commendable](http://www.turnto23.com/news/11177861/detail.html?subid=22100581&qs=1;bp=t&ref=loganmartinisaac.com). Beside merely a celebration of patriotism, Nov. 11 is also a day to remember and rejoice in peace. Armistice Day holds a place in history as the day the Allies and Germany signed a treaty in Compiègne, France, ending hostilities on the Western Front. To this day, many people still reserve a moment of silence at 11:00 a.m. to respect the 8 million who perished in WWI.