US military Chaplains serve a variety of roles for the military members they serve.  They are spiritual advisors, shoulders to lean on, and counselors for all matters.

To that end, the Army notes that Chaplains in Iraq have helped provide video conferencing, along with Chaplains on either end of the line, for soldiers looking for marriage counseling during their separation.  Family stresses remain one of the top concerns for troops in the field, who are often in combat areas for a year or more.