J. Gabriel Lawson has served as an Air Force Chaplain for over 16 years, providing spiritual care and leadership across a variety of assignments in both active-duty and reserve capacities. He holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership and Spiritual Formation from Portland Seminary. Drawing from his years of ministry and leadership experience, Gabe recently published his first book, Carriers of the Cloak: Six Steps for Christian Chaplains to Grow as Healthy Leaders and Humble Servants, offering practical guidance for chaplains seeking to lead with integrity, humility, and resilience.