The Chaplain's Love for His Family

Catch-22

The chaplain's deep longing for his wife and children, which sustains him through his trials.

increasing

Bearing strength in each event

decreasing

Memories of home Memories of home from "Catch-22". The Yearning The Letters The chaplain writes brief letters to his wife. He wants to write passionate love letters but restrains himself.

Memories of home from "Catch-22". The Yearning The Letters The chaplain writes brief letters to his wife. He wants to write passionate love letters but restrains himself.

The Yearning The Letters The chaplain writes brief letters to his wife. He wants to write passionate love letters but restrains himself. The Fantasies He imagines his wife's touch. He worries about his children's safety. His family is his anchor. The Pain He misses them terribly. His love for them is the one certainty in his life.

The decision to persevere The decision to persevere from "Catch-22". The Motivation The Hope Orr's survival gives the chaplain hope. He decides to persevere for his family and his faith.

The decision to persevere from "Catch-22". The Motivation The Hope Orr's survival gives the chaplain hope. He decides to persevere for his family and his faith.

The Motivation The Hope Orr's survival gives the chaplain hope. He decides to persevere for his family and his faith. The Strength He will stand up to his oppressors. His love for his family gives him courage. The Future He looks forward to reuniting with them. His love sustains him through the war.

Throughout the story

After Orr's news