Waging Peace

In "Waging Peace," combat medic Diana Oestreich shares her transformative journey in the Army National Guard, where a harrowing decision forces her to grapple with the conflict between military duty and her faith. Faced with the command to harm an Iraqi child to protect her convoy, Diana chooses instead to pursue peace, leading to a profound friendship with an Iraqi family. This poignant memoir challenges the notion of an us-versus-them mentality, urging readers to embrace love over fear in contentious times.