Navy Lt. Jeremiah Denniston, Coast Guard Base Kodiak command Chaplain, delivers the benediction at the change of command ceremony for Coast Guard Cutter John Witherspoon (WPC 1158) at Paradigm Pier in Kodiak, Alaska, June 16, 2026. Change of command ceremonies are a time-honored tradition that represent the passing of authority from one commanding officer to the next. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Shannon Shepard)