Santa Margarita Parish · Military Archdiocese
The Chaplain
Rvdo. D. Antonio Álvarez Vargas
Captain Chaplain
Profile
A life in service to God and Spain
The Reverend Antonio Álvarez Vargas, holding the rank of captain, was born on 8 January 1984 in Montellano (Seville), the second of three siblings.
From a very young age he felt the call to the priesthood, which led him to train at the Faculty of Theology of Seville, where he earned his degree in Theology.
He was ordained a priest on 14 September 2008 at Seville Cathedral, by Cardinal Carlos Amigo Vallejo.
"His career reflects dedication, faith and service to Spain and its Armed Forces."
The Reverend Antonio Álvarez Vargas has combined his religious vocation with a patriotic commitment, offering spiritual and human support to service members and their families, both at home and on international missions.
Military vocation
A calling to serve in the Armed Forces
Driven by a deep sense of service, in 2012 he joined the Spanish Armed Forces as a military chaplain. Throughout his career in the Army, he has carried out his pastoral work at various postings:
· León
Chaplain and lecturer, Air Force NCO Academy · 6 subjects.
· Madrid
Chaplain, Headquarters of the Paratrooper Brigade.
· Rota
Chaplain, LHD aircraft carrier Juan Carlos I.
· Fuerteventura
Chaplain, Soria 9 Infantry Regiment.
· Palma de Mallorca
Chaplain, Santa Margarita Parish · Current posting since September 2026.
International commitment
International military operations
His vocation has led him to take part in various international military operations, providing spiritual support to Spanish troops in conflict zones:
Operation ISAF · Afghanistan
Operation EUNAVFOR MED · Libya
Operation Gerald Ford · North Atlantic
Operation Libre Hidalgo · Lebanon
Academic training
Solid, multidisciplinary training
The Reverend Antonio Álvarez Vargas holds a solid, multidisciplinary academic background combining theology, philosophy, law and social doctrine:
Master's in Social Doctrine
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Degree in Theology
Faculty of Theology of Seville
Degree in Philosophy
University of Seville
Degree in Law
UNED
Drug Addiction Prevention Trainer
Military School of Educational Sciences
Pedagogical Aptitude Course for Officers
Military School of Educational Sciences
Basic Course for Access to the Legal Profession
UNIR
Basic Course on International Conflicts
UNIR
Service and honour
Honours and decorations
For his outstanding pastoral and military work, he has received numerous honours recognising his dedication to the service of Spain and its Armed Forces.
- NATO ISAF Medal
- Badge for Service in an Operations Zone
- Badge for Permanent Lecturer of the Military Academies and Schools
- EUNAVFOR MED Medal
- Guardian of the Sea Medal
- Cross of Military Merit
- United Nations Medal
Pastoral accompaniment
A space to listen and accompany
To request pastoral care or arrange a meeting with the chaplain, please contact the Santa Margarita office.
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