What is A Chaplain
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Christian chaplains are caring men and women of God that demonstrate God’s love for a hurting world by sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Christian chaplains remind a hurting world of the hope that we have because of Jesus Christ.
Christian chaplains affirm the dignity, value, and worth of all individuals, often in difficult circumstances, by sharing the gospel message.
Christian chaplains understand that God is always at work, and that there is reason to persevere, even in the face of adversity.
Christian chaplains understand that God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Chaplains share God’s love through their ministry of the cross.
Christian chaplains admonish a lost and hurting world to trust in Jesus Christ as Savior; admonish believers to continue their faith journeys, and warn of the consequences of not doing so.
Christian chaplains are immovable in their steadfast commitment to sharing the gospel with hurting people; resolute in their commitment to evangelization and discipleship, and unshakable in their trust in Jesus Christ.
Christian chaplains understand that we have all sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and that we all need God’s mercy. Yet, chaplains are uncompromising in their commitment to truth.
Training: A Chaplain should complete some annual training and make the commitment to serve his or her community whenever or wherever he/she is called. “Being” a Chaplain is transformative soul work as it deepens others’ spiritual path through prayer and service.
Chaplaincy Ordination Program 6 Month – $1,800.00 Plus $ 250.00 Graduation fees
What is a Chaplain’s Role?
A chaplain provides religious or spiritual rites and services to those who are unable to attend religious services. Additionally, a chaplain might offer moral or emotional support and guidance. Chaplains are found in a number of settings that aren’t religious in nature, including military installations, hospitals and prisons. While chaplains historically have been tied to the Christian faith, it’s not unusual for today’s chaplains to be associated with other religious and spiritual traditions
What about Chaplain Education?
Most chaplains hold a master’s degree, however, educational requirements vary depending on the type of work a chaplain chooses to pursue..
In Summary: Many believe that a good intention to be of Christian service is sufficient to do a chaplains duty. I would argue that the scriptures would point otherwise.
Earnestly seek to commend yourself to God as a servant who, because of his straightforward dealing with the word of truth, has no reason to feel any shame. – (2 Timothy 2:15
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” (Colossians 3:23-24 NIV)
“Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed.” (1 Peter 1:13 NIV)
“For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.” – Jesus Christ (Mark 10:45 NIV)
“Learn, rather, how to do good, setting your hearts on justice, righting the wrong, protecting the orphan, giving the widow redress; then come back, says the Lord, and make trial of me . . .” (Isaiah 1:13-17)