An Introduction to Chaplaincy Ministry

Download or read book An Introduction to Chaplaincy Ministry written by Otis H. Corbitt, III and published by Otis H. Corbitt, III. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From its early beginnings in military and hospital settings, chaplaincy ministry has spread to many areas of society, including such diverse venues as law enforcement, schools, disaster relief, and industry and business. Despite the growing presence of chaplaincy ministry in communities around the nation, relatively few primers exist that provide an introduction to chaplaincy ministry. This book is intended to fill that gap, providing the reader with information about how chaplaincy ministry got its start, the differences between chaplains and other clergy members, and the foundations of chaplaincy ministry. The roles and responsibilities of chaplains and the way they are selected, trained, and held accountable are outlined, as well as the unique methods and elements of ministry which are common to work of chaplains. Readers of this book will gain an orientation to chaplaincy ministry will both prepare them to begin serving as chaplains and to pursue more in-depth training and education in chaplaincy ministry.