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Chaplain's Pledge
As a Law Enforcement Chaplain, I believe that God is the answer to man's dilemma. I stand ready to bear witness to the forgiving love and redeeming power of God to all people, especially to those in crisis. I pray that God will guide my thoughts, words, and actions. I seek to be a channel of God's love. I desire to serve a source of support and counsel to the Law Enforcement Community.
I am not a law enforcement officer, but a man of God, duly ordained of licensed. My responsibilities are to assist all Officers, upon request, on matters within the Chaplain's realm. I shall not in any way interfere with an Officer in the performance of his duties, but be subject to the authority of the Officer on duty.
As a Law Enforcement Chaplain I will:
- Conform to all Law Enforcement procedures insofar as applicable.
- Be available while on duty to the Dispatcher at all times either by radio or telephone.
- Not publicly criticize the action of any Law Enforcement Officer, Department Official, fellow Chaplain or Department Policy or action.
- Hold all information received in the strictest confidence.
- Be an advisor and guide in all matters pertaining to the moral, spiritual and the religious welfare of the Law Enforcement Personnel.
- Hold the badge I carry with the highest regard, maintaining moral and ethical values whether on duty or off.
Signature:__________________________________Date:___________
Signature of Witness:_________________________________________
TEN COMMANDMENTS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT CHAPLAINS
1. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy being, realizing that the depth and quality of that love is constantly scrutinized.
2. Thou shalt love thy Law Enforcement Department and all its personnel, even as thou dost love thyself.
3. Thou shalt perform they Chaplain's duties at all times in a professional and godly manner.
4. Thou shalt be faithful to all thy appointments, schedules, commitments, and engagements, punctually fulfilling all of them.
5. Thou shalt show partiality to no one, whether he be the chief of police or the newest rookie, but shalt seek to love and serve all alike.
6. Thou shalt never use thy privileged place as a position from which to proselytize or to grind thine own private ax.
7. Thou shalt guard thy tongue at all times, so as never to divulge or violate a confidence.
8. When thou rides with a Law Enforcement Officer, thou shalt remember that thou art a guest; therefore, be courteous and warm.
9. Thou shalt never grumble or complain because of what is expected of thee, but shalt remember thy servants role.
10. Thou shalt maintain a humble spirit at all times, remembering that though thou art not a religious specialist; not all wisdom and knowledge concerning God shall die with thy demise.
THE CHAPLAIN'S QUALIFICATIONS
To be a chaplain, the person should:
1. Be an ordained or licensed clergy person in good standing.
2. Show a God-like compassion, understanding, and a love for others.
3. Be able to relate easily to all kinds of people.
4. Maintain high spiritual and moral standards.
5. Manifest maturity in judgment, emotional stability, and personal flexibility.
6. Be tactful and considerate with people of every race, creed and religion.
7. Be willing to become involved in training (such as the basic academy, "in-house" training, seminars, etc.) that will enhance effectiveness in dealing with people and crises.
8. Be familiar with the various helping agencies in the community to which referrals can be made.
9. Be willing to respond to any and all situations where his presence as a chaplain is indicated.
10. Never have been convicted of a criminal offense, nor of offenses involving moral turpitude. (Minor traffic offenses are excluded).
11. The police chaplain needs to be a person who has a deep concern for the spiritual and emotional well-being of law enforcement personnel.
12. The chaplain may or may not have received the basic law enforcement training given to new officers, although some chaplains have become sworn officers usually serving as reserve or auxiliary officers, and some may carry weapons.
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- Neal Brown, President
- Jonathan Watkins, Vice President
- Craig Nalls, Secretary
- Ricky Thrasher, Treasurer
- Russell Graves, Past President
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