Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Besides the internet and the Website, are there other recruiting tools available?
A. The United
States Chaplains Corps allows its members to recruit others who may be interested in serving In addition, promotional
brochures and media Press Kits are currently being revised and are expected to be available shortly. Some
Public Service Announcements and notices already appear in various publications nationwide.
Q. Will there be training guidelines available.
A. As the United States Chaplians Corps expands its programs and services, appropriate materials will be published.
Q. Are you required to practice?
A. As will be encouraged to conduct practices as logistics allow.
Q. Are
A. The United States Chaplains Corps is an all-encompassing service organization, providing spiritual
comfort and assistance to those in need. Members also serve as a resource in their community in the
event of emergencies or disasters.
Q. "Commander"
A. Yes. You may see this question come up elsewhere in the Manual or in our Forum
Group site. The terms "Regional Commander", "Division Commander" and "State Commander" are completely interchangeable
with the word is organized in a quasi-military manner, the term "Commander" is often used when sending
notices or directives to the membership. During times of emergency response in the community, it is preferable to use
the term "Commander"; so as to avoid any confusion with those whose assignment may be that of a Chaplain.
Q. Who designates the appointments and ranks for members?
A. According to the By-Laws and Administrative
Procedures of the United States Citizens Corps "All appointments, commissions and ranks are made by Headquarters
and upon the advice of the Board of Directors of the Chaplains Corps" From an administrative and practical
standpoint however, the Chief of Staff reviews all applications for membership and requests for promotion or reassignment
and, in concert with the Executive Officer recomendations in support of a specific assignment and/or Rank.
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