May 1, 2022
‘How Will They Hear without a Chaplain?’
The Life-Changing Ministry of the Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission of Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
Articles for tag: Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission
May 1, 2022
Military Chaplaincy (It May Not Be What You Think)
By Lt. Jamin M. Bailey “What the [blank] is this?” The sergeant exploded into the barracks room, crossed it with long strides, and cornered two Marines against a wall. The young Marines, their thin frames fresh from the Crucible of boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina, snapped to attention, fear in their eyes. The angry sergeant unleashed a steady stream of loud profanity as two terrified female Marines came out of the “head” (restroom) and the four young people were hustled outside. On the concrete outside the barracks, three more sergeants joined the fray and the tension skyrocketed. Knife
November 17, 2021
Chaplaincy Recruitment Has Grown During Pandemic
Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission recruitment has seen growth of 10 to 15 percent over the past year and a half, says executive director Kal McAlexander.
August 23, 2012
Interview with John Craycraft
John Craycraft shares insights from his Navy chaplaincy experience, exploring military ministry, evangelism, ethical challenges, and the preparation needed to serve people through crisis, deployment, and everyday life.
December 4, 2005
History and Purpose of the Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission
Many chaplain roles require ecclesiastical endorsement. This article explains the Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission’s history, how endorsement works, and the responsibilities shared by chaplains and the commission.
