CHALLENGERS MERIT: JUNIOR CHAPLAINCY
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1. Explain the difference between a local church pastor and a chaplain.
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2. Explain why you may be interested in becoming a chaplain.
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3. Interview 2 of the following types of chaplains:
a. ___ Military. b. ___ Correctional.
c. ___ Hospital. d. ___ Law enforcement.
e. ___ Rodeo.
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4. Contact your denominational chaplain endorsement agency and ask about requirements
for institutional chaplaincy. Request available literature on chaplain programs
and opportunities. After reading the literature, write a brief report.
(Attach to this worksheet)
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5. Do the following:
a. Visit a chaplain at his duty station and have him share his ministry with you.
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b. Write a brief report about your visit with the chaplain.
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c. Give an oral report on your visit to your Challengers group.
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6. Do the following:
a. Read 2 books of your choice related to chaplaincy.
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b. Write a 250 - 500 word book review for each book.
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c. Give an oral report to your Challengers group on what you learned
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7. Serve as a Junior chaplain in your outpost group or church for 6 months.
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