Write out a short paragraph or two on what you know of chaplains.
My first conscious knowledge of "a chaplain" came from the TV show M.A.S.H. The army chaplain the character portrayed had a quite calm about him as he spiritually supported all ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations with non-judgement total acceptance.
I had no personal experience with a chaplain until my mother was placed in hospice. There was a chaplain at the hospital hospice who gave that same quiet strength during his visits. His quiet presence, a gentle touch all gave comfort and support. I watched him "just be" with patients who were close to transitioning and had no family to be with them. He held their hand, just breathing with them and praying. They were not alone when their soul returned to God.
Does your faith group or religion have chaplains or not?
Judaism does have chaplains who have advance Jewish studies such as Rabbis and Cantors. A lay person may also become a Chaplain, but only if they have completed advanced Jewish studies. All Jewish Chaplains must complete a year internship before becoming a Chaplain.
What is your view of chaplains and their role in society today?
In my opinion, chaplains have a vital role in today's society. More and more people are not affiliated with an organized religion for a variety of reasons. People are more transient that ever, leading them to seek opportunities far away from the support of family and friends. The chaplain is available to minister to these people in a myriad of settings and situations.
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