Chaplains go where others will not or cannot go. As culture changes and becomes more secular, chaplains have become society’s new “pastors.” Chaplains fulfill a sacred calling to accompany and provide professional support and spiritual nurture for everyone in their distinctive secular communities, which authorize and hold them accountable. A chaplain’s ministry requires specialized knowledge, competencies, and an understanding of its unique opportunities and challenges.
With forty-four contributors, The Heart of a Chaplain thoroughly examines what a chaplain is along with the foundations, uniqueness, and professional qualifications of chaplaincy. This book surveys six major chaplain categories, revealing the rich diversity of ministry. In addition to a mentoring tool and an extensive resource section, this second edition adds reflection questions, case studies, and several additional chapters, including a brief survey on the global nature of chaplaincy. The “memorable moments” of chaplains will leave you laughing or crying with joy.
Differences from the First Edition:
• 4 or 5 reflection questions per section for students to answer.
• 34 brief case studies to give students a real-world look at chaplaincy. Most of the case studies actually happened. Some have references from articles to verify their authenticity.
• Several additional chapters, including “The Global Nature of Chaplaincy,”
“Roles, Responsibilities, and Tasks,” “The Marginal and Liminal Nature of Chaplaincy,” “The Endorsement,” and “The Chaplain as a Moral Guide.”
