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A Handbook of Discernment for Evangelical Christians Considering Ministry as a Professional Chaplain

  • Church Leadership & Ministry
  • Publisher: Wipf and Stock
  • Published: 2025

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Publisher's Description

The purpose of this handbook is to encourage discernment for evangelical Christians who are considering ministry as a professional chaplain. The handbook illustrates practical applications of the art of chaplaincy and provides a framework for navigating entry into the profession that occurs at both the professional chaplain and church level. This resource is designed for teachers who instruct individuals considering professional chaplaincy. The hope is to encourage and assist evangelical Christians who feel called to the ministry of professional chaplaincy to enter and successfully practice their ministry. The reason for the handbook is the author's observation, working seventeen-plus years as a professional chaplain, that God is using professional chaplaincy in a multicultural reality to reach the unchurched, the minimally churched, and those who are not currently having their needs met by the traditional form of church.


Endorsements (2)

“More than ever before there is a tremendous need for chaplains to serve in hospitals, hospices, and other ministry settings. If you have picked up this book, then you have an interest in discerning God’s call on your life to this vital ministry. That’s exactly what this book was written for. Don’t just pick up this book—buy it. Let God use it to shape your life and ministry forever!”

Michael Elmore

“This book is arguably the foremost resource on chaplaincy in healthcare ministry. It emphasizes the importance of Christianity in healthcare while also recognizing the value of a proper evangelical presence. It deserves a place on every pastor’s and religious leader’s desk and is essential reading for anyone pursuing a career in healthcare chaplaincy.”

Gary W. Clore

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