Past
Pastor David Jones of the Great Valley Baptist Church in Devon, Pennsylvania, served as a chaplain in George Washington's Continental Army.

Present
Today American Baptists who have responded to the call to chaplaincy and pastoral counseling serve in ministries that include organ transplant ministry, AIDS ministry, care of sexually abused persons, prison ministry, and in the cause of world peace. Serving as a chaplain or pastoral counselor requires

    A strong sense of call
    The highest ethical standards
    Demonstrated and continuing involvement in denominational life
    Adequate academic and clinical preparation
    A pastoral identity well-tempered in local church ministry experience

National Ministries' Office of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Counseling Services is available to answer questions on the process for seeking American Baptist endorsement.

Future
Are you sensing God's call to be a chaplain or pastoral counselor? Do you believe you have the gifts to serve in these specialized settings? For more information, complete the form below or contact National Minstries' Office of Chaplaincy and Pastoral Counseling Services at chaplaincy@abc-usa.org

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