Navy Chaplains as Religious Advisors: A Combatant Commander's Strategic Asset in Conflict, Reconstruction and Peace

Abstract

The role of chaplains as religious advisors has evolved throughout Navy Chaplain Corps history. JP 1-05 and SECNAVINST 1730.10 further develop this evolutionary process by clarifying and synergizing religious support and religious advisement for the next century. Together, JP 1-05 and SECNAVINST 1730.10 provide the institutional underpinning for properly employing Navy Chaplains in a way that maintains their non-combatant status, honors their ecclesiastical integrity, and benefits the operational commander. In light of the prominence religious affairs plays in culture, politics and conflict around the world; these instructions significantly elevated the visibility of the chaplain's role. It is critical for combatant commanders to understand the chaplain's role as command religious advisor and liaison and the responsibilities assigned as defined by Joint Publication 1-05 and SECNAVINST 1730.10.' This knowledge will enable the combatant commander to effectively employ the chaplain as a strategic asset in the operational environment.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 05, 2012
Accession Number
ADA601478

Entities

People

  • Darren Stennett

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Air Force
  • Chaplains
  • Combatant Commanders
  • Department Of Defense
  • Employment
  • Humanitarian Assistance
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Operations
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Science
  • Naval Personnel
  • Nongovernmental Organizations
  • Personnel Management
  • Students
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • History

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  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies
  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.