Welcome to Chaplaincy Now, your source for insights on the evolving field of spiritual and community care from The Center for Chaplaincy Studies. Here we explore the practice, study, and future of providing meaningful support in today's complex world.
Why Chaplaincy Now?
The landscape of spiritual care is rapidly changing. Chaplaincy is expanding beyond traditional settings like hospitals and the military, reaching into corporations, universities, community organizations, digital spaces, and more. At the same time, the people chaplains serve are increasingly diverse – religiously, spiritually, and culturally – including a growing number who identify as spiritual but not religious, agnostic, or atheist.
Chaplaincy Now exists to explore these vital shifts. We aim to foster understanding, share innovative approaches, and highlight the competencies needed for effective and compassionate spiritual care in the 21st century.
Who We Are
This publication is brought to you by The Center for Chaplaincy Studies (CCS). CCS is an educational consortium serving as a hub for transformative education and professional development in chaplaincy and spiritual care. Our mission is rooted in a commitment to nurture courageous, compassionate, and creative leaders equipped to minister effectively, particularly in trauma-impacted communities.
CCS contributes to the advancement of the field alongside other important efforts. While initiatives like the Chaplaincy Innovation Lab foster dialogue and practical innovation and Transforming Chaplaincy builds crucial research capacity and evidence-based practice, CCS focuses specifically on providing training and education for spiritual care through unique seminary partnerships and accessible coursework.
What You'll Find Here
Subscribe to Chaplaincy Now for regular content featuring:
Thoughtful Reflections: Perspectives on the challenges and rewards of spiritual care work.
Practical Insights: Discussions on skills, competencies, and best practices applicable across diverse settings.
Explorations of Key Issues: Deep dives into topics like interfaith/interbelief care, trauma-informed ministry, moral injury, moral orienting systems, ethical considerations, digital chaplaincy, and professional development.
Accessible Summaries: Making sense of relevant research and trends in the field.
We strive to make complex ideas understandable for a broad audience.
Who Should Subscribe?
Chaplaincy Now is for:
Current Chaplains & Spiritual Care Providers: Seeking ongoing learning, reflection, and connection with peers.
Students & Aspiring Chaplains: Discerning a call and learning about the profession.
Educators & Supervisors: Shaping the future of chaplaincy training.
Administrators & Leaders: Integrating spiritual care effectively into organizations.
Anyone Curious: Individuals interested in understanding the vital role of compassionate presence and spiritual support in our world.
Join the Conversation
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