A Chaplain is a spiritual representative attached to a secular institution. Chaplains come from a variety of religions, professions and ministries. They can be lay people-men and women who answered the call to provide care and compassion in their communities or organizations. They can be ordained clergy, counselors, teachers, social workers or psychologists. Chaplains can also be full-time professional ministers committed to spiritual care through an institution. They are expected to serve the spiritual and emotional needs of others. 

Chaplains work in different areas most commonly in the 

• Military

• Hospitals

• With law enforcement and other first responders agencies

• Within political bodies

• Sports Teams

• Educational Institutions

• And many other areas of the community