Chaplain

minister of a religious tradition who is attached to an institution, or a parochial vicar (assistent/cooperator priest in the parish) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Chaplain
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A chaplain is typically a priest, pastor, ordained deacon or other member of the clergy. They usually serve a group of people who are not organized as a mission or church, or who are unable to attend church for many reasons, such as poor health, confinement, or military or civil duties.

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A US Navy chaplain in Iraq studies his Bible for an upcoming service

Chaplains may be members of a Christian church, or followers of Judaism, Islam or humanism. Schools, colleges, prisons, hospitals, and the armed forces commonly provide the services of chaplains.

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