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The Tempe Police Department is pleased to announce the formation of its Chaplain Program.  This group of  four volunteer chaplains will provide spiritual assistance to Police employees and their families  on an on-call basis.  Chaplains will be available for Critical Incidents, Weddings, Funerals, and other employee requested needs.

Our four Chaplains have the following responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES: (as requested)

• Responding to Critical Incidents

• Officiating at Funerals

• Assisting with Notification of Death or Serious Injury

• Conducting Hospital Visitation

• Conducting Home Visitation

• Providing Counseling

• Assisting with Public Ceremonies

• Officiating at Weddings

• 10 hours worth of ride-alongs per month

• Periodically attending briefings

For further information on this program, please contact Officer Brandon Banks at brandon_banks@tempe.gov or at 480-350-8856.