Chaplain's Corner
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Department Chaplain: Donna Rae Smith |
American Legion Auxiliary chaplains express, by word and action, our founding principle of service to God and Country and encourage all departments to celebrate diversity among people and faiths. Auxiliary chaplains provide spiritual and emotional guidance when needed or requested, always sending dignity and respect to the occasion.
American Legion Auxiliary chaplains have compassionate hearts dedicated to service "for God and country." They help members connect with God and act as spiritual guides in the practice of prayer and service. Chaplains reach out not only to The American Legion Family but also to all of those with needs in their communities, states, and nation. Chaplains at the unit, department, and national levels serve alongside their fellow members and are called upon to pray at gatherings and to lead services such as memorials for our fallen soldiers and deceased members. They energize the hearts of Auxiliary members and foster selflessness as they serve veterans, the military and their families.
Programs and Activities
It should be the objective of the chaplain to:
1. Pray for the American Legion Auxiliary, its members and leaders, for success in carrying out our mission.
2. Guide members through prayer experiences that are appropriate for the situation.
3. Act as spiritual ambassador of the organization.
Annual Reporting
An annual report is not required; however, a year-end summary and a mid-year progress report are suggested as tools to gauge the direction and effectiveness of department activities. Both narratives should be forwarded to the Department of Colorado Chaplain by December 5, 2017, for mid-year and April 15, 2018, for year-end.
Chaplain Prayer books must be submitted to Theresa Brandt by May 15, 2018. Please send them to Theresa Brandt , 971 Tennessee Ave. Canon City, CO 81212. Any one wanting to have prayers and poems in the Chaplain prayer book for President Ann's prayer book please email them to me at buffalogal3@q.com.
Please refer to the Program Action Plan for additional details
American Legion Auxiliary chaplains have compassionate hearts dedicated to service "for God and country." They help members connect with God and act as spiritual guides in the practice of prayer and service. Chaplains reach out not only to The American Legion Family but also to all of those with needs in their communities, states, and nation. Chaplains at the unit, department, and national levels serve alongside their fellow members and are called upon to pray at gatherings and to lead services such as memorials for our fallen soldiers and deceased members. They energize the hearts of Auxiliary members and foster selflessness as they serve veterans, the military and their families.
Programs and Activities
It should be the objective of the chaplain to:
1. Pray for the American Legion Auxiliary, its members and leaders, for success in carrying out our mission.
2. Guide members through prayer experiences that are appropriate for the situation.
3. Act as spiritual ambassador of the organization.
Annual Reporting
An annual report is not required; however, a year-end summary and a mid-year progress report are suggested as tools to gauge the direction and effectiveness of department activities. Both narratives should be forwarded to the Department of Colorado Chaplain by December 5, 2017, for mid-year and April 15, 2018, for year-end.
Chaplain Prayer books must be submitted to Theresa Brandt by May 15, 2018. Please send them to Theresa Brandt , 971 Tennessee Ave. Canon City, CO 81212. Any one wanting to have prayers and poems in the Chaplain prayer book for President Ann's prayer book please email them to me at buffalogal3@q.com.
Please refer to the Program Action Plan for additional details
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