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North Carolina Navy
Reserve Officer Recruiter
"Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country"
President John F. Kennedy
Navy Reserve Chaplain Corps
Officers
Ministers, priests,
clerics, and rabbis who qualify are offered a unique opportunity to
render valuable, worldwide service in the Navy Reserve Chaplain Corps.
Navy Reserve chaplains may serve alone or as part of a team of clergy.
They provide spiritual leadership, offer pastoral counseling, teach
religious education and conduct religious services for members of the
sea services (Navy and Marines) and their families.
Navy Reserve chaplains must complete the seven-week course at Naval Chaplains School in Newport, R.I. The course may be divided into two parts and completed over two years. The course is scheduled several times per year.
Basic Education Requirement
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college, three resident years of
graduate professional study in theology or related subjects (validated
by a Master of Divinity or equivalent degree, or 90 semester hours)
from an accredited seminary or graduate school of religion, and
endorsement by an ecclesiastical agency recognized by the Armed Forces
Chaplain Board. (Contact officials of your religious body to determine
if you are eligible for endorsement.)
Age Requirement
At least 21 but less than 38 at time of appointment, though age waivers
are generously granted, as the Navy currently has a tremendous need.
LCDR Jennifer Danko, USN
Reserve Officer Recruiter
6115 North Hills Circle
Charlotte, NC 28213-6200
(704) 576-6013
Email: jennifer.danko@navy.mil
