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The Tempe Police Department is pleased to announce the formation of its Chaplain Program.  A group of four volunteers was chosen in December of 2007 and has been available to provide spiritual assistance to Police employees and their families  on an on-call basis ever since.  These Chaplains will also 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.