College offers new and exciting possibilities to the college student.  A lot of firsts also. The first time away from home for most. The first time on their own with no direct supervision. The first time trying to manage money. The first time adulthood is put to the test. A lot of Changes.

With those changes come some other firsts. The first of, stress from trying to manage money, time, having responsibility for their own behavior, and on top of that, the stress of performance.  

Availability of all sorts of extra curricular activity and the testing of family values with new found freedom can lead to break down and confusion. The Collegiate Chaplain serves the College student in the area of spiritual counseling and at times by just being a trusted listening ear. The Ministry area of Collegiate Chaplaincy is expanding in the U.S. and abroad, and the Chaplain has become a recognized fixture on most college campuses.

If you are a Collegiate Chaplain or if you are working toward that end, you need to consider membership in the IFOC, Inc. We can help. Contact us today for an information and membership packet.

Collegiate Chaplain Links

Grief & Loss Resource Center
College & Campus Ministries
Emory University
Northwestern University - Office of the University Chaplain
Chaplains.Net
University of Delaware
American College of Physicians Home Care Guide (ACP)
University of Florida - Gainsville
St. Margaret's Episcopal School

The Fire Chaplain deals with the traumatic experiences of Loss & Grief, as well as, the areas of Critical Incident Stress (CIS).

The need for this Chaplain has been viewed as indispensable for the Loss & Grief of the victims of fire; only the last few years has it become evident that the value of the Fire Chaplain extends to Critical Incident Stress Debriefing as well.

The knowledgeable Fire Chaplain is a natural Debriefing Team choice. Both Firemen & Ministers, the Fire Chaplain understands the CIS of the Fire Professional and is able to serve their debriefing need with professionalism & compassion.

The Fire Chaplain must keep abreast of changes in the field and pursue continuing education in Critical Incident & Debriefing skills.

Fire Chaplain Links

FireFighting.Com
Ohio State Fire Fighter's Association
Grief & Loss Resource Center

International Fellowship Of Hospice Chaplains

Hospice Chaplain Links

American College of Physicians Home Care Guide (ACP)
Grief & Loss Resource Center
Hospice Foundation of America
Hospice Home Page
National Hospice Organization (NHO)
National Prison Hospice Association (NPHA)
Senior Citizen Ministries
United Hospice Foundation (UHF)

International Fellowship Of Hospital Chaplains

Hospital Chaplaincy is an ever-needful area of ministry, requiring Trained & Committed Chaplains. This area of ministry requires men/women that have a thorough understanding of Grief & Loss, as well as, the Critical Incident.

The IFOC will endeavor to assist in this effort by providing Certification, Training & Seminar updates.

Hospital Chaplain Links

Hospital Chaplain's Ministry of America (HCMA)
The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education
Grief & Loss Resource Center
IFCA, International
American College of Physicians Home Care Guide (ACP)
University of California - Davis Medical Center

HighwayWatch

International Fellowship Of Industrial Chaplains

Industry has embraced the Industrial Chaplain over the past few years to such a degree that the need for Chaplains has out-paced the resource of Trained Chaplains.

The IFOC provides Training, Membership & updated Seminars to assist the Industrial Chaplain in keeping up-to-date and employable.

The Industrial Chaplain needs to be well versed in Counseling & Employee Assistance Programs.

Industrial Chaplain Links

International Fellowship Of Jail and Prison Chaplains

The need for Trained & Certified Chaplains in the Prison / Jail areas of ministry is overwhelming.

The IFOC recognizes the need and is moving strongly in the area. We work closely with other Chaplain organizations, such as Forgotten Man Ministries, located in Michigan, to provide the best possible training and broadly accepted certification for our Chaplains.

We will list upcoming Training Seminars of any Chaplaincy Program that share this goal with our own.

Jail & Prison Chaplains Links

Grief & Loss Resource Center
National Prison Hospice Association (NPHA)
Prison Fellowship International (PFI)
New Life Prison Ministry
Pastors to Prisoners
Criminal Justice Ministry - Referral Network
Re-Entry Prison & Jail Ministry
World Wide Prison Ministry
American Correctional Association (ACA)
Justice Fellowship

International Fellowship Of Juvenile and Youth Chaplains

Kids in trouble or kids at risk are a concern of all of us in Chaplaincy. However, it takes a special gift from God to be a Juvenile Chaplain. The youth of today require the guiding hand of a loving, caring, and understanding person of faith and perseverance help them. This is a highly specialized and highly dedicated ministry.

The need is there. The opportunity is there. Please contact us if you feel this to be your area of Chaplaincy. Our children are waiting!

Juvenile & Youth Chaplain Links

Forgotten Youth Ministries (FYM)
International Prison Ministry
The Coroner's Report
The Missing Link
Grief & Loss Resource Center
Children & Youth Ministries
Chaplains.Net
City Mission - Prison Ministry

International Fellowship Of Military Chaplains

The men and women who serve our countries in the military, as Chaplains, often go unheralded. We at the IFOC want to let you know that you are not forgotten in the ministerial world. Our Fellowship is here to recognize your effort and to support you in any way we can.

Our training seminars and endorsement will help you to continue in Chaplaincy, whether it's in the military or in civilian life. Membership in our fellowship gives the Military Chaplain a head start in this vital civilian ministry.

Military Chaplain Links

US Air Force Chaplains
US Army Chaplains
US Army Reserve Chaplains
US Navy Chaplains
Military Chaplains Association
Grief & Loss Resource Center
IFCA, International
Commander's Perspective

International Fellowship Of Motorcycle Chaplains

Motorcycle Chaplaincy is growing like the beat of a 1500cc 4 stroke. With Christian motorcyclists hitting the road with new vision and purpose. At nearly every event, no matter if it's a sporting event or a cruise, a Chaplain is likely to be a visible fixture.

More and more Christians are riding motorcycles and the need for the Gospel is going with them. If your part of the motorcycle world and are a Chaplain, or want to be a Chaplain, 'show your colors' contact us today!

Motorcycle Chaplain Links

International Fellowship Of Nursing Home Chaplains

Nursing Home Chaplain Links

Grief & Loss Resource Center
American College of Physicians Home Care Guide (ACP)
American College of Physicians (ACP-ASIM)

International Fellowship Of Police Chaplains

Highly specialized, requiring highly dedicated and highly trained chaplaincy personnel. This area of Chaplaincy is growing in demand and requires Certification & Training in the area of Critical Incident Stress related issues.  Understanding the job requires participation.

The need for training in the ranks of the Police Chaplain is becoming more and more evident in our fast paced lifestyle. "Figure Head Chaplaincy" is fast becoming a thing of the past. The IFOC, Inc. is committed to training that is useful  to the Chaplain in his effort to serve the Police community he/she serves. The area of suicidology  is one facet of training that our Chaplaincy Seminars provide. If we help you prevent even one suicide we have done our job.

We work in harmony with several fine Chaplaincy organizations and will list their Training Seminars & Educational opportunities with our own.

Police Chaplain Links

Officer.Com
The Station
International Conference of Police Chaplains (ICPC)
Grief & Loss Resource Center
American Police Hall of Fame & Museum (APHF)
Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers
Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS)
Cops Helping Alleviate Policemen's Problems
S.W. Iowa Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers (SWIFCPO)
Catholic Peace Officers Association
www.spiritofthelaw.org

International Fellowship Of Search & Rescue Chaplains

Search and Rescue is an ever-growing field in Chaplaincy. Who better to be equipped with the skills of Chaplaincy than 'those on the scene' and at such a time of need. Chaplaincy is a vital link in the chain during a Search and Rescue situation, and the IFOC Chaplain is well equipped to meet that very special challenge 'hands on.'

Call us today! Why let someone else have to do what is your hearts desire? Search and Rescue Chaplaincy - add your name to the list of those who care enough to go the extra mile to help the helpless.

Search & Rescue Chaplain Links

Grief & Loss Resource Center

International Fellowship Of Sports Chaplains

Sports Chaplaincy is an ever-expanding area of ministry. The recent movements of men in the area of Commitment & Relationships, such as the Million Man March & Promise Keepers, has enhanced the awareness and acceptance of Chaplaincy in Sports.

The IFOC supports that movement of Worship & Commitment. We will assist the Sports Chaplain providing Training, Certification & Seminars to enhance and expand their ministry.

Sports Chaplain Links

Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Motor Racing Outreach (MRO)
Sports Spectrum Magazine

International Fellowship Of Transportation Chaplains

Transportation Chaplaincy is an expanding field of ministry that provides opportunity for the Chaplain to serve the community in the areas of Airline, Trucking, Rail, Shipping, etc.

Recent catastrophes in the Airline field have displayed the need for a well trained, on staff, Chaplaincy Program.

The IFOC will endeavor to assist the industry by providing Training, Certification and Seminar Updates to Chaplains serving in this area.

Transportation Chaplains

Grief & Loss Resource Center

Miscellaneous Links

Grief & Loss Resource Center
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc. (ICISF)
Priests For Life
Disability Concerns
American College of Physicians (Grief & Loss)
Immunet - For HIV/AIDS Caregivers
UMC Mission
American College of Physicians (Grief & Loss for Children)
Center for Disease Control
American College of Physicians Home Care Guide (ACP)
National Institutes of Health Directory (Symptoms of Terminal Illness)
OncoLink - Cancer Resource Center
Emergency Services Chaplaincy of Southern Africa
Interview with Rick Joyner
Crisis Response International