This project helps diversify what we call the “chaplaincy pipeline” — classroom education through to field training and careers — and offers opportunities for students to learn about the settings in which chaplains work and to participate in ongoing conversation with chaplains. It also assists students in networking with student colleagues training for chaplaincy in different institutions. More significantly, the program begins building a pipeline to help bring people of color into the work of chaplaincy and spiritual care and help them advance in their careers.

This program enhances the chaplain pipeline through three main activities:

1. Continuing the highly regarded Field Guide series that offers chaplains actionable, practical insight on careers in spiritual care;
2. Expanding mentorship opportunities for chaplains, including event series in professional development and career advancement;
3. Experimenting with job searching and placement support for recent graduates.

For more information, contact info@chaplaincyinnovation.org.

You may also be interested in the Lab’s resources regarding chaplains of color. This work begins to describe the history of chaplains of colors and provide resources for current chaplains and for educators training future chaplains. We include an online reader, a working paper, a recorded lecture series, and a report on our conversation circle model of professional discussion. Learn more here.