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Chaplains News and Field Reports! (Page 9) Romans 12:1-4-8 Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. If a man’s gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. Testimonies, news, special interest and field reports are being posted here in order to give others an idea of the different types of ministries that our chaplains are involved in. We receive many calls each year from chaplains who ask for advice on starting ministries. We hope that by posting these reports it may give others some ideas. Always remember everyone needs a kind word, or a helping hand, all we have to do is stop and look around us, there is need every where. Members please post your testimonies, news and field reports by clicking here! Thank you! Last updated on Sunday, July 25, 2010 12:05 PM 
Notice
Chief Chaplain Appointed for the State of New York:
Effective as of this date "07-28-2010" Master Chaplain Henry
Curtis has been promoted to Chief Chaplain and appointed as the Chief
Chaplain for the New York division of Chaplain Fellowship Ministries.
All members, senior staff and supervisors of the New York division
from this date forward shall report to, and will be held accountable
to Chief Chaplain Curtis. Any inquires, questions or business concerning
the New York division shall be directed to Chief Chaplain Curtis or
his office in New York for consideration. By Directive of CMD Donald
J. Gibson/President/Founder - Chaplain Fellowship Ministries International
Inc.
Congratulations
to Chaplain
Scott Willis C.A.M.F:
Chaplain Willis has completed the Anger Management Skills Training
Facilitator Certification Course "C.A.M.F". Chaplain Willis
is from Texas and a long time member and Master Chaplain with Chaplain
Fellowship Ministries. Congratulations Chaplain Willis! Chaplain
Donald Gibson, Chaplain Bruce Francis,
Chaplain
James Pagan PA: It is with great pleasure that I inform you that
our local television News Station came to my home and filmed an interview
with me because I had been nominated by a viewer to be the next "outstanding
Hispanic Personality in the Lehigh Valley " largely because of
the chaplancy volunteer work I perform on a daily basis .The Report
will be aired by : WFMZ NEWS - En Espanol TUES. 20 JULY 2010 @ 11P.M.
(EST). Throughout the interview which lasted over an hour , I can
assure you that the Blessed name of our God was highly exaulted ,
and I testified of the miracles God has done in my life and of His
power to save when all human hope is gone! I did not forget our Organization
; and supplied the interviewer with our Official E-mail address should
some one viewing the report feel an interest in obtaining additional
information . I hope you are pleased that CFMI is being represented
in such a positive light and that the Lord is lifted higher and higher!
God bless you and your loved ones .Respectfully, Master Chaplain James
C. Pagan , D.D.C.S. Director Hispanic Ministries 
Click here to see the interview with Chaplain Pagan
"
Felicidades ! " Capellán Pagan - Capellán Gibson,
Capellán Francisco
Chaplain
Terry Wildman Missouri: Chaplain
Terry Wildman is the founder and president of the Shelter of Hope.
Chaplain Wildman is a long time member and Deputy Chief Chaplain.
The Shelter of Hope is a crisis ministry of helps seeking to help
those who are homeless, lost or in crisis. Chaplain Wildman held an
ordination ceremony at the Amazing Grace Worship Center in Gordonville
MO. The Pictures in this slide show are of the members who have received
their membership and ordination.
Click
Here to view photos Congratulation Gentlemen! CH Gibson &
CH Francis
Notice
From Home Office: The conference is coming up real soon "September
9th, 10th and 11th" if you are flying in to Killeen and do not
have transportation contact Chaplain Neatherlin with your flight information
at lordjesusway@yahoo.com
Chaplain Neatherlin will have one of our vans there to pick you up.
The office will be closed on the 9th, everyone will be at the Fairfield
Inn greeting and visiting with members. Please contact Steve as soon
as possible if you need to be picked up. We are look forward to seeing
everyone again this year. Chaplain
Gibson, Chaplain Francis and CFMI Staff
Congratulations
to Chaplain
J David Simpson C.A.M.F:
Chaplain Simpson has completed the Anger Management Skills Training
Facilitator Certification Course "C.A.M.F". Chaplain Simpson
is from South Carolina and a long time member "Since 2000"
and Master Chaplain with Chaplain Fellowship Ministries. Congratulations
Chaplain Simpson! Chaplain Donald Gibson, Chaplain Bruce Francis,
From
the Home Office:
As a rule we do not post items in the news. We received the following
from the Christian
Law Association. We believe this is of interest to all of us.
A NC Pastor’s Invitation to Offer the Opening Legislative Prayer
for the NC House of Representatives Was Rescinded Because His Religion
Requires Him to Pray in Jesus’ Name Dr. Ron Baity, pastor of
Berean Baptist Church, Winston Salem, NC, is requesting a letter of
apology and another opportunity to offer the open legislative prayer
before the North Carolina House of Representatives after his initial
invitation for the week of May 31 to June 3 was rescinded because
Pastor Baity’s religion requires him to pray in Jesus’ Name.
Pastor Baity said: “I was made to feel like a second class North
Carolinian when I was told that my services would no longer be needed
if I could not offer the opening prayer in the manner prescribed by
the House of Representatives, rather than in the manner my Biblical
faith requires. It appears that only those religious leaders willing
to pray a government prescribed prayer will be given the honor of
participating in this legislative prayer exercise in the future.”
Attorney David C Gibbs III, of Gibbs Law Firm and the Christian Law
Association of Seminole, Florida, who appeared with Dr. Baity at his
Press Conference on July 8, 2010, noted: “The First Amendment
promises all Americans the free exercise of their religion, which
includes the right to pray as their faith requires, even when they
are invited to open state legislative sessions with prayer. We trust
that the North Carolina House of Representatives will realize its
mistake and will offer Pastor Baity another opportunity to pray without
requiring him to use a prayer that is mandated by the government.”
Attorney Gibbs added: “There is no authority in American history,
tradition or Supreme Court precedent that requires a legislature to
censor a private citizen’s prayers in order to participate in
a benefit or privilege that is offered to other citizens of the state.”
Dr. Baity released a lengthy letter written by his attorneys at his
Press Conference explaining the underlying legal principles for allowing
Dr. Baity to have the opportunity to pray. This letter has been sent
to the both the Speaker and the Clerk of the House. A response is
being requested within ten days. Chaplain Don Gibson
Chaplain
Mike Smith Michigan: Hello
everyone! I apologize for not keeping up with updates, however I have
been very busy. In April I was approved to go into the Livingston
County Jail in Howell, Michigan. I preach nearly every Sunday and
I am there on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Tuesday of the month. I am still
working in the Washtenaw County Jail in Ann Arbor Michigan every Thursday
night. Please pray for more doors and opportunities to open up. In
June two things happened. We had our Summer Revival at Washtenaw where
I was privileged to speak 4 times during the week. During the second
service we had the privilege of seeing 2 young men pray and trust
in Jesus Christ alone as their only hope for Heaven. On that Friday
and Saturday of the same week I got to go to Jackson State Prison
here in Michigan in cooperation with Prison Fellowships. Chaplain
Mike Smith
Chaplain
Anthony Pursser Georgia: I have been excepted in the GASDF Georgia
DOD as A Chaplain Assistant in 3rd Battalion / 1st Brigade. Tis past
week end we had an overnight FTX with a SAR drill. We had 17 Soldiers
in Chapel. We all got a little wet which was a blessing from God to
break the Georgia heat. Chaplain Anthony Pursser
Chaplain
David Fair from Brownwood Texas: A good report from the Dallas
oncologist. Low grade lymphoma as he expected, the bone marrow was
clear. PET SCAN and biopsy indicate low grade.The course of action
is to see the doctor again in three months then another scan in 6
months. Doc said that the standard course at this point is to monitor
everything and no treatment unless something changes.He said I could
do whatever I felt like doing. He was very positive and we are pleased
with the prognosis.God answers prayer! Thank you for your thoughts
and prayers. I report tomorrow to Camp Mabry in Austin for state active
duty for Alex. Best regards, Chaplain David J.Fair
Chaplain
Rachael L. Gutierrez is from Texas reporting in from Prishtina, Kosovo:
Dear Chaplain Gibson, I learned the meaning of what it is to truly
be a chaplain. When I first became a chaplain back in 2006 I did not
realize the full impact of the name "chaplain." When you
explained to me that a true chaplain embraces all people regardless
of race or religion. I agreed with this whole-heartedly at the time
but still was not aware of what this truly entailed. Yesterday here
in Prishtina, Kosovo I passed a demonstration and asked Pastor Rrahman
Mavriqi from the Church of the Good News what was the demonstration
about. Pastor Mavriqi begin to explain that this was a Muslim demonstration
against the Ministry of Religion here in Prishtina because they refuse
to allow the Muslims to dress in their attire during school. I told
Pastor Mavriqi that I did not think this was right for the government
to be able to demand any religion of people to dress a certain way
because it is God who gives us our right to serve Him and not mankind.
The next thing I know the pastor is asking me would I like to voice
my opinion. Of course, me being who I am - with a big mouth and all,
said: "Sure, why not!" At the time I did not realize what
was in store for me. We walked toward the crowd and the pastor spoke
to several people and the next thing I know I am standing before ten
thousand Muslims with a mic in my hand and fifty television cameras!
I thought I would just be saying a few words in front of a few hundred
people. Thank God the Holy Spirit was with me! I spoke about people's
right to serve God as their hearts lead them to do so. I also spoke
about the government not having the right to take away anyone's religious
freedom, be it Christian, Muslim, Jew, or anyone else. I also told
these people that a true Christian loves and embraces all people,
not just other Christians. As I stood there talking in front of everyone
I realized the impact of the statements I was making and the truth
behind the words. This broadcast went out to every country and was
picked up by many newspaper articles. I have dealt with many Muslims
during my stay here in Kosovo and the message I have given to everyone
of them is that Jesus is the love of God and we need to unite as people.
I have seen many miracles since I have arrived here and I thank God
for the opportunity to serve Him in the capacity of a chaplain. Thank
you Chaplain Gibson for the opportunity to serve God and to be able
to reach all races and religions of people by being a true chaplain
of God. God is good all the time! May God bless you in all endeavors
concerning Him and His ministry. Sincerely Yours in Christ, Chaplain
Rachael L. Gutierrez Prishtina, Kosovo. Please Keep Chaplain Gutierrez
in your prayer, Chaplain Gibson & Chaplain Francis
Chaplain
David Fair from Brownwood Texas: I wanted to include you in the
list of people we wanted to preview our new organizational website.
We are really excited about it. As you navigate the site there will
be " books" you can flip through as well as videos to watch.
Chaplain Dave Fair is a Master Chaplain and has been a senior member
of Chaplain Fellowship Ministries for over nine years. We would like
to congratulate him on his retirement from the Brownwood City Council.
If you have time check out their new web site called Ready USA, Click
here! Congratulation Chaplain Fair! Chaplain Donald
Gibson, Chaplain Bruce Francis
Chaplain
David McNeely from Missouri:
I have been a chaplain with CFMI only a short time and work with Master
Chaplain Terry Wildman in Cape Girardeau MO. God is working a miracle
here as The Shelter of Hope homeless outreach ministry serves people
daily with food, clothing and basic essentials. We see God! Chaplain
David McNeely
Chaplain
Frank Matek from Oklahoma: I
have recently received credentials as Master Chaplain. I have completed
the Domestic Violence Facilitator and the Anger Management Facilitator
courses. I have also completed my Associate of Arts degree in Chaplain
Studies. I have been doing volunteer chaplain work with the local
nursing homes as well as neighborhood chaplaincy volunteer work assisting
my neighbors in a ministry of presence. I have been in contact with
the Oklahoma Emergency Management Service and am available if needed.
God bless and take care. Chaplain Frank Matek
Congratulations
to Chaplain
Frank Matek C.A.M.F:
Chaplain Matek has completed the Anger Management Skills Training
Facilitator Certification Course "C.A.M.F". Chaplain Matek
is from Oklahoma and a long time member and Master Chaplain with Chaplain
Fellowship Ministries. Congratulations Chaplain Matek! Chaplain
Donald Gibson, Chaplain Bruce Francis,
Congratulations
to Chaplain
Skip Straus from Emergency Ministries Texas:
Emergency
Ministries will now be providing Chaplaincy services to one the largest,
privately-held EMS system in the US. The company has almost 3000 paramedics
in three states. They run ambulances, helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft.
They also have offshore medics, monitoring systems, a National EMS
Academy and safety services. They are a forward-thinking company as
evidenced by who I will be working with, a woman who has been providing
Critical Incident Intervention and employee support with the company
for over 12 years. That’s unheard of in our industry. This call
also allowed me to take my “step out of the boat” and resign
my full time position (working 24 hour shifts) to go full time with
the ministry. It will be a major adjustment in Cindy and I’s
life, as this move is a large pay cut and I will continue to have
to pull some part time shifts and keep doing some consulting work.
But, we believe this is something GOD has designed and, as Henry Blackaby
says, we want to “join HIM where HE is working.” I am nervous
and excited all at the same time. We ask for continued prayer for
more contributors to come alongside us and also, that we grow this
in GOD’s way and that we do not take our eyes off of JESUS. In
the future Skip will be looking for chaplains in different areas who
would like to work in the emergency services ministry. Anyone interested
MUST have EMS experience. Chaplain Straus is a long time member and
Master Chaplain with Chaplain Fellowship Ministries. Congratulations
Chaplain Straus! Chaplain Gibson, Chaplain Francis
Please
Note:
Deputy Chief Chaplain Morris Courtright passed away in the hospital
in Arizona on May 26th 2010: Deputy Chief Morris Courtright became
a member of Chaplain Fellowship in 2004, he was a very loyal and dedicated
member of Chaplain Fellowship.Please
 for
further information
Congratulations
to Chaplain
Henry Curtis C.A.M.F: Chaplain
Curtis has completed the Anger Management Skills Training Facilitator
Certification Course "C.A.M.F". Chaplain Curtis is the Deputy
Chief Chaplain of the New Division of Chaplain Fellowship Ministries.
Congratulations Chaplain Curtis! Chaplain Gibson, Chaplain Francis,
Chaplain
Jo Ann Lea checked in: What a journey the Lord has prepared for
my ministry as a Chaplain. When I began both school and practium I
just knew the Lord had planned for me to minister in the prison system
or on the street in some way. Since this has been where most of my
adult work experience was. As I began to apply I found friends ready
and waiting to help my entry as a Chaplain into these areas. However
each door was closed through a series of seemly random events. Only
not really so random -as I walked into a local hosp. and was introduced
to the Pastoral Care Dept. I was home!! I was greeted by the Priest
and rather quickly given a few words of wisdom and support, without
a doubt I knew that moment I was where God had sent me. Within a week
or so I found my self working with an awesome, God loving staff, so
willing to serve the Lord. So willing to give comfort as God would
have us do in his name, with his grace. Through the staff and other
Chaplains I grow into this field daily. Not me but the Lord choose
this path and I see great blessing and hope, faith each day I walk
the floor. I am currently involved in a citywide prayer group with
my church as well as visit those who are ill at home (or shut ins).
I look forward to beginning my training through CFM courses. I thank
God for CFM and the opportunity to find these gifts laid before me.
God Bless and hope to meet many in Sept. conference JLEA
Chaplain
Kenneth McCarthy checked in: Hello
my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As a faculty member within
my school district I experience many different issues; these issues
range from drugs, to violence to sexual promiscuity among our teens
in addition to many dysfunctional homes that these children are raised
in. I believe the area that I reside that God is moving by His spirit
and as a chaplain my duty is to pray and seek God\'s face on these
families behalf. I believe where I am in life is God\'s doing. I believe
God to shake up this small town. And it begins with myself and so
many others here that are in tune to the voice of God. I know within
the public school district that we are to not talk about Christ and
it is sad that you have to feel out one another before mentioning
His name, but God is moving without a doubt and I will do my part
which is to live by faith, pray love without hypocrisy and to share
the gospel as I am able.
Chaplain
Brenda Almquist checked in: Chaplain
Michael Paar and myself will again be holding 2 services today at
Columbia Correctional Institute today, a maximum security prison
in Portage, WI. Report Field 2: I visit patients at St. Joseph's
Hospital in Marshfield, WI weekly. Last
Updated on July 19, 2010 6:44 AM
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