Why do we have a Club Chaplain?

I'll try and answer that Tinwheeler.  Hope I don't breach the guidelines.  An Anglican parish priest (strictly speaking, the vicar) has the care of all souls within his/her parish irrespective of specific religious or even non-religious beliefs.  I would expect an Anglican priest who takes on such a voluntary position to exercise similar care towards the organisation to which he or she has volunteered.

In other words, I would expect her role to be non-denominational.  This would be my personal understanding.

David

Thanks, David.

I think that this thread shows why religion should not be discussed on CT ,as it is such an emotive subject and we all have our own believes that are personal to us

A lot of other companys have chaplins ,so should we stop using them???

We have to do what each of us feel is the right choice for that situation.............

I think that this thread shows why religion should not be discussed on CT ,as it is such an emotive subject and we all have our own believes that are personal to us

A lot of other companys have chaplins ,so should we stop using them???

We have to do what each of us feel is the right choice for that situation.............

My last word on this thread

I did not start this thread to discuss religion.  I was seeking clarification about the organisation and governance of a club that I have paid subs to for quite a few years.

I have no issue with the role of chaplain within the club if that is what is required by members.  However many seemed to be unaware of the existence of said chaplain until yesterday...

I never suggested that there shouldn't be a chaplain and I agree that it is up to others to make their own choices.  I have made mine which is personal and the right choice for me. 

I would have to agree with David and say that the Chaplain's role is non-denominational

Rochelle

HD, I think you'll find the exact opposite has happened on this thread. 96 posts, no abuse, no Religion kicking & no Religious fervour. I'd say it was a thread that proves respect for belief & none belief is alive & well on CT. intelligent people know it takes all sorts to make a world, & they respect all of them.

I would have to agree with David and say that the Chaplain's role is non-denominational

Rochelle

Thanks, Rochelle.

Although not really the point of this thread, I think it would be good if the Rev Charlton were to tell us about her CC related activities to let the membership know what she does, and to let us know of her existence as most were unaware. I appreciate the forum may not be the best place for that but perhaps in Stories or a magazine article.

Can I add my thanks for the explanation, that was all I was interested in Not my thread and no intention was ever made to discuss religion, just an answer to a question from a concerned / interested member.

OK, the club has a chaplin ,IMO i cant see how this will change my use of the club and it's services.....................

Good for you HD, some it may and some it may not. The question was asked as to the role and was answered.

On a personal note it won't affect me neither.