Ten Commandments for LE Chaplain

1. You will love the Lord your God with all your being, realizing that the depth and quality of that love is constantly scrutinized.

2. You will love your Law Enforcement Department and all its personnel, even as you love yourself.

3. You will perform the Chaplain's duties at all times in a professional and godly manner.

4. You will be faithful to all your appointments, schedules, commitments, and engagements, punctually fulfilling all of them.

5. You will show partiality to no one, whether they be the Chief of Police or the newest rookie, but you will love and serve all alike.

6. You will never use your privileged place as a position from which to proselytize or to "grind your own private ax".

7. You will guard thy tongue at all times, so as never to divulge or violate a confidence.

8. When you ride with a Law Enforcement Officer, remember that you are a guest; therefore, be courteous and warm.

9. You will never grumble or complain because of what is expected of you, but always remember that you operate in the role of a servant.

10. You will maintain a humble spirit at all times, remembering that you do not possess all wisdom and knowledge concerning God.