Chaplains are "insiders" who belong to a particular institution in which they serve. This insider service involves many dynamics that are not necessarily in common with congregational ministry, evangelistic ministry, or ministries of meeting human needs. What are some of these dynamics, in your view, and how should a chaplain manage and leverage those dynamics for productive ministry? List and address any temptations that you note, as well as positive opportunities. You may wish to address your presentation to one of the functional areas of chaplain ministry, rather than to chaplaincy in general.
You should prepare a PowerPoint presentation that can be presented in no more than 10 minutes. It may have narration, music, film clips, etc., but text and pictures are sufficient. Every slide should be illustrated in some way. Encourage discussion by preparing provocative content (!) or discussion questions. You will lead a discussion time after your presentation. Your total time of presentation and discussion must be no more than 15 minutes.
