About IPPSCC
More than a title. A calling to serve.
The International Police & Public Safety Chaplain Corps, USA is an internationally minded professional chaplaincy organization dedicated to serving those who serve in law enforcement, public safety and first-response environments.
01Our Conviction
Those who protect, respond and serve deserve compassionate support too.
IPPSCC seeks to develop chaplains who understand that effective service requires more than good intentions. We are building a culture in which chaplaincy is expressed through presence, listening, spiritual care, crisis support and service.
Effective service requires
- Character01
- Preparation02
- Compassion03
- Professionalism04
- Integrity05
- Confidentiality06
- Responsibility07
Our Mission
To serve those who serve.
“To serve those who serve by providing professional chaplaincy, spiritual care, crisis response and compassionate support to law enforcement, public safety personnel and first responders wherever duty calls.”
To listen without unnecessary judgment.
To support without overstepping professional boundaries.
To bring compassion without compromising integrity.
To provide spiritual care while respecting individual beliefs, cultures and circumstances.
02Our Vision
A higher standard of professional chaplaincy.
“To be a trusted international leader and recognized standard of excellence in professional chaplaincy — strengthening those who protect, serve and respond through compassionate presence, spiritual care and principled support.”
Our vision reaches beyond geographical boundaries. We envision a professional chaplaincy community capable of serving across cultures, institutions and public-safety environments — while maintaining high standards of ethics, professionalism, confidentiality and compassionate care.
Our Motto
Shielded by Faith,
Sent to Serve.
Faith gives the foundation.
Service gives the mission.
Compassion gives the human touch.
Integrity gives the credibility.
The calling gives the courage to show up.
03Our Tagline
Light in the line of duty.
When circumstances become difficult, a chaplain can become a calm and compassionate presence. Not necessarily with all the answers — sometimes simply by being there.
Listening.
Supporting.
Encouraging.
Serving.
04Core Values
What guides our service.
Seven convictions drawn directly from the organization's stated core values.
01
Faith
A foundation for spiritual purpose, hope and service.
02
Compassion
Seeing the person behind the uniform and responding with humanity.
03
Integrity
Doing what is right, even when nobody is watching.
04
Service
Putting the needs of those we serve at the heart of our calling.
05
Professionalism
Approaching chaplaincy with preparation, discipline, competence and responsibility.
06
Confidentiality
Respecting the privacy and dignity of those who seek chaplaincy support.
07
Excellence
Continuously pursuing improvement in knowledge, character, service and practice.
The Call to Serve
Membership is more than a card. It is a commitment to service.
Join a professional chaplaincy community devoted to standing beside those who protect, serve and respond — wherever duty calls.
Shielded by Faith · Sent to Serve