CHAPLAIN

Responsibilities

As a leader in the chapter, the Chaplain provides opportunities for FarmHouse brothers to grow spiritually. He sets the example of living the Gospel publicly and daily; serving as an example to which every FarmHouse man should imitate. The Chaplain's role is also closely tied to supporting our Ritual and assisting members.

Selects a scripture reader for each chapter meeting.

Responsible for the invocation at all special events, such as the Founders' Day Dinner.

Aids members in reflecting upon religion and an individual's place in society. In particular,
     he assists members in appreciating and understanding their own Christian faith.

Motivates members to share their faith publicly with others and act on it.

Publicize campus and community religious events to brothers.

Organizes chapter visits to chapter members or others close to the chapter while in the
     hospital.

Ensures that cards and other signs of support from the chapter are sent to
     members/parents who are sick or who have had a death in the family.

Coordinates the remembrance of deceased chapter members and other notable
     FarmHouse friends on an annual basis.

Work closely with the Community Service/Philanthropy chairman so brothers also have a
     physical outlet for tangible results as they explore their spiritual development.

Represent the chapter at any campus and community religious meetings that may affect
     the chapter.

Plan spiritual retreats and ensure that there is a spiritual component to the Brother's
     retreat

Be available to assist brothers to find spiritual counseling.

Chapter

Fostering individual spiritual growth is a major component of what FarmHouse aims to accomplish throughout its chapters. Nearly all chapters conduct a bible study and attend church together as a group at least once a year. Our Ritual is tied entirely to Christian Bible verses and FarmHouse is an organization heavily composed of Christian men. While there are certainly brothers of different faiths within FarmHouse, these brothers have been initiated into our organization with the same Ritual that every FarmHouse man has participated in before him. While the debate will continue on whether FarmHouse is a Christian organization or an organization with Christians in it, there is no doubt that FarmHouse members within each chapter can benefit from discussing the role that faith and spirituality can play in his life and in society.