Hospital Chaplains Ministry
The Healthcare Chaplains Ministry Association (HCMA) is a professional organization that has been providing spiritual care to people of all faiths in healthcare institutions worldwide since 1939. HCMA chaplains are Christian chaplains who are professionally trained to offer pastoral spiritual care to patients, residents, their families, and the medical staff. They serve as an integral part of the healthcare team, providing emotional, religious, and ethical support. HCMA chaplains fulfill various roles, including being an in-house pastor for staff, a liaison for local clergy, a contact for the community, and a support system for patients, residents, and their families. They are also involved in chaplaincy training and certification, ensuring excellence in clinical pastoral education and the professional certification of healthcare chaplains. HCMA is recognized by the Joint Commission and is a member of the Network on Ministry in Specialized Settings (COMISS Network).Generated from the website
