IA Command Chaplain Support

Chaplains work closely with Command IA Coordinators (CIACs) to provide counsel, prayer, and religious support for IA Sailors and their families throughout the IA continuum.

Chaplains work closely with CIACs, informing them of available resources for IA Sailors and their families. Chaplains also serve as key coordinators of IA pre-deployment, Return, Reunion & Reintegration (R3) programs, spiritual resiliency, and training opportunities.

For commands without a Chaplain, CIAC support is offered by two mobilized reserve Chaplains. They offer support to CIACs who may not have access to a unit Chaplain and ensure effective strategic communication of services. Support includes:

• Serve as advisors and partners to CIACs
• Facilitate contact with IAs
• Maintain the religious ministry web presence
• Offer tools and support to Religious Ministry Teams delivering support to IAs & Families

To Access a Chaplain for IA Sailor Support

1. Contact your Command Chaplain.
2. For urgent matters, access the Duty Chaplain through your nearest Navy installation Quarterdeck.
3. For routine matters, contact a US Fleet Forces Command Staff Chaplain for IA Sailors and Families:
   • Norfolk, VA: (757) 836-7815
   • Port Hueneme, CA: (805) 310-3326
   • Both: IA.Care.fct@navy.mil

Chaplains provide confidential, emotional and religious support throughout the deployment cycle. We stand ready to help you succeed in providing the best support possible for our Navy IAs. Thank you again for your service!

After-hour & weekend Chaplain support is available by contacting one of the following Command Quarterdecks: