SUMMARY

RP DUTY STATIONS RPs serve in a number of challenging environments. They are stationed at shore com- mands throughout the world in such places as Japan, the Philippines, Guam, Hawaii, Alaska, Great Britain, Spain, Italy, and many others. Stations in the continental United States include, but are not limited to, Norfolk, VA; Charleston, SC; Jacksonville, Orlando, and Key West, FL; Great Lakes, IL; Memphis, TN; Biloxi and Gulfport, MS; Corpus Christi, TX; San Diego and San Francisco, CA; and, Bremerton, WA. By far, one of the most rewarding and challeng- ing tours for the RP is serving a tour of duty aboard ship. The RP may be assigned to aircraft carriers, cruisers, submarine tenders; supply ships; ammunition ships; repair ships; and many other types. Also, the RP may deploy with Mobile Construction Battalions (SEABEES) throughout the world. Finally, the RP may serve with Marine Corps units both in the continental United States and at overseas locations. COMMAND RELIGIOUS PROGRAM JARGON Jargon is generally defined as language that is peculiar to a particular trade or profession. Chaplains and RPs should be cautious when using language that may not be understood by individuals not closely associated with the chaplain and CRP. For example, the term “Command Religious Program” should be used whenever appropriate to emphasize the “Com- mand” nature of the religious program. Also, the term “Chaplain’s Office” should be avoided when referring to an entire chapel complex; the correct term is “Office of the Chaplain.” “Command Chaplain” should be used in- stead of “Senior Chaplain” when referring to the chaplain who has been designated by the commanding officer to direct the operation of the office of the chaplain. “Command Chaplain” is a functional title while “Senior Chaplain” refers to a chaplain’s rank in relation to other chaplains. SUMMARY This introductory chapter contained infor- mation on the historical aspects of the Chaplain Corps and the Religious Program Specialist rating. Also, the general duties of the RP were described in terms of occupational standards. The remainder of this module consists of four chapters. These chapters will be devoted to describing supply functions, operating targets, and accounting for nonappropriated chapel funds. As stated earlier, Module I (Personnel Support) and Module III (Administration) are currently under development for third and second class petty officers and will cover the occupational standards which were not ad- dressed in this module. 1-17