RANKS & UNIFORMS
At Global Chaplains Alliance (G.C.A) we are all COMMISSIONED CHAPLAINS.
We provide Spiritual Care to those we serve, without judgment or prejudice.
G.C.A. Chaplains Serve The Alliance As DIRECTORS or OFFICERS
DIRECTORS
GCA Directors serve in various levels of leadership ranging from Assistant Directors, Deputy Directors, Directors, Group Directors, Assistant Director Generals to Deputy Director Generals.
They are ranked as MAJORS, LIEUTENANT COLONELS, COLONELS, BRIGADIER GENERALS, MAJOR GENERALS and LIEUTENANT GENERALS.
GCA has one GENERAL who serves as the World Leader of Global Chaplains Alliance.
OFFICERS
GCA Officers serve as Field Officers, Sheriff Officers and Specialists for the Alliance.
They are ranked as CONSTABLES, LANCE CORPORALS, CORPORALS, SERGEANTS, STAFF SERGEANTS, WARRANT OFFICERS, 2ND LIEUTENANTS, LIEUTENANTS and CAPTAINS.
CHAPLAINS RANK CRITERIA
A Chaplain's Rank at Global Chaplains Alliance is determined by all of the following;
Performance in Chaplain Certificate Course: Chaplain ranks at Global Chaplains Alliance are influenced by an individual's performance in the chaplain certificate course. Successful completion and high achievement in the program contribute to a chaplain's standing within the organization.
Time in Ministry: The amount of time a chaplain has dedicated to ministry is a significant factor in determining their rank. Longevity and consistent service demonstrate commitment and expertise, contributing to the overall assessment of a chaplain's rank.
Life Experience in Providing Spiritual Care: Global Chaplains Alliance takes into account the life experiences of chaplains, particularly in providing spiritual care. Practical experiences and a diverse range of situations contribute to the holistic evaluation of a chaplain's ability to offer meaningful support.
The Global Chaplains Alliance Ranking System
- GCA Director General GENERAL (GEN)
- GCA Deputy Director General LIEUTENANT GENERAL (LTG)
- GCA Assistant Director General MAJOR GENERAL (MG)
- GCA Group Director BRIGADIER GENERAL (BG)
- GCA Director COLONEL (COL)
- GCA Deputy Director LIEUTENANT COLONEL (LTC)
- GCA Assistant Director MAJOR (MAJ)
- GCA Officer 3 CAPTAIN (CPT)
- GCA Officer 2 LIEUTENANT (LT)
- GCA Officer 1 2ND LIEUTENANT (2LT)
- GCA Chaplain Officer WARRANT OFFICER (WO)
- GCA Deputy Chaplain Officer STAFF SERGEANT (SSG)
- GCA Assistant Chaplain Officer SERGEANT (SGT)
- GCA Field Officer 3 CORPORAL (CPL)
- GCA Field Officer 2 LANCE CORPORAL (LCpl)
- GCA Field Officer 1 CONSTABLE (CON)
RANK INSIGNIAS.pdfG.C.A. COMMISSIONED CHAPLAINS INFORMATION
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G.C.A. CHAPLAINS RANKS DESCRIPTION
GCA RANKING SYSTEM MANUAL -1 (5).pdfG.C.A. CHAPLAINS UNIFORMS MANUAL
GCA UNIFORMS (Updated 8-30-22) (4).pdfG.C.A. COMMISSIONED CHAPLAINS INFORMATION