Police Chaplains
Police chaplains are trained clergy or lay pastors of a recognized
religious denomination who serve as confidential counselors, advisors,
and consultants to police department employees and the public in
matters relating to the clergy or the traditional functions of the
clergy. The Clearwater Police Chaplain Program is affiliated with
the International Conference
of Police Chaplains.
The Chaplain Program is located at:
Police Headquarters
645 Pierce Street
Clearwater, FL 33576
(727) 562-4343
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Senior Chaplain
Dr. Kenneth C. Link
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Chaplain
Robert B. Swick
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The Clearwater Police Department
is privileged to have highly qualified and experienced civilian
Chaplains who serve in a variety of support roles both within the
agency and throughout the community. Police Chaplains are volunteers
who donate their time to the Clearwater community and the police
officers who serve it.
Clearwater Police Chaplains are available 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week to:
- Counsel law enforcement personnel and their families;
- Visit sick or injured officers and departmental personnel
in homes and hospitals;
- Assist with death notifications;
- Provide assistance to crime victims and their families;
- Provide training to law enforcement personnel in areas such
as stress management, ethics, family life, and pre-retirement;
- Respond to major incidents and crises when their services
may be required;
- Assist with suicide incidents and other personal tragedies
in the community;
- Serve as the police department's liaison with other clergy
in the community;
- Provide for the spiritual needs of prisoners as necessary;
- Provide guidance on issues related to religions;
- Offer prayers at special occasions such as recruit graduations,
awards ceremonies, and dedications;
- Serve on review boards, award boards, and other committees
as invited.
For additional information regarding the Clearwater Police Chaplain
program contact Senior
Chaplain Kenneth Link. |
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