Missouri (BB 63) - Naval Cruise Book

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CDR Victor Smith, Protestant Chaph CDR Arden Walz. Protestant Chaph LCDR Thomas Dansak. Catholic Chaph

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Chaplain ' s Department The Chaplain ' s Department provides the crew with spiritual guidance. The Chaplains conduct religious services, ever- mindful of the diverse religious beliefs of the men. On occasion, the Chaplains pro- vide services such as weddings, baptisms, memorial services, and services celebrat- ing certain religious or civic holidays. The Chaplain Department also provides for the social welfare of the crew. The department acts as a shipboard office of the Long Beach Navy Relief Society which provides financial assistance to crewmembers in need. In addition to Navy relief, this office acts as the local chapter of the American Red Cross by receiving and sending messages which keep the crew informed about the health and walfare of their loved ones back home. In addition to the above duties, the de- partment also maintains the ship ' s library. The library has served as a welcome res- pite from the hectic and often demanding routine at sea. Another concern of the Chaplain ' s min- istry is counseling. Much of this counsel- ing is concerned with personal and reli- gious matters. Seminars on spiritual and personal growth are also offered to the crew.

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RPC Bruce Brockbrader RPJ Duncan Ljmben (Urt) RPC Brockbradcr gets an autograph from entertainer V-ayne Newton. (Below Left) Chaplain Smith reviews sup- ply list lor Project Handclasp in Subic Bay. (Below) SN Spauldmg works at his desk in the ship ' s library