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 Chaplain Commander Briane L. Dennison
(505)768-2131 
bdennison@cabq.gov		  

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  About the Albuquerque Police Volunteer Chaplain Unit

Law Enforcement Chaplains offer comfort, prayer, guidance, wisdom and expertise to members of the Albuquerque Police Department, their families, and the community at large

The Albuquerque Police Volunteer Chaplain Unit grew from a proposal by a local minister, the Reverend Virgil Bonto, who approached then Chief of Police Paul A. Shaver. On March 10, 1969, Chief Shaver appointed the Reverend John A. "Jack" Price as the first Chaplain Commander to oversee 35 ministers and a motor vehicle donated by a local automobile agency. In 1998, the Albuquerque Law Enforcement Building was named after Commander Price.

Today, Department Chaplains continue to serve as "ambassadors" dedicated to providing a ministry of presence, support and counsel to members of the Albuquerque Police Department and our community.
 
 Mission and Guiding Principles
 
bullet Provide for the spiritual, moral and ethical support of department employees and their families.
bullet Provide counsel and guidance to persons in crisis in the Albuquerque community.
bullet Provide a great work environment by working effectively with each other.
bullet Apply the highest standards of excellence to providing support to those requesting assistance.
bullet Maintain a presence that fosters the highest ethical conduct among employees.
bullet Foster public confidence and support by attending civic events and being available during periods of heightened public interest.
bullet Contribute positively to our Department and our community.
bullet Recognize that the spirit of service is essential to fulfilling our mission.
 
Official APD Chaplain vehicle
 
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If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Police Chaplain, please contact Chaplain Commander Briane L. Dennison at (505) 768-2131 or bdennison@cabq.gov
 
 

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