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Chaplain's Corner
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. |
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Mission and Guiding Principles |
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Provide for the spiritual, moral and ethical
support of department employees and their
families. |
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Provide counsel and guidance to persons in
crisis in the Albuquerque community. |
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Provide a great work environment by working
effectively with each other. |
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Apply the highest standards of excellence to
providing support to those requesting
assistance. |
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Maintain a presence that fosters the highest
ethical conduct among employees. |
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Foster public confidence and support by
attending civic events and being available
during periods of heightened public interest. |
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Contribute positively to our Department and
our community. |
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Recognize that the spirit of service is
essential to fulfilling our mission.
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Volunteer |
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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