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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY18th COMBAT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT BATTALION

UNIT 28130APO AE 09114

AETS-SBD-CH 24 January 2016

MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

SUBJECT: 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Unit Ministry Team Tactical Standing Operations Procedures (UMT TACSOP)

1. References.a. AR 165-1, Chaplain Activities in the US Army.b. FM 1-05, Religious Support Doctrine.c. JP 1-05, Religious support for Joint Operationsd. RB 1-05, Unit Ministry team (UMT) Handbooke. TC 16-2, Religious Support to Casualties, Memorial and Funeral Services

2. Purpose. To establish standard procedures and define responsibilities for conducting full spectrum religious support (RS) by assigned 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (CSSB), Unit Ministry Team’s (UMT) during the phases of pre-deployment, deployment, base and combat operations: pre-combat, combat and post combat, redeployment, and counterinsurgency operations (COIN).

3. Summary. The focus of full spectrum religious support is to spiritually assist soldiers and their families in preparation for deployment, deployment, combat, casualty care, and to honor and remember the dead while spiritually assisting soldiers in their transition from combat to peace.

4. Scope. This SOP applies to all UMT’s or Religious Support Teams (RST) assigned or attached to 18th CSSB.

5. Definitions.a. Unit Ministry Team (UMT)/Religious Support Team (RST). The commander’s unit

ministry/religious support team comprised of a chaplain and a chaplain assistant. They work together to provide comprehensive religious support during all phases of training, sustainment, and combat operations. UMT is designated RST upon deployment into a joint theater.

b. Direct Support. The religious, spiritual, ethical, and moral support the UMT provides to its unit and all personnel assigned or attached.

c. Area Support. The religious, spiritual, ethical, and moral support the UMT provides for all units other than the one to which the UMT is assigned or attached.

d. Religious Support Annex (RSA). The commander’s plan to provide for free exercise of religion designed, implemented, and executed by the UMT/RST.

REPLY TO ATTENTION OF:

AETS-SBD-CHSUBJECT: 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Unit Ministry Team Tactical

Standing Operations Procedures (UMT TACSOP)

e. Provide. To give support to a soldier or unit, or to secure from another source, religious support which the Chaplain, by virtue of faith practice or conscience, cannot personally provide.

6. Responsibilities.

a. Battalion Chaplain

(1) The battalion chaplain is responsible to the commander for carrying out the commander’s religious program, to include worship services, rites, sacraments and counseling. Advise the Commander and Staff on indigenous religions, religious and historical locations, humanitarian services, violations of the law of land warfare, and RS for EPW’s.

(2) Attend Battle Update Briefs (BUB’s), OPORD planning sessions, rehearsals and AAR’s. Prepare and submit RS annex to OPORD/OPLAN for current operations by monitoring current and future operations for RS implications.

(3) Establish communication and maintain liaison with higher, adjacent, and other chaplains upon arrival in AO. Submit chaplain reports accurately and on time for proper battle tracking of the UMT and the religious support provided by the UMT.

(4) In coordination with the BDE CH (or next higher) establish communication with joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational (JIIM) organizations, non governmental organizations (NGO) and private voluntary (PVO) organizations. On order, establish liaison with local clergy during Religious Leader Engagement Operations (RLEO) in support of the commander’s mission and in coordination with the S2/3.

(5) Determine the religious needs of the unit. Conduct and coordinate Direct and Area RS with the BDE CH for entire battalion AO.

(6) Facilitate debriefing and defusing sessions for unit soldiers after critical events. UMT’s will use debriefing and defusing techniques in ministering to casualties and to those who were witnesses to critical events. These events may include combat action, civilian casualties (especially involving children), long-term exposure to highly stressful environment, etc.

(7) Identify denominational leaders in the units, incorporate them into the RSP and supervise their RS.

(8) Assist with all Red Cross messages and other emergencies.

(9) The chaplain supervises the chaplain assistant during all phases of deployment.



(10) Keep the Battalion XO, S1, and Brigade UMT informed of UMT location at all times.

b. Battalion Chaplain Assistant (CA).

(1) Provides all necessary administrative and logistical support available to accomplish the RS mission.

(2) Provide armed security for the chaplain and himself on site, during services and movement. The CA will participate in the defense as required during emergencies. The CA will not normally be placed on duty rosters and other details.

(3) Plan, coordinate, and supervise the set up and movement of UMT work sites and life support requirements. Manage and maintain the communication equipment, tactical vehicle, personal weapon, religious supplies, and vehicle load plan. Maintain a 120 day supply of ecclesiastical literature and supplies.

(4) Maintain a UMT operation desk within the battalion TOC or ALOC.

(5) Compile UMT reports and forward required reports to Brigade UMT per the TACSOP.

(6) The CA will assist the chaplain with battle tracking in order to prepare for worship services and the coordinating of UMT activities.

(7) Monitor the morale of soldiers and assist in identifying combat stress (battle fatigue) casualties.

(8) Schedule, advertise, and set up worship services.

(9) Provide the Brigade UMT with a Religious Preference Profile (RPP) of their assigned units every three months. The purpose of this information is to keep the brigade UMT informed of the various religious requirements in the brigade and verify the need for multi-faith rations.

7. Equipment. (Per Unit MTOE).a. Complete issue of TA-50, NBC protective equipment, and personal clothing.b. Serviceable M-4/16 rifle for the Chaplain assistant.c. Fully operational truck utility: cargo/troop carrier 1-1/4 ton 4x4 W/E

(HMMWV) with complete BII.d. Digital Non-Secure voice terminal (DNVT): TA-954/TTe. Two Serviceable water cans.f. Tactical chests (containing ecclesiastical supplies, bibles, worship aids, and

devotional material)g. Camouflage net systems.



h. Chaplain’s kit (personal item)i. A 120 day supply of ecclesiastical materials.j. Other items per individual unit MTOE.

8. Religious Support Procedures.

a. There are six general phases of RS during deployment and tactical operations: (1) Pre-deployment(2) Deployment and pre-combat religious support (3) Combat/FOB/LOO religious support(4) Post-combat religious support (5) End of hostilities/redeployment. (6) Counter Insurgency Operations (COIN) religious support

b. Priority for religious support includes:(1) Pre-combat: Nurture the living(2) Combat: Care for casualties(3) Post combat: Honor the dead, pastoral care to survivors(4) First priority in all phases is religious support to US personnel.

c. PHASE 1: Pre-Deployment Religious Support Phase.(1) Equipment is serviceable and packed according to unit packing list with load

plans prepared.(2) Ecclesiastical supplies on hand to support operation; missing items ordered

through unit S4 and/or brigade chaplain’s office.(3) Assess potential unit missions and research Religious Area Analysis (RAA).(4) UMT properly Prepared for Overseas Movement (POM/SRP) and is

deployable.(5) Determine religious needs of BN by preparing a Religious Preference Profile (RPP). Submit one copy to BDE Chaplain every three months.(6) Conduct worship services.(7) Conduct counseling with soldiers and/or family members. Refer soldiers to other agencies if help is needed beyond capabilities of the chaplain.(8) Participate in family support group activities to include pre-deployment briefings and family preparation.(9) Participate in unit training and preparation for deployment.(10) Participate in staff MDMP.

d. PHASE 2: Deployment and Pre-Combat Religious Support Phase.(1) Family support and chapel responsibilities coordinated and turned over to installation chaplains through the Brigade Chaplain.(2) Situations requiring follow-up pastoral care coordinated through installation chaplain.(3) UMT reports to unit IAW the OPORD matrix or N-hour sequence.



(4) Attend all staff meetings in order to determine religious support requirements. Coordinate actions through XO/S1 to include UMT location. Attend meeting to receive commander’s guidance and intent.(5) Develop an RSA to support unit operations and coordinate with S4 to have it included as Appendix 5 (Religious Support), to Annex I (Service and Support) for the Unit Base Order.(6) Brief the commander and staff on religious practices and traditions in unit’s area of operations.(7) BN Chaplain’s brief Brigade Chaplain on RSP and needs for all their subordinate units.(8) Pass out religious materials to soldiers to take with them during SRP.(9) Move to Personnel Holding Area (PHA) or Point of Departure (POD) with unit if area used prior to deployment.(10) Publicize worship services/sites through chain of command, chaplain assistant and by posting them in unit areas.(11) Priority of ministry is to first deploying units. Provide religious support to command and staff elements as a minimum by ministry of presence. Coordinate with installation chaplain for specific denominational coverage to include Catholic, Orthodox, Jewish, and Muslim faiths if available.

e. PHASE 3: Combat/FOB/LOO Religious Support Phase.(1) General Guidance.

(a) Consider METT-TC to set priorities for Forward Operating Base (FOB); make plans and implement religious support. Priority of ministry is to combat patrols, casualties, caregivers, stay behind elements, and lines of operation (LOO) in unit AO.

(b) Nurture the living includes, prayer, worship services, administer rites or sacraments, visit, teach classes, encourage, and comfort soldiers.

(c) Care for casualties includes approaching the soldier, check the casualty tag (DD 1380) and/or identification tags to determine wounds and religious preference, talk to the soldier with words of comfort, encouragement, and hope, offer your abilities/presence as a representative of God. Casualties can include combat stress, stress, WIA, KIA, and survivors. UMT’s will be prepared to record dying soldier’s last words and provide those to chain of command.

(d) Honoring the dead and pastoral care of survivors includes memorial ceremonies, funerals, and Airfield Ramp Services. The standard ceremony is an average of 35 minutes. Chaplain will assist in the writing of letters of condolence, counseling and pastoral presence to the survivors.

(e) Conduct field services any day of the week keeping in mind “every day is Sunday/Sabbath” in combat. Opportunities for services will be limited and large gatherings of soldiers cannot be allowed to compromise unit security or position. The planned length of services



should be 30 minutes in the field. Denominational coverage is secondary to unit religious support but is coordinated by UMT through BDE CH to higher UMT.

(f) Brigade UMT will move with the commander or deputy commander and locate at the Brigade TOC. BN UMT’s will normally move with the combat trains convoys and operate with the Battalion Aid Station (BAS) if one is assigned. If large numbers of casualties are at Casualty Collection Points (CCP) or the BAS, the UMT will use METT-T to determine where to focus ministry. Assist medics per capabilities at BAS or CCP.

(g) UMT will keep S1/XO informed of location, schedule, and ministry plan.

(h) In the event of mass casualties, analyze the situation to determine if UMT will move to casualty site, CCP or BAS. Determine if assistance is required from BDE CH and inform him of location, number of casualties, and tactical situation at the site. On orders of the brigade chaplain all UMT’s will be prepared to support other UMT’s if they declare a MASCAL.

(i) Use secure MSR’s and travel in convoys per unit SOP. Keep aware of the tactical situation at all times, observe the challenge/password procedures, and provide for security, survivability, and communications at all location.

(j) UMT will employ SERE skills if cutoff from friendly forces.(k) All subordinate UMT’s will submit weekly chaplain reports NLT 2000

hours every Sunday to Brigade Chaplain. If there is a significant change or change of location, UMT will submit a report that day. All reports go to the BDE UMT at the TOC via TACLAN, VOIP, FM A/L net to BDE S1 or S4, FBCB2 Sustainment Cell, or by messenger in that order.

(l) If mission requires it, UMT will utilize split ministry concept and move with separate vehicles and/or units. Security will be provided for Chaplain by gaining unit. If UMT vehicle is a hindrance, it will be task organized to BAS or S1 until mission is completed.

(m) If a Chaplain Assistant (56M) becomes a casualty, unit will provide a combatant to the Chaplain for security. The Chaplain is a non-combatant and will not carry a weapon. If the UMT becomes a casualty, the BDE UMT will move forward and provide unit and area religious support.

(2) Offensive Operations. (a) BDE UMT will be located at the TOC or with the CDR/DCO. Base of

operations for the BN UMT is normally the BAS in the combat trains. BN UMT’s remain in CBT Trains/ALOC when UMT’s presence would compromise the unit’s mission.



(b) Access to soldiers is limited so priority of unit visitation before movement should be main effort companies/teams/patrols; logistical elements, reserves, and FOB support units.

(c) Unit linkups may be established at logistic release points (LRP), CCP’s, or with small numbers of soldiers during halts. Coordination affected through CO, XO’s, or 1SG’s. Be prepared to stay with unit visited if tactical situation dictates.

(d) Priority of religious support is to unit coverage as opposed to denominational coverage.

(e) UMT employ’s sleep plan and staggered shifts when necessary.

(3) Defensive Operations.(a) Current base of operations is normally on the FOB. In changing

situations, the base of operations is with the BAS with UMT moving to the farthest forward units and moving rearward from the forward line of troops (FLOT). In situations where the unit is split between FOB’s, the UMT coordinates movement between FOB’s with the chain of command. Priority is elements most likely to be first engaged with the enemy.

(b) Avoid large gatherings of soldiers and use cover and concealment when moving from one position to another. Preferably, have a unit guide direct movement of UMT to avoid obstacle belts and prevent compromise of positions.

(c) During the attack, priority is to casualty care at the BAS. Be prepared to move positions quickly with all equipment not required immediately, stored in the HMMWV.

(d) Chaplain assistant is only part of the unit perimeter when needed with priority to security of the chaplain.

(4) MOUT Operations.(a) Be prepared to establish liaison with civilian host nation religious

groups and leaders upon command direction, as well as the chaplains of allied nations and other military services per commands guidance; UMT priority mission to US personnel remains casualty care.

(b) UMT will not promise or commit unit assets without commander’s permission.

(c) Chaplain will be prepared to be part of any command negotiating team or liaison with humanitarian services or civil affairs units but will not be the sole staff member conducting these missions. Chaplain will be prepared to conduct Religious Leader Engagement Operations (RLEO) with commander’s permission and guidance. Chaplains involved in these missions will inform senior chaplain of actions taken after the mission is completed.



(d) Be prepared to minister to detainees, POW’s, and civilians upon command’s guidance. Be prepared to coordinate civic actions in support of CMOC elements.

f. PHASE 4: Post-Combat Religious Support Phase.(1) General Guidance.

(a) Determine area and denominational coverage with priority religious support to all survivors. Offer sacraments and rites to casualties, individuals, and groups. If casualty rate is high, notify BDE CH to supplement UMT.

(b) Visit troops and command by “ministry of presence” and be available to as many people as possible. Be available for individual or group counseling. Be prepared to conduct critical incident stress debriefings (CISD) to help small units after exceptionally traumatic events. Help soldiers adjust to current situation and to face the future.

(c) Be prepared to honor the dead with memorial services/ceremonies, and religious services.

(2) Withdrawal from Combat.(a) BDE UMT’s move with TOC or commander. BN UMT’s move with

CBT Trains(b) Provide pastoral care to casualties who may be left behind.

(c) Commander determines if UMT stays behind with casualties based on priorities and potential for continuing effective ministry.

(d) Chaplain maintains Geneva Conventions Identity Card, DD 1934, for identification as a detainee.

(3) Reconstitution.(a) Priority is given to caring for the wounded and honoring the dead.(b) UMT stays integrated with their assigned unit.(c) Attention is given to replacements as they start the unit integration

process to become part of the unit.

g. PHASE 5: End of Hostilities and Redeployment Phase.(1) Priorities shift to large worship services, intensive pastoral care, and formal

honors for the dead.(2) Administrative activities include after-action reports, statistical report, and

assisting with writing of letters of condolence.(3) Establish accountability of all property. Re-order supplies consumed,

damaged, or destroyed.(4) Be available for counseling families as they reunite(5) Re-establish home station religious support program.(6) Accountability of UMT is through S1 section.(7) Recovery plan per unit SOP.



h. PHASE 6: Counter Insurgency Operations (COIN). COIN occurs throughout all phases of military operations and is meant to prevent the deterioration of relations that could lead to hostilities. Peacekeeping (PKO) and Peace Enforcement (PEO) operations require tasks that the chaplain must tailor to the specific operation with guidance from the commander, the staff, civil affairs input, and the chaplain technical chain.

(1) Provide research and support as the religious and cultural subject matter point of contact for the command concerning the area of operations. Provide leaders with a Religious Issues Guide and provide staff and commanders with a complete Religious Country Brief.

(2) Be prepared to provide religious and spiritual items for a long duration deployment. Be sensitive to host nation’s laws and customs. Be prepared to work with and for a technical chaplain chain that is from another division, MACOM, or theatre of operation. Prepare to work chaplain logistical channels outside of our division.

(3) Provide moral and ethical advice as the commander and staff produces operations orders.

(4) Monitor the ethical climate of the unit as it works in an area of operation and enforces the rules of engagement (ROE).

(5) On order, assist in establishing trust with the indigenous population through contact with local religious and civic leaders. Strive to ensure that the local people do not obtain the perception that the chaplain is an intelligence gatherer as this can compromise his mission.

(6) Be prepared to adopt a “base camp or FOB” model of ministry versus the fluid nature of offensive/defensive operations which includes daily dismounted and mounted patrols, static guard posts, shift work, daily base routines, “24/7” hourly model of work, remote sites (COP’s, JSS’s , small FOB’s, signal and intelligence sites ), etc.

(7) Assist soldiers with cycles that change from dull routine to mission intensity and their effects on the soldiers i.e., worries, anxiety, frustrations, fears, lack of focus, loneliness, etc. Conduct Critical Incident Stress Debriefings as needed.

(8) On order, assist civil affairs elements with liaison with humanitarian relief agencies to include establishing contact, assessing needs, visitation plan, and distribution programs. This can also include the integration of soldiers in service projects where they can assist local needs i.e., orphanages, schools, medical clinics, etc.

(9) On order assist task force as a VIP escort. (10) Be prepared to assist international relations in our area of operations by

establishing contact with chaplains from other nations. (11) Assist the rear detachment with family support group issues and maintain

lines of communication with the battalion/task force families.



9. General Religious Support Operational Guidance.a. Location of UMT’s. The brigade will locate where they can best track the battle

and supervise and coordinate RS operations in the brigade AO. Normally this is from the brigade TOC. Subordinate UMT’s will primarily base operations at the ALOC but will adjust as deemed by METT-TC. During operations UMT’s will locate IAW the brigade RS Annex and at the point of greatest ministry opportunity whether it is the TOC or BAS. Maneuver battalion UMT’s will typically locate with their ALOC during the orders planning process, moving forward to LD to provide casualty care at BAS.

b. Movement. For security reasons in a combat environment, the UMT will not travel alone. They will move as part of patrols traveling to units (with a commander, 1SG, CSM, LOGPAC, or staff officers) or on a specific mission with a unit. This reduces the security risk and the chances of getting lost. UMT’s will battle track their movement plans with a designated staff person at the TOC or ALOC and communicate movement with the Brigade UMT.

c. Religious Support Annex (RSA). The Brigade UMT develops a RSA for each operation that is included in annex I (Service and support) as appendix 5 (Religious Support). It will include at a minimum, specific RS priorities for each phase of the operation, the location of the brigade UMT’s for each phase, area RS requirements to subordinate UMT’s, denominational RS plans, logistical support plans, communication plans and a UMT succession plan. Subordinate UMT’s develop their RSA IAW the brigade RSA to the OPORD.

d. PCC’s/PCI’s/UMT Battle Books. The Brigade UMT will supply each battalion UMT with all relevant data needed for UMT operations while deployed. Each BN UMT will compile a set of PCC’s/PCI’s in coordination with their assigned unit and include them in their UMT Battle Books. These will include individual, vehicle, and leader checks, PMCS, setup and tear down of UMT equipment, and an emergency displacement plan. UMT’s will train and battle drills these operations.

e. Religious Services. Chaplains conduct worship services as the tactical situation permits. Specific faith group services are provided based upon the availability of those distinct faith group chaplains. The Brigade UMT coordinates for denominational worship services requiring a chaplain not assigned to that unit. Throughout all phases of operations religious service are conducted on the basis that “any day is Sunday” in the field. The average length of a field worship service should be around 30 minutes in length.

10. Logistics.a. The BDE CA is responsible for oversight of all subordinate UMT supply functions.

Each CA will ensure that each UMT has a 120 day deployment stock. Emergency re-supply to the battalion UMT’s will go through unit S4’s and may be coordinated by the brigade CA for brigade wide items of issue.

b. BN UMT CA’s will order supplies through their unit S4. Special ecclesiastical requests are referred to the brigade UMT who will in turn submit special requests through the brigade S4.

c. All UMT’s may need to support other UMT’s and cross-level deployment stocks to meet immediate or long range deployment needs.



11. Reports.a. Battalion UMT’s in the brigade AO report to their Commanders and the Brigade

UMT, Division Chaplain or Garrison Chaplain as location dictates. b. Monthly Reports are generated to the 16th Sustainment Brigade, local Garrison,

and or to the deployed governing unit as dictated. c. UMT’s will forward a Chaplain Critical Incident Report (CCIR) to the 16th SBDE

Chaplain at the earliest feasible moment.(1) MASCAL.(2) Death or injury of chaplain or chaplain assistant. (3) WIA/KIA/POW/MIA/of Us personnel(4) Confirmed reports of fratricide.(5) Mass burial operations.(6) Allegations of war crime against US personnel.

(7) Other CCIR will be reported per RSA as soon as possible. d. The UMT may be required to submit a movement report to supervising UMTs as

directed. 12. Coordinating Instructions.

a. The UMT will establish communication with next higher and adjacent UMT upon arrival in AO and prior to departure of AO.

b. If the BN Chaplain becomes a casualty, the Chaplains office and quarters will be secured according to regulations until an authorized chaplain sterilizes the area of any Confidential Records and Notes. c. Coordinate worship services, counseling, and other religious functions through the S1, S3, commanders, and 1SGs for units as the situation permits. The key is to remain flexible to the units constantly changing needs and environment.

d. Notify S1/XO/S3 of location and itinerary when outside the FOB. Each UMT will maintain a sign out board in the TOC or ALOC of their current location and travelling plans.

e. Coordinate with the S1 for Red Cross messages or other emergencies. f. The Brigade Chaplain requisitions chaplain and chaplain assistant replacements

through the Brigade S1. g. No field or chapel funds will be collected or established during deployment unless directed by Higher UMT Authority. h. All donated religious support items will be inspected by the UMT’s prior to dissemination in the BCT area of operations to ensure they do not violate any regulations or command directives.

13. Communication Methods.a. The following means of communication are available for use: TACLAN, VOIP,

FM A/L, FBCB2, Sustainment cell S1/S4, and messenger. The UMT will use the Admin/Log FM NET for communications with the S-1 or S4 sections.

b. The radio suffix for the Chaplain is “Stag Shepherd” and the expander for chaplain assistants is “E”.



14. Point of Contact for the RST TACSOP is Chaplain (Captain) Andrew E. Calvert Battalion Chaplain, 314-475-9883 or [email protected].

/// ORIGINAL SIGNED ///Encls ANDREW E. CALVERT1. UMT Mission, ConOp and METL Chaplain (CPT) USA2. Deployment Support Timeline Battalion Chaplain3. 18th CSSB Unit Ministry Team Deployment Checklists4. RST Combat Task List5. UMT Supplies for Deployment6. CH Calvert’s Deployment Bag List7. Sample Packing List8. Chaplain Funeral Coordination List9. 18th CSSB Deployed Memorial Ceremony10. Ramp Ceremony and RST Duties11. CISD12. Religious Support Estimate and Sample13. Morale and Religious Needs Assessment14. The Religious Support Plan and Annex15. Notes on Worship in Combat16. TLP/WO/Convoy Annex/Staff Coordination17. Suicide Intervention18. Suicide Awareness Class (Hip pocket)19. Anger Control Class (Hip pocket)20. Stress Management Class (Hip pocket)21. Reunion Class (Hip Pocket)



Enclosure 1

18th Combat Sustainment Support BattalionUMT Mission Statement

The 18th CSSB, Unit Ministry Team will provide comprehensive religious support across the full spectrum of operations to the soldiers, family members, and civilians of the Battalion by assisting the command in implementing the free exercise of religion, caring for its people, and accompanying them during periods of crises, war, and peace.

18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion UMT Concept of Operation

The Unit Ministry Team will plan, resource, train, perform or provide a comprehensive religious support program that includes pastoral acts, counseling, worship services, sacraments and rites, spiritual and relational educational programs, combat stress interventions, pastoral care of the injured and dying, memorial ceremonies and funerals, and programs to strengthen the spiritual, emotional, and mental resiliency of all forces in their areas of responsibility. The staff role of the UMT will encompass staff participation in the MDMP process, educate the force on religious issues that impact operations, provide advice to the command and staff on all manners of religion, ethics, morals, and morale as they pertain to and the impact of policies and actions of US military forces.

18th Combat Sustainment Support BattalionUMT Mission Essential Task List (METL)

1. Maintain UMT Pre-Deployment Readiness.2. Deploy UMT for Operational Missions.3. Perform or Provide Operational Religious Support for Assigned Units.4. Advise Command on Governance, Security, Civil and Economic Missions.5. Redeploy the UMT

18th Combat Sustainment Support BattalionUMT (METL) Critical Tasks

1. Maintain UMT Pre-Deployment Readiness.

a. Conditions. At home station.b. Standards.

(1) Prepare UMT load plans, conduct PCI/PCC.(2) Maintain a 120 day go-to-war stock of religious supplies.(3) Maintain vehicle and equipment.(3) Assist FRG support training and briefings for families.(4) Perform or provide religious support for soldiers and family members.(5) Perform relationship building programs for soldiers and family members.



(6) Prepare and manage CMRP.(7) Review and implement UMT TACSOP.(8) Participate in unit pre-deployment training. (9) Provide RS at SRP site.(10) Coordinate for or provide religious materials for individual spiritual needs.

2. Deploy UMT for Operational Missions.

a. Conditions. Given a valid order to prepare for deployment.b. Standards.

(1) Prepare the Religious Support Estimate for mission analysis.(2) Prepare Religious and Culture Briefing for deploying soldiers.(3) Provide informal counseling at PHA, ISB, and POD.(4) Coordinate religious support to rear detachment operations.(5) Prepare Religious Support Annex, appendix 5, annex I to OPORD.(6) Coordinate hand off of chapel and home station religious support.(7) Provide pre-deployment worship service opportunities.(8) Upload UMT equipment.(9) Deploy the UMT.

3. Perform or Provide Operational Religious Support for Assigned Units.

a. Conditions. In a deployed status away from home station.b. Standards

(1) Provide Direct Unit Religious Support, Area Religious Support, and Denominational Religious Support to Battalion soldiers through:

(a) Ministry of presence at all unit locations and prior to missions (b) Worship, rites, and sacraments (c) Pastoral care to wounded and dying (d) Memorial ceremonies to honor the dead and nurture the living (e) Provide combat stress support to include suicide prevention. (f) Counseling

(g) Religious and spiritual education classes (h) Moral leadership training(2) Advise Battalion leadership on all situations involving religion, morals, ethics

and morale as they impact the mission to include the free exercise of religion.(3) Coordinate religious support to local nationals, POW's, and other authorized

persons with command guidance.(4) Move tactically in AOR with convoys.(5) Support FOB Chapel Programs.

4. Advise Command on Governance, Security, Civil and Economic Missions.

a. Conditions. In a deployed status away from home station.b. Standards.



(1) Assist command with Religious Leader Engagement Operations (RLEO) with command guidance.

(2) Prepare and refine research on local religious events, leaders, customs, practices, Holy Days, and religious group’s impact on unit operations.

(3) Assist unit with religious site visits and protection missions.(4) Provide assistance with humanitarian support in AOR.(5) Coordinate local assistance missions with Provincial Reconstruction Teams. (6) Assist command in evaluation of religious site CERP expenditures.

5. Redeploy the UMT

a. Conditions. Given a valid order to prepare to redeploy to home station. b. Standards.

(1) Prepare the Religious Support Estimate for mission analysis.(2) Reconstitute and reset Brigade UMT for future operations.(3) Prepare Reunion Briefing for redeploying soldiers.(4) Prepare Religious Support Annex, appendix 5, Annex I to OPORD.(5) Incorporate planning for religious support to rear operations.(6) Coordinate mission handover to follow-on UMT’s.(7) Redeploy the Brigade UMT.



Enclosure 2Deployment Support Time Schedule

Deployment Date _____________

90 Days Prior Inventory of supplies taken Submit order for necessary supplies through S-4 Religious Preference Profile requested through S1 Multi faith meals list given to DFAC and appropriate company commanders notified Attend all Mission Briefs for unit and UMT’s Attend all pre deployment training with unit Coordinate vehicle maintenance and movement preparation Research Religious Area Analysis information for AO Submit RFI’s to higher headquarters for mission analysis Complete Religious Support Estimate Prepare Religious Support Annex as soon as possible

60 Days Prior TACSOP Reviewed and Rehearsed Appropriate classes taken for currency status Medical and dental appointments made if necessary Mission Packing list packed and inspected Equipment prepared for outload Alert roster contact information verified as current Coordinate chapel responsibilities turnover with Installation Chaplain Attend all Mission Briefs for unit and UMT’s Assist FRG’s with preparing families for deployment

30 Days Prior Multi faith meals list given to DFAC and appropriate company commanders notified Copy of Religious Preference Profile given to Brigade Chaplain Copy of major faith group percentage breakdown and minority faith groups given to

Brigade Chaplain Chaplain’s kit restocked Vehicle serviceable and load plan in place Attend all Mission Briefs for unit and UMT’s Identify and coordinate with rear Detachment Support Chaplain _______________

Phone:_______________



Enclosure 3

18th CSSB Unit Ministry Team Deployment Checklists

a. UMT on alert/recall roster of unit and contact information verified.

b. The Chaplain will:1. Coordinate with XO/S-3 for required meetings.2. Coordinate with Rear Detachment and Support Chaplain for religious support

needs of unit at SRP site and personal holding area (vehicle, communication., scriptures, liturgical items, worship leadership, counseling, etc.)

3. Attend all planning meetings and receive Commander's guidance and intent.4. Develop a comprehensive Religious Support Annex (RSA) for inclusion in

OPLAN or OPORDER.5. Coordinate with S-4 to include the RSA in the Service and Support Annex in

OPORD. Complete and submit Religious Support Annex Matrix to S-4 and BDE Chaplain.

6. Attend Unit OPORDER brief.7. Brief the Command and staff on Religious Practices and Traditions in the unit's

area of operations. If there is time, complete a Religious Area Analysis report for the command and staff.

8. Be prepared to conduct Chaplain & staff briefings on RSA.9. The Brigade Chaplain is back-briefed by Battalion Chaplain on RSA.10. Conduct inspections of UMT field equipment and ecclesiastical support items

prior to outload. Deploy with 120 days supplies and chaplain kit in UMT’s immediate possession.

11. Provide soldiers with spiritual opportunities and moral support in preparation for mission. Be flexible with service times. Establish a site where the UMT will locate that is visible for your soldiers.

12. Participate in unit rehearsals (Rock Drills).13. Establish link-up point for Chaplain and assistant in preparation for movement

and rehearse link-up and cross level plan.

c. The Chaplain Assistant will:1. Draw weapon, ammunition, night vision optics, Communication SOI’s, maps for

chaplain and chaplain assistant and any other sensitive items needed.2. Conduct PMCS on vehicle (M998) prior to outload.3. Prepares A-bags for shipment with proper markings for palletizing with HHC.4. Inspect deployment items for serviceability. Draw water cans and MRE’s for

shipment as applicable. 5. Load vehicle IAW Load Plan (120 days of follow-on supplies) and prepare to

move to airfield, railhead, or port. *** Attach load plan for vehicle and connex.



6. Coordinate for UMT’s tactical boxes and resupply kits to be forwarded with unit in connex, with medical platoon, an ambulance, loaded in UMT vehicle, or with S1 section.

7. Move to the Personnel Holding Area (PHA) with unit or when released from responsibility for vehicle.

8. Receive mission brief from chaplain and understand the RSA.9. Assist chaplain in providing worship opportunities and counseling soldiers.10.Provide administrative and logistical support for UMT. Coordinate transportation

requirements for UMT.

11.Conduct communication checks on available equipment. Be briefed on mission and rehearse link-up plan with chaplain in case UMT is separated.

12.Attend 1SG meetings for unit movement and keep chaplain informed of any changes.

*** See attached Load plan (PowerPoint drawing) for vehicle and connex.



Enclosure 4 RST COMBAT TASK LIST

(An additional checklist resource)

A. PRE-DEPLOYMENT PHASE1. Insure that you are prepared personally in the following areas:

a. Spiritualb. Physicalc. Technical

(1) Make sure you are able to read a map and compass(2) Make sure you are able to read an OPLAN/OPORD

d. Emotional – The intensity of future battles will place almost unbelievable stress on the emotional system.

e. Familyf. SRP/POM

2. Insure that the UMT is prepared by doing the following:a. Assess potential unit missions and anticipate all contingencies.b. Insure the UMT is properly Prepared for Overseas Movement (POM/SRP), to

include the Chaplain Assistant being qualified on his or her assigned weapon.c. Plan and conduct UMT training.d. Prepare Load Plan for transportation, communications, and logistical support

during the deployment.e. Determine the religious needs of the battalion by preparing a Religious

Preference Profile (RPP)(1) This can be accomplished by submitting an ad hoc query to the S1 for the

TACCs computer, analyzing the data using AR 680-29 to decode the printout and compiling the data.

(2) A copy of the RPP will be submitted to the Brigade Chaplain.f. Submit a Religious Support Annex (RSA) to the Battalion Commander and

Brigade Chaplain NLT one week prior to a planned deployment; as soon as possible for unannounced alerts. The RSA should include:(1) Operational base plans(2) Clear instructions on how you can be contacted(3) Transportation Plans.

a) IAW FM 1-05 in high risk situations the chaplain may choose to drive in order to enable the chaplain assistant to provide better security for the UMT.

(4) Ministry plansa) To Evacuees, including woundedb) To replacements passing through the rear areac) Headquarters personneld) Combat support personnele) Combat support units/elementsf) Combat service support units/elements



g) Units without UMT assignedh) Liaison personneli) Displaced personnelj) Detained soldiers, refugees, and EPW’sk) Detained soldiersl) In coordination with G5 or S5

(5) Area coverage Team Plansa) When to be dispatched - “Chaplains of CS and CSS battalions or

MSC’s will be prepared to move forward to provide area coverage to forward battalions during lulls in the battle; to replace chaplains or assistants of forward battalions who have been killed or wounded.”

b) How to be dispatchedc) What will be done

(6) Summary of the plans of the battalion UMT’s(7) Anticipated problem areas –

g. If UMT’s from CS/CSS units are attached to the Brigade , they will submit a RSA to the BDE CH. They should take into account the following additional factors(1) The variety of units/elements and other persons requiring ministry.(2) Increased area duties.(3) The constant threat of deep penetrations by opposing forces, airborne

elements, insurgent operations, or NBC attacks.(4) Constant repositioning of units/elements within the rear area.(5) Continual movement through the area of casualties, replacements,

EPW’s, detainees, and displaced persons.(6) Frequent re-locations of the rear area itself.(7) Requirement to serve area coverage teams(8) Rear Area Protection (RAP)(9) Priority of ministry to the sick, wounded, and distressed.

h. Requisition equipment, literature, and other items required IAW needs implied by the battalion RPP.

(1) Insure that at least a 120 day supply is on hand.(2) Coordinate with the BDE CH for resupply plan.

i. Employ OPSEC (Operational Security)j. Plan N-hour sequence activities as needed for future operations.

3. Insure the Unit, in so far as religious support is concerned, is prepared by doing the following:a. Establish and conduct training for “soldier to soldier” activities

(1) Recruit and train at least one Unit Religious Activity Coordinator in each company size unit or smaller.

(2) Recruit and train soldiers to provide spiritual battle proofing services when the units are operating independently or are inaccessible to the chaplain.

b. Conduct worship services, retreats, “Duty Day With God” activities, and prayer breakfasts with “any day is Sunday” in mind in deployed areas.



c. Conduct counseling(1) Soldiers should be encouraged to go through their chain of command to

make an appointment with the chaplain. However, no soldier will be turned away, especially in situations which the soldier believes to be too sensitive too route through his chain of command.

(2) If necessary a soldier will be referred to another agency if the help that is needed is beyond the capabilities of the chaplain.

d. Participate in family support group activities to include pre-deployment briefings.

B. DEPLOYMENT PHASE1. Home Station

a. Priority of ministry to first deployable unit.b. Take advantage of prime opportunity for ministry at the POM/SRP site, near

end of the line. Pass out religious literature and items to soldiers.c. Plan on rest periods during N-hour sequence.d. Attend all staff, planning meetings for the deployment to ensure the UMT will

be completely familiar with the BN OPLAN/OPORD, Admin/Log Plan, and Deployment Plan to include chalk number, departure times.

e. Keep in touch with the BN staff on a regular basis.2. Departure Airfield

a.b.

3. En-Routea.b.

4. Arrival Airfielda.b.

C. MINISTRY IN COMBAT - GENERAL1. Factors in each Phase to be considered

a. See 2-4 BCT RST TACSOP b. Use operational analysis to assist the RST to set priorities, make plans and

implement RS.2. Major Categories of Religious Support

a. Nurture of the living(1) Conduct Worship Services(2) Administer rites and Sacraments(3) Visit soldiers(4) Encourage soldiers(5) Comfort soldiers

b. Care for the Wounded(1) Approach the Casualty (2) Check the soldiers tag to determine the nature of the wounds



(3) Joke with soldier if possible to lighten moment(4) From the initial joking, the conversation would turn serious.

c. Honor the Dead(1) Memorial Ceremonies and Services(2) Funerals(3) Letters of Condolence

D. PRE-COMBAT PHASE1. The Assembly Area

a. The Chaplain(1) Request area coverage teams from BDE to provide maximum religious

coverage.(2) Visit as many elements of the BN/TF as possible as anxiety begins to rise.(3) Establish base of operation near S1/S4 or BAS(4) Catch up on last minute staff work(5) Maintain radio silence if augmented with a radio

b. The Chaplain Assistant(1) Represent the Chaplain at briefings(2) Screen requests for religious support.(3) Move ahead of the chaplain among elements of the unit to coordinate

religious support and disseminate information about services.(4) Coordinate incoming area coverage support.(5) Maintain and secure assigned weapon and RST’s equipment.(6) Prepare the RST’s equipment and supplies for the next phase of battle.

May require resupply from BDE UMT NCOIC.(7) Record actions as necessary.(8) Visit casualty holding areas to visit with patients and determine need for

chaplain in an emergency.(9) Rest (to enhance continuous operation capabilities.)

2. Movement to Battle Positiona. The Chaplain

(1) During halts in movement the chaplain visits, counsels, and prays with those who can be reached without compromising the unit or causing delays.

(2) Rest when possible to conserve energy for the march(3) When movement is completed moves about to minister to BN/TF

elements.(4) Prepares to move into hardening of position phase.

b. The Chaplain Assistant(1) Provides security for chaplain and those nearby.(2) Stays alert during vehicle movement and helps spell driver if movement is very

long.(3) Constantly watches terrain for dangers and possible cover and

concealment if needed(4) Maintains communications to ensure RST does not get left behind



3. Hardening of Battle Positiona. The Chaplain

(1) Moves to forward elements as soon as possible, giving priority to those elements most likely to be first engaged with the enemy.

(2) Consider offering sacraments to forward elements, high anxiety at this time will cause many to “get right with their maker” before the battle.

(3) Avoid large gatherings of soldiers, which will provide the enemy with a lucrative target and or compromise the unit’s location.

b. The Chaplain Assistant(1) Establish new base of operations. Keep it simple and basic. RST

needs to be able to move at a moment’s notice, especially in the event of Rear Area Conflict.

(2) Provide security for RST while moving to forward elements.(3) Provide security for RST and visited unit by occupying a position

that ensures good observation and coverage.(4) Monitor the environment to alert Chaplain to critical changes in

situation, which may require quick evacuation of area.

E. COMBAT PHASE1. General

a. Religious Support priority is to casualties(1) The RST should determine where the largest number casualties will be

located.a) This may be in the combat trains at the BAS.b) This may be in the BDE Support Area (BSA) with the Medical

company (Charlie Med).(2) The RST may choose to focus on the casualty collection point of the most

heavily engaged companies.(3) The RST may choose to move about to minister rather than wait at a

single collection point.(4) Responsibility for religious support to casualties moved to the rear

belongs to the brigade, division, or corps staff chaplains.(5) In the event of mass casualties, the RST analyzes the situation and

decides whether to move to the casualty site or the casualty collection point.a) The chaplain determines whether additional assistance is needed from

the supporting brigade chaplain or higher.b) Depending on the stress level, brigade chaplain my initiate area

coverage without waiting for battalion chaplain to request assistance.b. Tactical Considerations

(1) Avoid unnecessary movement during intense battle.(2) Use the most secure MSR’s available traveling in convoys at all times or

by air when available.(3) Keep aware of the tactical situation at all times.



(4) Never leave the forward operational base (FOB) without the current challenge and password, other security procedures, and plots of obstacles on the battlefield.

(5) Employ SERE if cutoff from friendly forces or if caught behind enemy lines.

c. Raids and Deep Strikes(1) RST provides as much religious support as possible while the BN/TF

prepares.(2) RST may remain behind when the Trains does not participate in the

operation.(3) Religious Support needs outweigh any added risk to the RST.

2. The Defensea. RST operates from a base in the combat/field trains.b. Operate in the same way as the “hardening of positions” phase, but with

more caution.c. Give priority of care to casualties and troops on the line.d. Give priority to unit coverage as opposed to denominational coverage.e. Be prepared to minister to detainees, EPW’s and civilians.

3. The Offensea. RST moves with the combat/field trains taking advantage of cover

concealment and the security provided by friendly forces.b. RST takes advantage of halts and delays to minister to those it can reach

without compromising the force or mission.c. Provide individual and small group pastoral care wherever located during

intense combat.d. Assistant provides security for the RST.e. Assistant participates in the defense under the appropriate combat leader

should the element be threatened with being overrun.f. Coordinate cover and concealment with the S4 when in the trains.g. Remain in the trains when the UMT’s presence among forward elements

would obviously be detriment to the mission.

F. POST-COMBAT PHASE1. Religious Support

a. Offer sacraments and rites to individuals, groups, and casualtiesb. Honor the Dead

(1) Memorial ceremonies and services(2) Religious Services

c. Activities vary from individual pastoral care for isolated soldiers to large memorial services.

2. Sub phasesa. The Lull

(1) Avoid gathering large groups of soldiers because tactical restrictions remain about the same.

(2) Movement is a little more practical.



(3) Priority of ministry to casualties and exhausted troops and leaders.(4) Conduct many short services and counseling sessions, reaching as many

as possible, before the resumption of fighting.(5) Use the lull to relocate, if necessary, to improve cover and concealment,

to brief leaders, and to rest.(6) Consider calling for area coverage teams from brigade during extended

lulls.b. Withdrawal From Contact.

(1) Move with combat/field trains.(2) Operate in the same manner as the “movement to battle positions.”(3) Provide as much pastoral care as possible to casualties who may be left

behind.c. Reconstitution

(1) Priority is given to honoring the dead.(2) Request area coverage team from brigade to conduct worship services

and does individual counseling.(3) RST gives second priority to rebuilding its own team’s physical,

psychological, and spiritual reserves.(4) RST stays with Unit because of the irreplaceable relationship, forged

under the fire, with the unit.(5) Attention needs to be given to replacements as they seek to become a

part of the unit.a) Resistance to the “newcomers” by “old timers” needs to be overcome.b) Newcomers need to learn about what the old timers have been

through.d. End Of Hostilities

(1) Priorities shift to…a) Large worship servicesb) Intensive pastoral care of casualties and non-casualtiesc) More formal honors for the dead

(2) Administrative activities include:a) After-action reportsb) Statistical reportsc) Writing historiesd) Writing letters of condolence

(3) Counseling is conducted to meet the physical, spiritual and psychological needs brought about by the ordeal that has just been completed and the realization that one has survived.

(4) Reestablish material accountability.



Enclosure 5 Unit Ministry Supplies For Deployment

ITEM HR ITEM ON HAND 60-DAY REORDER STOCK NUMBER

CHAPLAIN KIT CONSUMABLE+ NA 4 4 2 9925-01-326-2855

+ ITEMS ARE PART OF THE CHAPLAIN’S KIT CONSUMABLE

COMMUNION HOST (SML-300) + NA 2 2 0 9925-00-353-9311COMMUNION HOST (LRG - 50) + NA 2 2 0 9925-00-353-9312COMMUNION CUPS (BX 1000) + NA 2 2 0 9925-01-232-8992GRAPE JUICE* (CAN 24 OZ)+ NA 24 24 0 NSN* POWDERED (BETTER FOR DEPLOYMENT INTO EXTREME TEMPERATURE AREAS)WINE, WHITE (750 ML)+ NA 4 4 0 9925-00-266-7919

ROSARY+ NA 200 100 0 9925-01-353-9310CRUCIFIX+ NA 200 100 0 9925-01-353-8787CROSSES (CELTIC)+ NA 500 100 0 9925-01-353-8788CROSS (ORTHO)+ NA 10 10 0 9925-01-451-2315KIMARA, MUSLIM (FEMALE)+ NA 5 5 0 9925-01-425-7567SWAWL, JEWISH PRAYER NA 5 5 0 9925-00-522-2100YARMULKE, JEWISH NA 10 10 0 9925-00-522-2141ICON BYZANTINE (PAPER) + NA 10 10 0 9925-01-451-2316

BIBLE (NIV) (CASE 24) NA 5 5 0 NSNGIDEON, BIBLE,SML, NT (CASE 100) NA 2 1 1 NSNGIDEON, SPANISH,SML (CASE 100) NA 1 1 1 NSNBIBLE, SPANISH (NIV)+ NA 25 50 0 9925-01-450-7158JEWISH PRAYER BOOK+ NA 10 10 0 9925-01-367-4252JEWISH SCIPTURES+ NA 10 10 0 9925-01-367-4253BOOK OF MORMON+ NA 10 10 0 9925-01-353-8790BOOK (HOLY KORAN)+ NA 5 5 0 9925-01-353-8791BOOK (DIVINE LIT - ORTHO) NA 1 0 0 9925-01-450-6880BOOK (RITUAL FOR LAY – RC) NA 2 1 0 9925-01-450-680+THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ALSO IN THE CHAPLAIN KIT CONSUMABLE BIBLE (NIV) (15) NA 9925-01-353-8785BIBLE (KJV) (3) NA 9925-01-353-8784BIBLE (TEV W/APOC) (10) NA 9925-01-384-1323ARMED FORCES PRAYER BOOK (4) NA 9925-01-448-6064FIELD BAPTISM LINER (1) NA 9925-01-450-0085

CHAPLAIN’S KIT COMBAT ASSAULTCH KIT (CHRISTIAN) NA AR 9925-01-305-3411CH KIT (JEWISH) NA AR 9925-01-326-2856

CHAPLAIN FLAG (W POLE) NA ARJEWISH 2’X3’ AR AR 8345-00-245-2795CHRISTIAN 2’X3’ AR AR 8345-00-245-2796




MISC ITEMS

MEMORIAL BULLETINS (BOX 500) NA 2AR ARNSN

TRACTS (DAILY BREAD, ETC) NA 300 300 150 NSNCANDLES (BOX 24) NA 1 0 AR 9925-00-161-4300PORTABLE PA SYSTEM 1 1 NA NA 9925-01-450-0074

CARRY BAG 1 1 NA NA 9925-01-450-0082A/C ADAPTER 1 1 NA NA 9925-01-450-0081MOBILE ACCESSORY KIT 1 1 NA NA 9925-01-449-9826

NOTE: PA SYSTEMS MAY REQUIRES “C” AND “9 VOLT” BATTERY

SECTION EQUIPMENT

TENT (WORK/SLEEP) 1 1 NA NA PER MTOEDNVT 1 1 NA NA PER MTOE“COMMO WIRE” (ROLL) 1 1 NA NA PER MTOEFIELD DESK (W/STOOL) 1 1 NA NAFIELD TABLE 3 3 NA NA 7105-00-269-9275FOLDING CHAIR 4 4 NA NA NSNFOLDING STOOL 2 2 NA NA 7105-01-326-1816HYMN CHEST 1 1 NA NA 9925-00-174-1314FOOT LOCKER 5 5 NA NA 8460-00-243-3234FIRE EXTINGUISHER 1 1 NA NA PER TYPEFIRST AIDE KIT NR 1 NA NA 6545-00-992-1200COT 2 2 NA NA 7105-00-935-04225 GAL WATER CAN 2 2 NA NA 7240-00-089-3827COFFEE POT (30 CUP) NR 1 NA NA 7310-01-374-5691COMPUTER (LAP TOP) 2 2 NA NA NSNEXTERNAL DRIVE 1 1 NA NA NSNPRINTER 1 1 NA NA NSNSURGE PROT W/PHONE PROT NR 1 NA NA 7751-00-199-0144CALCULATOR (SOLAR) NR 1 NA NA 7400-00-002-0627DESK LAMP (IF NO LITE SET) 1 1 NA NA NSNMALLET 1 1 NA NATOOL KIT 1 1 NA NA NSNPADLOCK NR 6 NA NA 5340-01-346-4611HINGE W/ HASP (PR) NR 3 NA NA NSNSANDBAG NR 40 NA NA NSNBROOM NR 1 NA NA 7920-01-458-8208WHISK BROOM NR 1 NA NA 7920-00-240-6350DUST PAN NR 1 NA NA 7290-00-224-8308EXTENSION CORD (ELECTRIC) NR 4 NA NA NSNEASEL 1 1 NA NA 7520-01-456-7876EMERGENCY LITE 1 1 NA NA NSNCHEMLIGHT (BOX 10) NR 5 NA NA NSN BY COLORSIGNOUT/STATUS BOARD NR 1 NA NA NSN




OFFICE SUPPLIES

PAPER, WHITE (REAM) NR 4AR AR7530-00-181-7174

CARBON PAPER (PK 100) NR 1AR AR7530-01-071-9769

EASEL PADNR 4AR AR7530-00-619-8880

INDEX CARDS 3X5 (PK 100) NR 2AR AR7530-00-247-0318

RULER 18”NR 1AR AR7510-00-161-6217

PRINTER RIBBONNR 2AR ARNSN

WHITE OUT (BOTTLE)NR 2AR AR7510-01-333-6242

STAPLER NR 1AR AR7520-00-139-6170

STAPLES (BOX 5000) NR 2AR AR7994-00-673-7820

STAPLE REMOVER NR 1AR AR8754-00-700-7006

PAPER CLIPS (BOX) AR2 ARAR NSN

‘GATOR CLIPS’ (MISC) NR 1AR ARNSN

FILE FOLDER (BOX 100) NR 1AR AR7530-00-864-0110

STENO PADNR 5AR AR7530-00-223-7939



PEN, BLACK (BOX 12) NR 2AR AR7520-01-424-4865

PENCIL, (BOX 12) NR 2AR AR7520-01-424-4874

PENCIL, #2 (PK 12)NR 2AR AR7510-00-281-5234

PENCIL SHARPENERNR 1AR ARNSN

MARKER (ASST COLOR – 10) NR1 ARAR NSN

ENVELOPES, BUSINESS (BOX 500) NR 1AR AR8522-00-790-0203

ENVELOPES, ‘SHOTGUN’ (BOX) NR 1AR AR7540-00-222-3467

THUMB TACKS (BOX 100) NR 1AR AR7510-00-285-5844

SISSORSNR 1AR AR7848-00-401-0006

MEMO OF CALL PAD (PK 20) NR 1AR AR7540-00-634-4018

“POST ITS” (PK 6)NR 1AR AR7530-01-418-1420

HOLD PUNCHNR 1AR AR7520-00-263-3425

ADDRESS LABLES (BOX 1000) NR 1AR ARNSN

NOTE BOOK (ASST SIZE) NR 5AR AR

NSN“100 MPH” TAPE (2”) NR 5

AR AR7510-00-266-5016

TAPE, SCOTTCHNR 5AR ARNSN



TAPE, MASKING (PK 9)NR 1AR AR7510-00-658-4963

“550” CORD (ROLL)NR 1AR AR4020-00-262-2019

DOCUMENT PROTECTORS (BOX) NR 1AR AR8961-00-239-7722

PAPER TOWELS (BOX 90) NR 1AR AR

7920-00-965-1709TRASH BAGS (HVY DUTY) NR 1

AR AR8105-01-183-9769

TRASH BAGS (MEDIUM) NR 1AR AR8105-01-195-8730

TOILET PAPER (ROLL) NR 5AR AR

7331-00-014-0445CD DISC’s (BOX 25)

NR 2AR ARNSN

THUMB DRIVE NR 2AR AR

NSNPAPER CUPS (BOX 1000) NR 1

AR AR7350-00-082-5741

PAPER PLATES (PACK 125) NR 5AR AR

7350-01-263-6200FLATWARE (BOX 10)

NR 25AR AR7360-00-634-4800

BATTERIES, D CELL (BOX 12) NR 2AR AR

6135-00-835-7210BATTERIES, C CELL (PKG 12) NR 2

AR AR6135-00-985-7846

BATTERIES, AA (PKG 24) NR 2AR AR

6135-00-985-7845BATTERIES, 9V (PKG 12)

NR 2AR AR6135-00-900-2139



PEN, ALCOHOL (BOX 20) NR 1AR AR

NSN(BLACK, GREEN, RED, BLUE)ALCOHOL (BOTTLE)

NR 1AR ARNSN



Enclosure 6“CH CALVERT’S DEPLOYMENT BAG LIST”

(Merely how one person has done it)

CHAPLAIN TACTICAL CHEST “CH’s Extra’s in Vehicle”

- Address Book (important phone numbers and POC’s)- Emergency Religious Ministration Card- A Prayer Book For The Armed Forces , 1988, Episcopal Church- Soldiers Book of Worship (OCCH)- Hymnal (Service Formats, songs)- Occasional Services Book (Funerals, Anointing, Commendation, Blessing)- God’s Little Devotional Book (Sermon Illustrations) Honor Books- Pastoral Care of the Sick- Service Format Cards for Field- Travel Wipes- Chemical lights (various colors, infrared)- Gideon NT’s (615-883-8533)- Religious Support Cards (Collective Prot., Non-Denom. Prot., Roman Catholic,

Hindu, Buddhist, Orthodox)- The Upper Room Daily Devotionals (1-800-9712-0433) English & Spanish, Bi-

Monthly- Alive Now devotionals (1-800-972-0433) monthly- Our Daily Bread Daily Devotionals (1-800-598-7221)- Today Daily Devotionals (1-708-371-8700)- St. Michael Medals- Rosary’s- Assortment of Crosses (metal and wooden)- CD’s-music for worship- Journal Books, hardcover, NSN 7530-00-222-3521- Memoranda books for notes- Chaplain Battle Books- Map Case- Acetated Maps- Map Board (Plexiglas 10” X 12”)- Notebook w/plastic protective sleeves- Computer Disks w/important info on them- Blank computer disks- RB 1-05, The Unit Ministry Team Handbook, May 05- TC 16-2, Rel. Spt to Casualties, Memorials and Funeral Services- Pocket Bible- Deployment Packets (Military Ministry 1-800-444-6006)- Acetate for overlays, 81/2” X 11”- Chaplain Flag



- Chaplain –Mini-Flag for vehicle- CD player & external speakers- Extra set of ID tags - Mini-mag flashlight w/red lens- Extra Knife- 550 Cord- Extra Batteries- Zip Lock bags- Lighter- Duct Tape (Green)- Country Study Info (Culture Gram and brief)- Office Supplies

CHAPLAINS’ GRAB BAG (in vehicle)

- 5 Bibles- 5 Gideon’s NT- 1 Jewish Prayer Book and Torah- 1 Book of Mormon- 1 Quran- 20 Spiritual Fitness Guides - 5 Roman Catholic guides- 50 St. Michaels Medals- 50 Pocket Crosses- 50 R.C. Crosses- 50 Prot. Crosses- 1 Box, small hosts- 1 Box, large hosts- 2 bottles, wine, small

DAY PACK (WAIST PACK)- 1 pr. Socks- foot powder- moleskin- TP- 1 stripped MRE- Gloves, cold-weather shirt, neck gaiter- Room for NT’s, Spiritual Fitness guides, or crosses

POUCH (ON LCE/LBE)

- Pocket Bible- Pastoral Field Stole, Black- Chaplain I.D. Armband, Black with cross- Geneva Convention Armband, white with red cross



CHAPLAIN KIT, EXTRA ASSAULT POUCH

- 100 days, Bible Study, 1- Our Daily Bread, 1- Soldiers Book of Worship , 1- Spiritual Fitness Guide , 1- Touch points for Men , Devotional, 1- Corporal, Purificators (for field worship)

CHAPLAIN KIT, ASSAULT POUCH

- Communion Ware and Materials

MAP/PAMPHLET BAG

- Map Board- Battle Book- Journal/Notebook- Alcohol Markers, pen, pencil- TACSOP, Reports- MEDEVAC 9 Line

ON MY PERSON

Right Cargo Pocket- Map- Notebook

Left Cargo Pocket- Sick Stole (purple/white)- Prayer Book- Spiritual Fitness Guide- Emergency Religious Ministration Card



Enclosure 7

Sample Packing List

1. The following is a packing list for deployment. This is the minimum equipment that should be packed for deployments at all times. A-bags and Ruck should be packed, tagged and ready for movement at any time. Contingency masks and MOPP suits will be issued upon real world call-outs.

Worn: ACU’s: Trousers and jacket Boots: Coyote Brown ACH with cover and camo band I.D. card I.D. tags LCE suspenders First aid pouch w / 2 field dressings Canteen cup Canteen with cover and cap (2) (or camel back system) Case small arms ammunition (4) M4 magazines (7 for chaplain assistant) Protective mask with decon kit Individual weapon (chaplain assistant) Bayonet (chaplain assistant) Ear plugs Water purification tablets Waist pack (if issued) Individual Body Armor Eye Protection Nomex gloves Sun, Dust, and Wind Goggles

Contents of Ruck: Water proof bag ACU’s: Trousers and jacket Cotton drawers (optional) (2) Cotton undershirts, Tan (3) Socks, wool (5) Towel, bath Washcloth Toilet articles Gloves Poncho Gortex Jacket and Trousers Polypropylene underwear (top and bottom)



Laundry bag Watch cap Wool Scarf and / or Neck Gator Entrenching Tool with Cover Weapons Cleaning Kit ACU Soft Cap

Contents of the A-Bag: Water Proof Bag 2 ACU’s: Trousers and Jacket Cotton Drawers (optional) (3) Cotton undershirts, Brown (3) Socks, Wool (4) Belt, Desert Towel, Bath (2) Washcloth (2) Boots: Desert Sleeping Bags and Gortex cover Sleeping Pad Laundry Bag Polypropylene Underwear (Top and Bottom) Wet Weather Jacket and Trousers Sewing Kit Extra Toilet Articles Desert Hat PT Gear (Shirt, Shorts, White Socks, PT belt) Running Shoes Stamped Envelopes (3) List of All Creditors and Addresses

Personal Items (Optional) Baby wipes Polypro socks Wrist compass & pocket knife Stove, butane, and stand Extra Communion kit and Bible pouch Chaplain’s Flag Hand and foot warmers



Enclosure 8

Chaplain Funeral Coordination Checklist

CALLED BY: _______ PHONE: ________ DATE: TIME: ________

NAME OF DECEASED: ____________________________________________________

RANK: SSN: RETIREE: ACTIVE DUTY: _______

BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY _____ /NAVY ____ /AIR FORCE _____ /MARINES _____

NEXT OF KIN: _______________________RELATIONSHIP: ______________________

LOCATION/ADDRESS: ________________________ PHONE: ____________________

CITY: __________________________ STATE: __________________ZIP CODE: _____

CAUSE OF DEATH: NATURAL ___ OTHER: (explain) ____________________________

DATE/TIME/PLACE TO MEET FAMILY/FRIENDS: _______________________________

DATE/TIME/PLACE OF VISITATION: _________________________________________

DATE/TIME/PLACE OF FUNERAL: ____________________ REPORT TIME: _________

DIRECTIONS: (to funeral) __________________________________________________

PLACE OF INTERNMENT: ___________________DIRECTIONS: __________________

FULL MILITARY: ___/GRAVESIDE: ___ /OTHER: (explain) ________________________

FUNERAL HOME: ________________________ ADDRESS: ______________________

POC: ____________________________________ PHONE: _______________________

DETAIL POC UNIT: ______________________ PHONE: _________________________

VERIFY: FIRING SQUAD: Y/N BUGLER: Y/N FLAG PRESENTATION: Y/NTRANSPORTATION ARRANGEMENTS: NONE/SEDAN, P/U TIME: ___DRIVER: ______

CHAPEL REQUESTED: YES/NO: ___ IF YES (chapel name) ______________________

CHAPEL NCOIC COORDINATION: NAME: __________ PHONE: ___________________

CHAPEL SET-UP: ___________________________ MUSIC/ORGANIST: ____________

ON POST FUNERAL: TRAFFIC CONTROL (MP’S): Y/N POC: _____________________

UNIFORM OR VESTMENTS: _________________________________________

CASUALTY ASSISTANCE OFFICER: __________________________________



Enclosure 9

(Use the SOP of the Deployed Governing Unit)

18th CSSB Deployed Memorial Ceremony

* NATIONAL ANTHEM

*INVOCATION ChaplainCOMMANDER’S COMMENTS NameSOLDIER’S TRIBUTE NameSOLDIER’S TRIBUTE NameCHAPLAIN’S MEDITATION ChaplainSPECIAL MUSIC Name* BENEDICTION Chaplain* LAST ROLL CALL Name* FIRING OF VOLLEYS Firing Party* SOUNDING OF TAPS Bugler

*Please Stand

* The attached checklists were designed for Memorial Ceremonies in the US but can be adapted for any deployment and to the specific unit and its location.

Commander’s Memorial Checklist

HAS THE COMMANDER OR THE OIC: YES NO DATE

1. Coordinated with the Command Group (SGS) prior to determining time and date of ceremony. ____ ____ _______

2. Communicated with executive services and command group immediately after learning of the planned attendance by a flag officer, government official, or other VIP. ____ ____ _______3. Routed event flyer through Command Chaplain’s Secretary for distribution. ____ ____ _______

4. Informed family & friends through CAO of deceased about the date/time/place of the ceremony and confirm whether family members will be present. ____ ____ _______

5. Scheduled a full rehearsal NLT than 24 hrs prior to the ceremony/service. ____ ____ _______

6. Certified the accuracy of the information of the deceased which appear in the memorial ceremony bulleting and so informed the chaplain. ____ ____ _______

7. Coordinated the movement of the squadron/battalion colors to the chapel. ____ ____ _______

8. Coordinated with Protocol for all necessary flags. ____ ____ _______



9. Coordinated the arrival of the proper equipment (M-4 or equivalent w/bayonet, empty magazine, Kevlar helmet, ID tags, photo, and boots) at the chapel for rehearsals and ceremony. ____ ____ _______

10. Designated ushers for the ceremony and arranged for their arrival at the chapel NLT 1 hour prior to the ceremony

(Class A or ACU’s on deployment). ____ ____ _______11. Designated an escort for the family (if applicable). ____ ____ _______12. Coordinated the seating arrangement of Command Group, VIPs, family members (if applicable), and special guests. ____ ____ _______13. Designated the senior leader (NCO) for conducting the Last Roll Call. ____ ____ _______

14. Coordinated for a bugler. ____ ____ _______

15. Coordinated for musicians, singer, and bagpipes (if desired), for ceremony, rehearsal, and to arrive NLT 30 minutes prior to the ceremony. ____ ____ _______16. Planned for medical support (if applicable) ____ ____ _______17. Arranged for participation and rehearsals of rifle-firing team. ____ ____ _______18. Planned for retrieving all items used in the memorial display. ____ ____ _______

19. Designated a set-up and clean up detail. ____ ____ _______20. Reviewed all NCO and Company Grade leadership remarks ____ ____ _______

Officiating Chaplain’s Checklist (UMT)

HAS THE OFFICIATING CHAPLAIN (UMT): YES NO DATE

1. Coordinated with the Commander concerning time, date, and location of the ceremony and notified the supervisory technical chain. ____ ___ _______

2. Coordinated the use of a chapel for rehearsal and execution of the ceremony.

____ ___ _______

3. Coordinated the services of musicians and provided guidance on music.

____ ___ _______

4. Coordinate back-up music support (CD-ROM, etc.) ____ ___ _______

5. Prepared the Memorial Ceremony bulletin for command and supervisory chaplain approval.

____ ___ _______

6. Presented copies of the bulletin for the Command Chaplain Office NLT 4 hrs prior to the ceremony.

____ ___ _______

7. Selected appropriate scripture and remarks. ____ ___ _______



8. Offer to assist the commander in preparing his/her remarks. ____ ___ _______

9. Reviewed all soldier tribute remarks for command approval. (Get copies)

____ ___ _______

10. Ensured all Soldier Tribute remarks are legibly written and in the hands of the speakers.

____ ___ _______11. Ascertained if family or civilian friends of the deceased will be

attending the ceremony/service (if so, notify the Chaplain Technical Chain). ____ ___ _______

12. Clarified Chaplain and Chaplain Assistant duties. ____ ___ _______13. Coordinated with the OIC concerning the details and the

rehearsal of the ceremony to include timing of Last Roll Call, honor guard salute (volleys), and Taps. ____ ___ _______

14. Conducted a rehearsal NLT 24hrs prior to the ceremony/service under the guidance of the supervisory Chaplain. ____ ___ _______

15. Carefully instructed the ushers regarding seating. ____ ___ _______

16. Ensure the stand for display stand(s) are positioned at the chapel. ____ ___ _______

Battalion Checklist

Has the Battalion/Squadron: Proponent YES NO DATE1. Processed Soldier’s rank and awards. S1 ____ ___ ______2. Completed Soldier(s) biographies and forward for proof reading and

the program. S1 ____ ___ ______

3. Coordinate with set-up detail NCOIC and CSM. S1 ____ ___ ______4. Produced an OPORD for clarity of any additional CO guidance. S3 ____ ___ ______5. Coordinate with higher chain of command and Chief of Staff for any

exceptions to policy. S3 ____ ___ ______

6. Reserved parking and seating plan S3 ____ ___ ______7. Coordinated with TAS-C for any video support (if applicable). S3 ____ ___ ______8. Coordinated for bugler. S3 ____ ___ ______9. Coordinated for bagpipes. S3 ____ ___ ______10. Coordinate for honor guard firing volleys. S3 ____ ___ ______11. Coordinated for PAO or media coverage S3 ____ ___ ______12. Arranged bus transportation for Soldiers. S4 ____ ___ ______13. Reserved DFAC. S4 ____ ___ ______14. Provided weapon w/ bayonet, boots, ID Tags, Kevlar helmet

(complete), framed photo, items to give family after ceremony. CSM ____ ___ ______15. Coordinated travel arrangements and/or hotel reservations. (states) CAO ____ ___ ______16. Coordinated family transportation. (stateside) CAO ____ ___ ______17. Coordinated pianist/vocalist. CHAP ____ ___ ______



18. Reviewed program sequence of events. CHAP ____ ___ ______19. Prepared program bulletin to include printing CHAP ____ ___ ______20. Passed FRG attendee’s names to S3. (stateside) FRG ____ ___ ______21. Arranged child care (if applicable-stateside). FRG ____ ___ ______22. Arranged memorial scrapbook. (stateside) FRG23. Determined A/V requirements. S6 ____ ___ ______24. Coordinated back up music CD (National Anthem, bagpipes, Taps) S6 ____ ___ ______25. Conducted recon of chapel A/V equipment S6 ____ ___ ______26. Prepared cell phone “quick phone number card” for all essential

coordinating personnel S6 ____ ___ ______

27. Prepared Colors and stands. CSM ____ ___ ______28. Identified names of set-up detail & NCOIC w/ all contact information. CSM ____ ___ ______29. Identified ushers and head usher.30. Identified names of speakers. CSM ____ ___ ______



Enclosure 10Ramp Ceremony and RST Duties

#1. This is not your “EVENT.”-CSM’s and CDR’s are in charge-Airfield Location-Air Force in charge of aircraft-Casualty Affairs with body

BASICS

--PURPOSE: send a deceased service member’s body home in a dignified manner --Not a memorial service or ceremony--Ceremony lasts approx. 15 minutes--Will be conducted within 24 hours of death generally--Does not replace doing a memorial service or ceremony

BE PREPARED

--Notification process: who, what, when, where--Brief your CDR/CSM ahead of time on ceremony--Have a “format” in mind for your part

-your faith group-faith group of deceased-unit particulars

--Chaplain’s speaking part equals approx. 5 minutes maximum!--Planning time constraints

A DEATH OCCURS

--Notification procedure followed--Role of TF staff, TF CSM, Unit CSM, TF Chaplain--Determine Faith Group of soldier--Talk to friends, leaders, unit if possible--Critical Event Debrief: when, where, who?

-CH, PSY, CSD--Unit CSM selects participants, uniform, Unit Color’s--TF arranges transportation of deceased and detail; determines movement time

-UMT vehicle?

UMT PREPARATION

--CH talks to CDR/CSM/Unit soldiers/TF Chaplain--CH Asst. prepares vehicle for movement



--Select scripture verse, writes prayer--Obtain biographical information—minimum needed--Know and prepare uniform for ceremony--Have Bible, stole, or specific faith group items--Review TF Ramp Ceremony sequence of events--Must know your “part” and movements--Contact Airfield or Unit Chaplain--Coordinate all activities with TF Chaplain

MOVEMENT TO AIRFIELD

--Be on TIME for all movements--Ensure you have everything you will need--Be prepared for delays i.e., food, water, fuel, etc.--Be prepared for minimum rehearsal time due to delays

ARRIVAL AT AIRFIELD

--Do not leave your detail without a communication plan in effect--Detail will move to airfield together --Rehearsal time (av. T-4 hrs.)--CH meets casket detail and OIC/NCOIC--Inspect aircraft ramp, floor, and front door--Unit arrives on airfield (T-1 hr.)--Full rehearsal (T-45 min.)

RAMP CEREMONY

--CH integrated with casket detail; ceremony begins T hour--CH Asst. on standby for CSM--Headgear is worn, stole prepared--Movement commands given by OIC/NCOIC--Vehicle arrives with deceased--Movement to vehicle--Movement to casket stand--Chaplain speaks--Movement to aircraft--Exit aircraft—movement to formation--Aircraft departs Airfield



Enclosure 11CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS DEBRIEFING

DEFINITION: A psycho-educational process to mitigate the impact of a critical incident upon personnel.

GOALS: To accelerate normal recovery of normal people having normal reactions to abnormal events.

DESIGNED TO PROVIDE:1. Education2. Ventilation3. Reassurance4. Forewarning of what might happen re: Feelings, cognitions, physically,

behaviorally5. Reduction of the fallacy of uniqueness6. Reduction of the fallacy of abnormality7. Positive interaction with mental health personnel8. Group cohesiveness9. Inter-agency cooperation10.Prevention of psychological sequel11.Screening for more intensive intervention12.Referrals

INDICATORS FOR DEBRIEFING:1. Suicide of a member of a command while on duty2. Death of a worker while on duty3. Multi-casualty incident with severe injuries4. Serious injury to a member in the line of duty

BASIC PRINCIPLES TO KEEP IN MIND:1. Assume that people are potentially capable of managing their own problems with

proper support.2. Assume that people are normal until proven otherwise.3. Focus on current life problems.4. Keep people in the here and now. Give advice with extreme caution.5. Reinforce positive activities and coping behaviors.6. Frequently remind people of their skills and strengths.7. Never be pushy. Be ready to be rejected but remain available for support.



CISD FORMAT

1. INTRODUCTORY PHASE

10 - 15 MINUTES

Name, I am the leader today; others are here with me, etc.I am connected with this field through...

We are here today because of the incident A critical incident is any event which is generally outside the range of normal human experience. It would evoke significant reactions in anyone. The CISD is an educational process. It is useful because it can mitigate the impact and accelerate the normal recovery in normal people having normal reactions to abnormal events.

When people talk they get better Everything is confidential Nothing is to shared outside this room Everything is off the record…..no reports for files, etc.This is not a critique…..we're not fixing blame.We need to make a pact, to develop a sense of trust today.Do not have to talk if you do not want to but research shows…… I will ask two questions……………it is better if you do speak up.

Some ground rules…. talk for yourself --about your stuff-- not judgments about others.Do not leave--if you must please return--there are no breaks--if some necessity arises return quietly--Chance to ventilate--to share--to process some of your impressions.

2. FACT PHASE

I was not there--set the scene for me.

We will go around in the circle--tell me your name -- what was your job, your role out there.What was your first contact with the scene…What did you see when you arrived--what were the sounds--what were the--smells....Briefly describe what happened-- kind of walk through it

(If a "feeling" is mentioned, acknowledge with a simple phrase, e.g., "wow, that's tough." Make sure all in circle are given the chance to speak in turn.)

3. THOUGHT PHASE

(Go around for the second and last time).What was your first thought when you got there?



What did you say to yourself?What was your first thought after you went off "auto-pilot?"(acknowledge "feeling" as above -- comment: we will come back to that again…later).

4. REACTION PHASE

(THE CORE -- about 15 -20 minutes)What was your first reaction?What was going on inside you?What was really tough about this event for you?Was this incident similar to any other for you?What was the worst part about this incident for you?What sticks out as the worst part?

5. SYMPTOM PHASE

(another core part)You have mentioned some pretty tough stuff ……some scary stuff Now did you notice at the scene if your breathing changed?Anyone notice sweating palms…….or how you tried to remember the name of some tool and drew a blank?Were the sounds kind of muffled…… or maybe you did not hear anything around you ….. did you notice tremors?That was then………what about 24 hours later?Anyone feel like snapping at your spouse or best friend?What about right now …… it's been about _____ days?

(emphasize the 4 categories of stress symptoms…..that is….Cognitive, physical emotional, and behavioral. Keep in mind that the first three lead to a behavioral change).

6. TEACHING PHASE

(could be one hour ----- a key section)You said_______,someone said __________, you mentioned___________________.These are all normal reactions.That is not uniqueWe often hear___________________ mentioned.Something may even start up now that you hadn't noticed before.Dreams are good……….helpful because………..You may get________________or__________________.Humor can be helpful sometimes_________until maybe you get uncomfortable with it going



too far……….. we all need humor in the right amount.How about your families? Sometimes interactions are difficult or different at this time.Move into education using handouts (if needed).Debriefers can be prepared to discuss:

Deep breathing techniques…….demonstrate a simple oneVictim responses and themes of immortalitySuicidal issues if that is part of the incident.Life cycle and possible identification with victims which would greatly increase

their sensitivity.Stimuli can now trigger another reaction or response connected with this incident.

Gather knowledge about any issue related to the incident, e.g., infant death, manmade versus natural disaster; war veteran stresses.

Family interactions and how to keep them normal and at the same time besupportive of the emergency responder………..how he/she can identifyhis/her needs to family members.

7. RE-ENTRY PHASE

Any questions?Any comments?Anything else to discuss?(peers summarize, give feedback, link up with others)

(Debriefers attend to any unfinished business, any sense that something is not said which must be said……….say it……..get closure)



Enclosure 12THE RELIGIOUS SUPPORT ESTIMATE

In essence, planning requires full definition of the mission, collection of all pertinent information, development and analysis of options, and finally, a decision which forms the basis for a plan or order. This process is a continuous cycle. Planning is as thorough as time allows. The KEY to successful planning is anticipation of future events and being prepared for contingencies

1. Religious support doesn't "just happen." It takes planning and preparation. With the press of time and the many needs that exist on the battlefield, it is impossible to provide comprehensive religious support without a good plan and effective preparation. Tactical planning begins with the assignment of a mission or with the commander's recognition of a requirement. It continues until the mission is complete.

2. The basic tool for making sound decisions in religious support planning is the estimate of the situation. The UMT needs to use this tool, with whatever time and information are available, to develop the most effective religious support plan possible. Although the estimate follows a logical, sequential format, generally there is often not enough time to conduct a formal, in-depth analysis on the battlefield. The team ought to memorize the format of the estimate and the planning tools so it can make sound decisions quickly. The more time there is available the more detailed the estimate should be, however.

3. The basic building blocks of the estimate are found in the acronym METT-TC (Mission, Enemy, Terrain and Weather, Troops, Time Available, and Civilians). During mission analysis and situation analysis, these factors are analyzed in relation to each other. When facts are not available, the chaplain should make logical assumptions based on experience and knowledge. The UMT should follow these steps in preparing the estimate:

4. Analyze the mission. The mission is the primary task(s) to be accomplished by the unit. It contains "constraints on action" and elements of who, what, when, where, and why. Mission analysis enables one to fully understand the assigned mission and to identify specified and implied tasks conditional to success, Specific information to look for includes:

a. What type of mission is the unit conducting? Airborne/Air Assault Operation? Offense or Defense? Movement to Contact, hasty or deliberate attack? Defense in sector? FOB Operations? COP or JSS occupation? Is there a passage of Lines involved? Forward/Rearward?



b. "Specified Tasks" are stated in the following portions of the OPORD: - Mission Statement (para. 2)

Concept of the Operation (or Scheme of Maneuver) (para. 3a) Specific instructions (para. 3b) Coordinating instructions (last subparagraph of paragraph 3) Execution matrix Operations overlay

c. "Implied Tasks" are additional tasks that may not be stated, but are required to accomplish the mission. They are non-routine or inherent tasks that must be performed to accomplish the mission. Additional considerations are found in Endnote

d. What is the Task organization? Are there any changes from normal? Attachments or detachments? Any division, corps, or theater units in AO?

e. What is the main effort - friendly (offense)/enemy (defense)? Which units are first/next into battle?

f. Are there any stated constraints? Examples: "No soft-skin vehicles forward of the LD." "No movement before 0600." "Radio listening silence before crossing LD."

g. What is the maneuver plan? Phases of the operation (date/times/triggers for phase changes?)

h. Is there an obstacle plan? (Engineer Annex)

i. What is the CSS plan? (Service Support Annex) Where are the LRPS? What are the LOGPAC times? What is the HSS plan? Casualty projections? Ambulance Exchange Points? Where? When? BAS locations? Are there any plans to send out forward treatment teams?

5. Analyze the situation. Gather information about the enemy, terrain and weather, time available, and troops.

a. Enemy Situation: What are the threats to travel in the brigade AO? Any enemy recon expected - when? Indirect fire threat? Air threat?



Insurgent activity? What is the expected strength of the enemy forces? What is the estimated time of arrival in the AO?

b. Terrain and Weather: What factors of the terrain will impact on RS operations (OCOKA)? What are the effects on trafficability? What are the effects on friendly and enemy air? When is BMNT/EENT?

c. Time Available How much time until friendly forces begin moving from assembly areas? ... for

coordination? ... for rehearsals? ... for movement? ...for ministry? Use a reverse-planning schedule ... beginning with execution of RSP and

working backward to the present.] Use a time/distance formula to compute UMT SP times. Time (1) = Distance

(D)/Rate (R)

d. Troops What is the status of the soldiers in the unit? What are their locations? What is their logistics situation? What is the status of the soldiers: Mental and Physical? What are the special needs of the soldiers now? Spiritually? Denominationally? Which soldiers were most affected by the last battle? What is the state of unit morale and its effect on both mission

accomplishments now and in the future? What effect is the weather having on the soldiers and their equipment? What

is the state of training and discipline-of soldiers? What activities are the soldiers engaged in? What kind of access do the UMT’s have to the soldiers? What is the potential for gathering soldiers together? Now? Later?

6. Based on the analysis, develop possible courses of action (COA’s).



SAMPLE RELIGIOUS SUPPORT ESTIMATE

References: Maps, charts, and other relevant documents.

1. MISSION. The purpose of the estimate normally is to determine the best course of action to execute the religious support mission. The mission statement is derived from the commander’s mission analysis and states the task(s) to be accomplished and the purpose to be achieved.

2. THE SITUATION AND COURSE OF ACTION.

a. Consideration Affecting the Possible Courses of Action.

(1) Operations to be supported. The Chaplain considers the nature of the operations to be supported, the strength and disposition of units UMT’s, unusual support requirements, and other factors pertaining to the UMT that will likely affect the scope and size of the religious support mission.

(2) Characteristics of the area of operations. The chaplain considers the same factors as the supported commander. He applies these factors to the conduct of the UMT mission to determine the affects of the area’s characteristics on the accomplishment of the mission. These characteristics are:

(a) Weather. -light data effect -trafficability -temperature -precipitation

(b) Terrain. -access, trafficability, travel restrictions, OCOKA

(c) Indigenous religions and impact on area operations (d) Religious shrines, artifacts, or sacred places in AO

(e) Holy days, rituals, customs(f) Other pertinent factors.

(3) Enemy situation. The chaplain considers enemy capabilities that are a threat to the UMT operations.

Who? When?

Where? Insurgents? Sympathizers?



Religion and enemies motivation? How enemy can threaten RS mission?

(4) Friendly situation. The chaplain considers those aspects of the friendly situation that make the accomplishment of the religious support mission more difficult: Strengths? Weaknesses?

(a) Tactical Situation.-Unit locations-Courses of Action-Projected operations and priorities-Planning time for unit visits and services-Security to move to unit locations

(b) Personnel -UMT personnel shortages-UMT augmentees-Location of UMT’s by phases

(c) Logistics -Religious support materials-Fuel, water, food-Communication

(d) Civil-Military Operations.-religious attitudes of civilian population-religious activities of civilian population-religious organizations and leaders in AO-religious schools in AO-religious implications on courses of action-negative impact on local religious climate

(e) Transportation-UMT vehicle status-Alternative movement plan for UMT in AO

(f) Health Service Support (1) Casualty Estimates

-number-area of density-evacuation time and distance

(2) Health of Command -acclimatization -morale/unit cohesion -levels of fatigue/sleep loss/anxiety -percentage of casualties expected -intensity of combat expected an its impact -level of training, combat experience, leadership -home front stressors (3) Health Services Support



-MEDEVAC points -CASH locations -Combat Stress Detachment assets

(g) Religious Support Situation (1) Critical Religious/ Holy days during operation (2) Religious, moral, morale issues affecting troops (3) Ethical issues and impact on unit (4) Religion Preference Profile (RPP) of unit (5) Critical Points: -medical aid stations locations -ambulance exchange points -Tactical assembly areas (TAA) -FLOT, FOB’s, COP’s, JSS’s -Forward Support Battalion Medical location -Logistics Resupply Point’s -Landing zones pick up zones, drop zones

(6) Area Support Requirements -Units without assigned UMT -Field Trains of forward deployed units -Units whose UMT cannot access them in AO:

engineers, signal, intelligence, air defense, military police, transportation elements, etc.

-Distinctive Faith Groups (DFG) requirements; how to pick up and move DFG chaplains around unit areas?

(7) Religious support for EPW’s and detainees (8) Guidance on liaison with faith based NGO’s (9) Memorial Ceremony guidance and unit preparation

b. Anticipated Difficulties or Difficulty Patterns. The chaplain determines and lists difficulties in the existing or projected situation that may influence accomplishment of the UMT mission. These difficulties are derived from considerations in paragraph 2a of the estimate, and the chaplain uses them in the analysis paragraph of the estimate.

c. Own Course of Action. The chaplain list feasible courses of action to accomplish the UMT mission by phases.

-Who –What –When –Where –Why -How

3. ANALYSIS OF COURSE OF ACTION. The chaplain examines the COA’s and determines the probable effect of each significant difficulty on the success of each course of action. He may accomplish this in two steps:



-Selecting those significant difficulties that oppose the friendly courses of action formulated and stated in paragraph 2c of the estimate.

-Analyzing each course of action stated in paragraph 2c of the estimate against each selected difficulty.

4. COMPARISON OF COURSES OF ACTION. After the analysis, the chaplain compares the course of action to determine which course of action promises to be the most successful in accomplishing the religious support mission.

-Priorities for Religious Support by phase?-Unit/Area Religious support available?-Adjustments?-Critical points?-Additional Support?-Host nation Support?

5. DECISION (RECOMMENDATION.) In this paragraph, the chaplain translates the course of action selected into a statement of what the UMT is to do in the

elements of who, what, where, when, why, and how.



Enclosure 13

Morale and Religious Needs Assessment

1. What is the unit’s physical/psychological condition?

2. What is the unit’s spiritual condition? (crisis of faith, fear, guilt, deep grief, despair)

3. What religious resources of comfort and support are available?

4. What is the unit’s casualties’ rate and status in unit?

5. What requests do the soldiers have for spiritual help?

(Prayer, Anointing, Confession, Absolution, Communion, Baptism)

6. Are Lay leaders available to assist?

7. Are services advertised by command and attended by soldiers?

8. Are referrals from the chaplain carried through by chain of command?

9. What was the unit’s morale before the battle, during, and afterwards?

10. Has unit been successful in battle? How long have they been committed to battle?

11. Influence of weather and terrain on soldiers and mission?

12. What are leaders doing that is positive? Negative?

13. Were the soldiers/leaders well cared for?

14. What impact is public opinion back home having on soldiers?

15. Do the soldiers believe in the mission? Are they confident of their role?

16. What is the state of the unit’s discipline?

17. What concerns do the soldiers have about their family’s welfare? Any recent contact

by mail, phone or email?

18. What complaints do the soldiers/leaders have?

19. Do the soldiers have confidence in their ability to perform the mission?

20. Do the soldiers have confidence in their leadership?



Enclosure 14

THE RELIGIOUS SUPPORT PLAN and ANNEX

Based on the estimate, the RS TACSOP, and the chosen COA, formulate a plan for religious support and prepare an Annex or Appendix for the OPORD. When preparing the plan, some of the following should be considered:

a. Is it based on the COA decided upon in the estimate process?b. Does it describe RS for phase of the operation?c. Does it assign priorities for RS?d. Would an execution matrix be useful?e. Does it include RS requirements assigned by division?f. Does it assign RS missions to each of the UMTS?g. Does it include when and where the UMT will provide RS to the unit?h. Does it include coordinating instructions, particularly for any

denominational support available?i. Does it unnecessarily duplicate information from the RS TACSOP?

Does it provide for religious support IAW the TACSOP and RSP/Annex:

a. to the headquarters elements.b. to soldiers in the line units and other supporting elements (i.e., scouts,

mortars)c. to subordinate unit ministry teams. d. to soldiers in the field trains in the support areas.e. to soldiers from outside the unit who are in the area temporarily.f. to units in the AO which do not have organic RSg. to casualties (at Aid Stations, Ambulance Exchange Points, the Forward

Support Medical Company, or wherever they are found.)h. to casualties when a subordinate unit ministry teams become combat

ineffective. i. during reorganization, reconstitution, or regeneration.



Enclosure 15Notes on Worship in Combat

- There should be no limit to the effort to get to the soldiers to do services…they are counting on you.

- Take whatever time is necessary to schedule the services with the units.- Spread assets…never travel with another chaplain. There are never enough

chaplains to afford two in one place at the same time.- Be prepared to conduct a service on a moment’s notice…always carry a sermon in

your hip pocket. You might come upon a unit moments before they are to depart on a mission. A few moments of worship may make a big difference.

- Many of your services will be ecumenical…denominational coverage, especially Catholic, will be limited in Combat.

- In all your travels around to see soldiers, don’t forget the one’s in the area where you bivouac over night. Start with an early morning service there. You never know when you are going to come back to them.

- Whenever you travel to a site to do services, be prepared to stay overnight, if your transportation breaks down or is unable to get back to pick you up…this especially true when going by helicopter.

- Soldiers like to sing…use familiar hymns, and use many.- Use songs of celebration soldiers need their spirits lifted in combat…they have

enough opportunity to be “down.”- Give soldiers a chance to share what is on their minds during the service.- Pray for families, WIA’s, KIA’s, MIA’s during the services.- Pray for the future – for courage, diligence, care and concern for buddies, to be

ready with God if death should come.- Chaplains in the past have discovered that soldiers want to celebrate communion

nearly every time they worship.- Ask soldiers to examine themselves according to the traditions and dictates of their

faith and beliefs before participating in communion.- Start a new sermon on Sunday…then use it during the week wherever you go.- Pick up sermon illustrations during the week as you meet with soldiers.- Pick up seed thoughts and ideas for sermons during the week as well.- Limit sermons to 10-12 minutes…make a point and stop…service time of 30 minutes- Sermons should emphasize the Presence of Christ.- Sermon topics that are well received:

- The quality vs. the quantity of life- Setting goals and priorities- Real support systems- Stories of faith…and those who were/are mighty in it.- Eternal life and being prepared for it.

- Consider using acrostic sermons. Words like “Combat”, “Hope”, “Refit”, “Soldier”, “Shield”, etc., can be used as simple sermon outlines to which a multitude of concepts can be attached. They have the value of being “re-memorable” and can be



used quickly all week. Choose words that fit the current situations…soldiers will be reminded of the sermon idea every time the encounter the word or idea.Enclosure 24 (cont)

- Helpful to explain and interpret the sacraments to many of the soldiers whom may have no “religious” background.

- Consider doing communion by intinction in warm weather; grape juice spoils quickly.- Be prepared to do back-to-back services at one location…one group of soldiers may

need to pull security while the other worships …and then they may want to switch places.

- Soldiers will come to services more often in the field than in the rear…when death is near, soldier will admit their need to be right with God.

- In some situations, you might find yourself doing “foxhole services” walking the perimeter, conducting short services wherever you find a couple of soldiers. This is as valid a ministry as preaching from a cathedral pulpit.

- Helpful to stick around for awhile after the service to discuss your sermon with the soldiers… gives them a chance to ask questions and make comments.



Enclosure 16TROOP LEADING PROCEDURES

1. Receive Mission2. Issue Warning Order3. Make Tentative Plan4. Initiate Movement5. Reconnaissance6. Complete Plan7. Issue Order8. Supervise and Refine Plan

WARNING ORDER

1. Heading: Statement Warning Order2. Situation3. Attachments/Detachments4. Earliest Movement Time5. Nature of the Operation6. Time and Place of OPERDER7. Admin./Log Information8. Acknowledgment

Gives advance notice of Action/orders to follow Gives subordinate maximum time to prepare Is brief (written or oral) 1/3-2/3 rule

CONVOY—ROADMARCH ANNEX

1. SP and time release signal2. RP and RP identification3. Control Points (TCP’s)4. Primary/Alternative routes5. Route marking system6. Route security system7. March order8. Method of release9. Speed/interval10. Actions at danger area

a. Ambushb. Blocking Ambushc. Choke aread. Obstacle/minefields



e. Exposed Area11.Contingency Plan for downed vehicles12.Freq. And alternative Freq.13.Air attack procedure14.Routes within defended area assets15.Pre-planned TRP’s on Route16.Occupation of Positions17.NBC Hazard areas18.Location of CDR During Movement

STAFF COORDINATOR’S CHECKLISTFor Actions

- Check pertinent background information.- Seek your chief’s/boss’s guidance.- Develop a course of action consistent with current written or oral policy.- Are all facts (pro and con) given? Are they accurately stated?- Does the course of action represent the best position?- Can I justify my proposal if called upon to do so?- Are all administrative procedure completed and accurate?- Is the paper concise and clearly written?- Would you sign the paper yourself if you were the official?- Determine who will coordinate and insure that each has a continuing interest in the

substance of the paper.- Seek your chief’s/boss’s guidance, if necessary, to determine who should

coordinate.- Insure that the coordinators’ proper symbols are listed according to appropriate

HQ’s.- Map out your coordination plan. – “Whose signature do I get first?”- Indicate your own coordination on the yellow (coordination) copy of the paper before

obtaining any other coordination.- Coordinate the paper within your own unit/directorate first, and get the signature of

your chief/boss on the paper so coordinators know they’re coordinating your offices’ position – not you opinion.

- Coordinate by telephone when feasible.- If a non-concurrence cannot be resolved with the appropriate official, attach the non-

concurrence to the package and submit a summary of the disputed issues to your chief/boss. Show future coordinators the non-concurrence.

- Provide copies of papers you originate to coordinators only when they request and require them.



Enclosure 17

SUICIDE INTERVENTION

1. Strengthen ability to cope. Buy time.

2. Establish rapport and build trust. Reduce,/stop destructive acts,devise new methods to deal with stress

3. Expand the common frame of reference. Define what is meant?

4. Clarify the immediate problem. Internal, interpersonal, physical.What Brought it on?

5. Assess the level of danger:1) Have you been thinking of killing yourself?2) What’s happened to make life not worth living?3) How will you do it?4) How often do you do it? If there is a definite plan – Get Help5) How long do the thoughts stay with you?6) Have you ever attempted suicide?7) Have you been drinking heavy/drugs lately?8) Has anyone in your family committed/attempted it?9) Is there anyone/anything to stop you?10)On scale of 1-10, what’s the probability that you will kill yourself?

6 Give messages of caring and hope.- Permission - Change, they can do it- Protection - Not alone, really have help- Potency - Trust, credibility

7. Generate alternatives: Defer decision to take their life, newperceptions, alternative solutions to issue.

8. Make “No-Suicide” contract. Mutual, participation, single, accountability.

9. Take Action. Contact Div. Psychologist, Escort individual over to Mental Health, notify command.

John 14:1 John 14: 15-18 Ps 27:1Ps 91:1-6 Ps 34:17-19 Ps 107:10, 12-15Ps 139:1-5 MH 11:28-30 Ps 23



Enclosure 18Suicide Awareness Hip Pocket Class

Most people who attempt suicide really do not want to die. They are asking for help.

WARNING SIGNS- Confusion, financial loss, loss of social

status- Family history, previous attempts,

feeling of failure- Talk about death, no roots, no social

relationships- Withdrawal, recent break up with

someone, drug use- Alcohol abuse, divorce, depression,

dramatic change in health

PRIMARY SIGNS- Hopelessness, helplessness,

worthlessness

DANGER SIGNS- Traumatic situations- Depressive symptoms- Verbal warnings- Behavioral changes

DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS- Changes in behavior or attitude- withdrawal- sadness- weight change- irritability- emotional flatness

VERBAL WARNINGS- I’m going to kill myself- I’d be better off dead- I just can’t go on any longer- You won’t be seeing me around

anymore

BEHAVIORAL WARNINGS- Giving away possessions- Putting affairs in order- Composing suicidal note

- Buying a gun unexpectedly- Obsession with death

THINGS TO REMEMBER- Take threats seriously- Answer cries for help- Confront the problem- Tell them you care- Get help

WHAT NOT TO DO!- Leave the person alone- Assume they will not be the “type”- Keep it secret- Act shocked- Argue or reason with them- Analyze their feelings for them- Challenge them to do it

WHAT TO DO!- Improve their situation- Keep them busy and active- Change of pace- Exercise- Talk things over- Try new approach- Learn relaxation techniques- Eat and sleep better- Learn coping methods- Get help: chaplain, doctor, mental

health

ACE FORMAT BOTTOM LINE- Believe it- Listen carefully- Get help-EXPLAIN WHY- Be there for them--stay close

SUICIDE IS PREVENTABLE!



Enclosure 19Anger Control Hip Pocket Class

Sequence Why Anger Control Definition of Anger Impact of Anger Example of Impact of Anger Where Do Emotions Come From Who is in Charge of Your Anger Reasons For Anger

Sequence Control Keys to Controlling Your Anger Steps in Controlling Anger Respond Don’t React Taking Control of Your Anger Summary Conclusion

Why Anger Control Anger Causes Stress Anger Causes Abuse of All Types Anger Causes Pain

Definition of AngerA feeling of great displeasure or hostility toward someone or something caused by a sense of injury or wrong; rage; wrath.

Impact of Anger First comes the incident or event Second is the individuals values or beliefs

about the incident Third is the individuals emotional response

Examples of Anger’s Impact Soldiers going to a Battalion organizational

day are waiting for one soldier Soldiers become anxious They get angry with the soldier who is lateWhere do emotions come from? What steps are necessary to make you

angry? What happens physically to let you know

your angry? What make you angry?

Who is in charge of your anger? My Commander? My Sergeant? My Wife? My Husband? My Friend? Me?

Reasons For Anger We think negative thoughts We lose control of the situation

Keys to Controlling Your Anger You are the one to control your anger Only you can control your thinking Negative thought = Anger

Steps In Controlling Anger Don’t make assumptions about others Don’t think for others Don’t inflate situations Don’t use “should” statements

Respond Don’t React Stop negative fantasies Think about possibilities Put things into perspective

Taking Control of Your Anger Admit your anger Think about the end results Talk about your anger Let go of your anger Forgive others

Summary Understand what anger is Know why you get angry Who is in charge of my anger Take control of my angerConclusionAnger does not have to control you, but you need to control it to have positive relationships in life.

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STRESS MANAGEMENT and COPING SKILLS Hip Pocket Class

WHY STRESS MANAGEMENT?- “Buddy system”- Early Intervention- Stops Escalation

DEFINITION OF STRESS“The non-specific response of the body to any demand placed upon it”

TYPES OF STRESS- Distress- Hyperstress - Hypostress

STRESS PROCESSPhase 1 – AlarmPhase 2 – ResistancePhase 3 – Exhaustion

BODY RESPONSE- Increased Adrenaline- Increased Heart Rate- Pupil Dilation- Increased Blood Digestion- Dry Mouth- Sweating

IMPACT OF STRESS IN YOU- Aggression - Anxiety- Apathy - Depression- Diarrhea - Dry mouth- Fatigue - Inability to Concentrate- Frustration - Forgetfulness- Nausea - Numbness-tingling- Nervousness - Irritability- Nightmares - Low self-esteem

IMPACT OF STRESS IN OTHERS- Denial - Use of Drugs/alcohol- Risk Taking - Emotional Outburst- Smoking - Changes in Eating- Restlessness - Speech Disorder- Trembling - Impulsive Behavior

SOURCES OF STRESS- Environment- Home- Diet- Work/Unit

ENVIRONMENT – SOURCE OF STRESS- Pollution - Crowding- Temperature - Noise- Change - Sleep Loss- Catastrophes - Combat

HOME - SOURCE OF STRESS- Children - Family demands- Spouse - Time Management- Finances - Moving- Relatives - Illness- Role

DIET – SOURCE OF STRESS- Salt - Unbalanced Meal- Fat - Under-eating- Caffeine - Over- eating- Sugar - Dieting

WORK/UNIT – SOURCE OF STRESS- Commander - Subordinate- Expectations - Deployments- Role - OER/EER- Mission - 1SG/PSG

CONTROL STRATEGIES- Ways to Increase Stress- Ways to Decrease Stress

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WAYS TO INCREASE STRESSControl Strategies- Only Work - Focus On Symptoms- Do Not Rest - Focus On Tomorrow- Forget Dieting - Do Not Delegate- Tense Up - Give Out Stress- Beat Yourself - Don’t Ventilate

WAYS TO REDUCE STRESSControl Strategies- Talk to others - Eat Balanced Meals- Get Sleep - Increase Awareness- Be Realistic - Exercise Slowly- Avoid Stress - Have Quiet Time- Delegate - Learn to Relax

EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT- Recognize Stress- Identify Sources- Create Coping Strategy- Implement Your Strategy

STRESS COPING SKILLS- What is Stress- Signs of Stress- Coping with Stress

SIGNS OF STRESS-EMOTIONAL- Frustration - Fear- Worry - Anxiety- Anger - Depression- Hopelessness - Confusion

SIGNS OF STRESS-BEHAVIOR-Loss of appetite -decline of work performance-restlessness -fatigue/exhaustion-shakes -alcohol/drug issues-loss of interest -sleep changes

COPING WITH STRESS- Talk to someone you trust- Eat a minimum of three meals a day- Develop positive decisions- Pay attention to personal hygiene- Learn to relax- Set short term goals- Keep busy, stay active- Exercise

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Enclosure 21

REUNION Hip Pocket class

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME (As you knew it)

ICEBREAKERS Any specific plans when you get home? Have you talked to your wife/husband or girlfriend/boyfriend? How many children are you returning to?

ALL ABOUT OPTIONS! You spent how much money? Where is my stuff? I left it right here? Who are you? You kids behave!

VS. Hey you did a great job. It’s good to see you again. Hey kids, what’s new? Let’s take some time to find out what happened

with one another. I love you.

PURPOSETo prepare soldiers for the challenges of reunion so that problems can be minimized and positive aspects of homecoming can be maximized providing a smooth transition to reunion with family, children, and friends.

AGENDA Reunion Joys and Concerns Ways to Communicate Intimate Relationships Expectations of Change Stress Coping skills Sources of AssistanceWhy? Because everyone is affected Changes cause Stress Emotions are tense Everyone has expectations Some in agreement Some vastly different

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REUNION JOYS AND CONCERNS What is the first thing you are going to do when you get home? What is your spouse going to want? What are you concerns?

NUMBER ONEThings will not be exactly the way they were before. Respect Talk to them Expect adjustment Support/Time

NUMBER TWO Anticipation vs. Fantasy Be realistic, take it slow Don’t make sudden changes

WAYS TO COMMUNICATE Meaningful Communication Roadblocks to Communication Communication Skills Conclusion

MEANINGFUL COMMUNICATION Share your feelings and thoughts. Listen!!! Try to understand each other. Equals. Discuss problems, don’t avoid them. Old problems don’t disappear.

ROADBLOCKS TO COMMUNICATION Not listening, hearing the wrong message Mind reading Close minded Anger

COMMUNICATION SKILLS Focus on Speaker Focus on the positive Avoid to many “war” stories Watch your language Be patient Arrange Quiet time Check in with one another

INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS IN-TO-ME-SEE <- Not about sex alone

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Kinds of Intimacy Romance

KINDS OF INTIMACY Commitment Trust Closeness/Connections Private sharing of feelings/experiences Verbal/non-verbal Sex all of it! Mental + physical relationships

ROMANCE Another Honeymoon Period Many women want courtship, Romance Communicate your love; verbally/non-verbally Allow each other space and time Be sensitive to her needs, “tune in” Practice makes perfect = you have time for one another

EXPECTATIONS OF CHANGE Married Children and Reunion Single Parents Single Soldiers What to Expect

MARRIED Share responsibilities Be patient “power share/shift” Tell/show love for one another Learn Activities your wife’s involved in Talk regularly Work on being positive, can’t change past

CHILDREN AND REUNION Take it easy on them: have constant routine – don’t walk in as the “Heavy” Don’t send the kids away: give them time/affection Be patient/listen Expect some negative feelings, concerned about changes and the future = leaving

again?

SINGLE PARENTS Child care provider House Keeping

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Finances Self Care Relationships

SINGLE SOLDIERS You are different Support network change; PCS, ETS, Etc. Plan for the future; short/long term goals Consider relationships, meeting people Manage your stress The past you left is still there

CONCLUSION Reunion is a time to build stronger families and friendships Take it easy, slowly re-establish yourself in the family Be prepared for some adjustments Observe, listen, support your family Be good to yourself

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