Chaplaincy Team
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General Doug Carver
Chaplain (Major General) Doug Carver, US Army, retired, is the Executive Director of Chaplaincy and Federal Endorser for the Southern Baptist Convention’s North American Mission Board. An advocate for the freedom of religion and the liberty of conscience, he oversees the endorsement process, pastoral support, and professional development of over 3,300 Southern Baptist Chaplains who faithfully carry the Gospel of Jesus Christ into various institutional settings in the United States and around the world.


Brent Bond
Senior Director of Chaplaincy/Public Service Endorser

Richard Ryan
Director of Chaplaincy/Federal Endorser

Hunter-Grace Jernigan
Chaplaincy Training Specialist

Carmen Pacheco
Executive Assistant

Noolie Yoon
Chaplaincy Endorsement Specialist
For those who serve as an SBC Chaplain, Chaplain Ambassadors are a network of support behind you focusing on your spiritual and emotional health. We are here to connect you to other SBC chaplains, encourage you as you do the work of a chaplain, respond to special needs as they arise, and constantly show appreciation.
Pastoral Care Line: 1-844-PASTOR1
A free, confidential help line for pastors. Trained, professional counselors are available every day from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. (EST).
Confidentiality is ensured by Focus on the Family.