Chaplain Corps

The mission of the chaplaincy is to provide religious support to Soldier, Family members, and authorized civilians. Chaplains assist commanders in providing for the free exercise of religion, religious and moral leadership, and ethical advisement.

U.S. Army Chaplain (Col.) Christopher J. Guadiz, senior Army chaplain, Hawaii Army National Guard (HIARNG), Joint Force Headquarters, shakes hands with Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Charles Poore during his promotion ceremony at Kalaeloa, Hawaii, May 4, 2024. Guadiz direct commissioned as a Chaplain Candidate in 1997 and has served as a chaplain for over 25 years. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Lianne M. Hirano)