ATP 1-05.02 — Religious Support To Funerals And Memorial Events
ATP 1-05.02 governs religious support during funeral services and memorial events across the range of Army military operations.
- Publication number: ATP 1-05.02
- Title: RELIGIOUS SUPPORT TO FUNERALS AND MEMORIAL EVENTS
- Date: 11/27/2018
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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ATP 1-05.02 covers funeral arrangements, care to the bereaved, military funerals, memorial ceremonies, memorial services, and ramp ceremonies. It requires chaplain sections and unit ministry teams to provide religious support and advisement to commanders, while its techniques serve as a guide and are not considered prescriptive.
Applies to: ATP 1-05.02 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and the United States Army Reserve, unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Funeral arrangements
- Care to the bereaved
- Military funerals
- Memorial ceremonies
- Memorial services
- Combatant theater memorial events
- Ramp ceremonies
- Presentation of the flag
Questions and answers
Are ATP 1-05.02 funeral and memorial techniques prescriptive?
The techniques contained in ATP 1-05.02 serve as a guide and are not considered prescriptive.
What does the Army require chaplain sections and UMTs to provide?
The Army requires chaplain sections and unit ministry teams (UMTs) to provide RS and advisement to commanders on the impact of religion. (paragraph 1-2)
What is the chaplain's primary role during military funerals and memorial events?
The chaplains primary role during military funerals and memorial events is to ensure the religious portion is provided for with sensitivity to the religious and emotional needs of the Family and the military unit of the deceased. (paragraph 1-5)
How long does a graveside service with a committal last?
The graveside service with a committal lasts approximately 15-20 minutes. (paragraph 2-28)
When do memorial events normally occur after a death?
Events will normally not occur less than 3 days or more than seven days after the death. (paragraph 3-17)