SHAWAFBI52-105 — Chaplain Corps Facility Utilization

SHAWAFBI52-105 governs the scheduling, utilization, authorized use, and cleanliness of Shaw Air Force Base Chapel facilities.

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  • Publication number: SHAWAFBI52-105
  • Title: CHAPLAIN CORPS FACILITY UTILIZATION
  • Date: 2018-02-07

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It covers facility roles, request prioritization, scheduler duties, and use of Palmetto Chapel, Friendship Chapel, and the Chapel Annex. It requires approved facility requests and establishes restrictions for chapel activities, weddings, ceremonies, and facility care.

Applies to: This publication applies to all Shaw AFB personnel, including tenant units.

Topics covered

  • Chapel facility utilization
  • Facility reservation requests
  • Authorized chapel activities
  • Request prioritization
  • Wedding and marriage ceremonies
  • Chapel facility restrictions
  • Facility cleanliness

Questions and answers

Who has final approval authority for Shaw AFB Chapel facilities?

Maintains overall responsibility for facility usage and compliance. Acts as the final approving authority for the use of all Shaw AFB Chapel facilities. (paragraph 2)

What identification and age requirements apply to chapel facility requesters?

Facility requesters must possess a valid and current Department of Defense (DoD) Identification (ID) Card (active duty, reserves, guard, dependent, retired, or civil service), be 18 years of age, and the request must be for their use. (paragraph 4)

When is a chapel facility request approved?

The request is not approved until the Chapel Facility Scheduler has signed the request form regarding non-religious activities or events or Wing Chaplain/or designee has signed the request if religious activities/events are to be held in a chapel facility. (paragraph 4)

What activities are allowed in the chapel sanctuary and Blessed Sacrament Chapel?

The chapel sanctuary, chancel, nave and denomination specific rooms, such as the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, will be utilized solely for worship, liturgies, rites, weddings, funerals, and memorial services. (paragraph 5)

Can unsponsored worship services be held in a Shaw Chapel facility?

Worship services or similar activities not sponsored by the Shaw Chapel are not authorized without written approval from the Wing Chaplain. (paragraph 5)

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