MCO 1730.6G — Religious Ministry In The Marine Corps

MCO 1730.6G governs the delivery of Religious Ministry, including its provision, facilitation, care, and advisement in the Marine Corps.

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  • Publication number: MCO 1730.6G
  • Title: RELIGIOUS MINISTRY IN THE MARINE CORPS
  • Date: 28 May 2024
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: Current

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MCO 1730.6G addresses spiritual fitness and spiritual readiness, Professional Naval Chaplaincy standards, and religious support for authorized users. It requires professional conduct, establishes responsibilities for commanders and chaplains, and sets conditions for religious activities, foreign chaplains, and Religious Ministry Teams.

Topics covered

  • Religious Ministry delivery
  • Spiritual fitness and spiritual readiness
  • Professional Naval Chaplaincy
  • Religious Organization activities
  • Foreign military chaplains
  • Religious Ministry Teams
  • Religious Non-Federal Entities

Questions and answers

What are the core competencies of Religious Ministry in the Marine Corps?

Provision, Facilitation, Care, and Advisement are the foundational building blocks for the delivery of RM within the USMC (references (a) and (b)). (paragraph 4)

What religious requirements must chaplains meet?

Chaplains will meet the religious requirements, as defined in reference (c), of Service Members and other authorized personnel assigned to USMC units. (paragraph 4)

What professional conduct standards apply to chaplains and Religious Program Specialists?

Chaplains, Religious Program Specialists (RPs), and all parties engaged in any facet of RM within the USMC will behave in a professional manner and meet the minimum PNC standards set forth in references (a) and (b). (paragraph 4)

How often may commanders provide chaplains with Religious Organization activities?

Barring operational commitments, commanders use appropriated funds to afford chaplains the opportunity to annually attend at least one Religious Organization (RO) activity. (paragraph 4)

When may foreign military chaplains deliver Religious Ministry in Command Religious Programs?

Chaplains from foreign militaries may deliver RM in CRPs only when invited by the commander. (paragraph 4)

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