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Chaplains of Color: Histories and Practices
Wendy Cadge1, Barbara Savage2, Marilyn J D Barnes3
1Department of Sociology, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA, USA.
Journal of Health Care Chaplaincy
|May 11, 2023
Summary
This article highlights the vital, yet underdocumented, roles of chaplains of color in spiritual care. It addresses historical racial inequities within the chaplaincy field, particularly for Black chaplains.
Area of Science:
- Sociology of Religion
- History of Healthcare
- Spiritual Care Studies
Background:
- Chaplains of color have historically provided crucial spiritual and emotional support in diverse US settings.
- The field of spiritual care and chaplaincy is often perceived as predominantly White, male, and Christian.
- Histories and experiences of chaplains of color are significantly underrepresented in academic and professional discourse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a special issue focusing on the experiences of chaplains of color.
- To provide historical context, with an emphasis on Black chaplains.
- To identify key themes within the included articles concerning chaplains of color.
Main Methods:
- Historical contextualization of chaplains of color.
- Thematic analysis of articles within the special issue.
- Qualitative exploration of underdocumented histories.
Main Results:
- Chaplains of color have a long-standing presence and impact across various American contexts.
- Racial inequities are historically embedded within the practice of spiritual care and chaplaincy.
- This special issue identifies and discusses recurring themes in the experiences of chaplains of color.
Conclusions:
- Acknowledging and documenting the experiences of chaplains of color is essential for addressing systemic inequities.
- Integrating diverse histories enriches the field of spiritual care and chaplaincy.
- Further research is needed to fully understand and represent the contributions of all chaplains.
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