Spring PAWG Chaplain's Newsletter

Dear Chaplains and CDIs,

Please find the latest PAWG Chaplain's Newsletter attached.  I would appreciate your comments, suggestions for improvement, and for content.  If, for some reason, you did not receive previous issues of the newsletter, back issues can be found on pennsylvaniawingchaplain.blogspot.com.

Please note that my new email address for official business CAP only is chaplain@pawg.cap.gov.  I will still receive email at my previous address as well.

It seems that newsletter announcements do get through to everyone due primarily to spam filters.  If you have an email feature that allows you to "whitelist" email addresses, please add my new email address to it.  Succeeding newsletters will be mailed from that address.

I do pray that all is well with each of you and hope that you will plan ahead to attend the Wing Conference and banquet this fall. Besides continued training, it is an excellent opportunity for fellowship and for encouraging one another.

Many blessings to all,

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol

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Dear Chaplains and CDIs,

Please find attached the Student Invitation, Registration Form and the planned Curriculum for the 2012 NER CCSC.  Chaplain Van Don Williams is the school director and Chaplain Adma Ross is the registrar.  The documents are archived, so you will need to expand them by right clicking on them and selecting the Expand command.

The registration deadline is 30 April so immediate action is needed.

The dates this year are 14-18 May. The location is the same as last year, the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station.  http://www.niagara.afrc.af.mil/

I want to encourage everyone who can attend to do so.  You'll not regret making the commitment!

Remember, attending either one regular Region Staff College, or two Chaplain Corps Region Staff Colleges is necessary to completing professional development Level V, the Command and Staff level.

If you have any questions, please let me know, or contact the school director or registrar.  I plan to attend myself, so some of you may want to car pool with me.

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Maj
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol

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Happy Holidays & Very Important Reporting Reminder from the Wing Chaplain - Please Reply ASAP

Dear Chaplains and CDIs,

The year is drawing to a close and there are many things for which to be thankful, not the lease of which is the opportunity to render service in the CAP. The chaplain corps, which includes Character Development Instructors as well as Chaplains, is an important part of what keeps CAP healthy and active. For each of you who have given unselfishly of you time, talent, and resources in serving your units and communities, a hearty "Thank you!"

Please do not forget to complete and submit your CAP Form 34 statistical reports by the end of the month. Chaplains and CDIs are required by CAPR 265-1 to submit the reports semi-annually to their unit commanders and to the Wing Chaplain. These reports are critical to assessing the activity of the chaplain corps, to reinforcing strengths, and building up weaknesses. Your input is needed!

Copies of CAPF 34 are attached in PDF & .XLS (MS spreadsheet) formats for your convenience. You may email the completed forms to me, or mail them to PO Box 156, Summerville, PA 15684.

For your information, I have copied a message from Tracy Harris, NHQ, at the bottom of this message. CAPF 34s can now be completed online, but, at least for this reporting period, or until all the bugs are identified and fixed in the online system, reports still need to be submitted directly to unit commanders and to the Wing Chaplain.  The only "write up" the chaplain corps has in the inspection last August, conducted by Region staff, was that not all chaplains and CDIs fulfilled their commitment to semi-annual reporting.  If we can correct that problem, the chaplain corps should fare well in the upcoming major inspection due in May 2012.

It has been brought to my attention that only a few people received my last update, dated November 15. I am still not sure what went wrong, but it was undoubtedly "operator error", meaning it was probably me that messed up with sending the mass email.  part of my address book has been corrupted, but, hopefully, I have it corrected.  I have broken down the mailing list into several smaller lists in the hope that it will rectify the problem. Please respond to this email as soon as possible and let me know that you have received it.  I will hold the Newsletter for a couple of days until I hear back from a few of you.

You are in my prayers that you may enjoy a Safe and Happy Holiday Season, that you and your loved ones are in good health, and that the service that you provide will be blessed!

In appreciation for each of you,

Randy Matheny

PA WIng Chaplain

Copy of email from Tracy Harris, NHQ

National Headquarters is pleased to announce the release of our new online Chaplain Corps Reporting system. This new system was created to simplify the submittal of your CAPF 34 by allowing you to electronically enter information regarding your activity/participation as a CAP Chaplain or Character Development Instructor. The reporting database is easily accessible by signing in to eServices (www.capnhq.gov). Once you have successfully signed in to eServices, select "Chaplain Corps Reporting" to begin entering data pertaining to your activities. The home screen will be displayed providing you with the opportunity to immediately begin entering your data or view more detailed information about the online reporting system. Instructions may be viewed by selecting the "Instructions" link on the left side of the screen. These instructions are provided to help guide you through the process of entering data as well as generating reports. Since this online reporting system is new, each Chaplain and Character Development Instructor should submit their semi-annual report electronically through the new online system and also to your Wing Chaplain and Unit Commander via hard copy using the CAPF 34 (dated Oct 09). Once we are assured the system is functioning as needed, the dual submittal will no longer be required. Please be sure to keep a copy of your submittal for your records. There are two separate forms available in the new online reporting system. The Form 34 – HC is designed for Chaplains and the Form 34 – CDI is designed for Character Development Instructors. You will need to select the appropriate form prior to entry of your data. All semi-annual reports are due no later than 5 January and 5 July. Please remember, each Chaplain and Character Development Instructor is required to submit a complete semi-annual report even when he or she had been inactive during the reporting period. If you have questions or comments regarding the new online reporting system, please utilize the "Feedback" box provided on the home page. Thank you for your assistance as we progress with simplifying the reporting process.

Chaplain Corps

Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters

Email: chaplaincorps@capnhq.gov

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol

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PAWG Chaplain's Newsletter - Summer Quarter

Dear chaplains and CDIs,

Please find the latest PAWG Chaplain's Newsletter attached.  I would appreciate your comments, suggestions for improvement, and for content.

The most important matter at hand is getting CAPF 34 Statistical Reports completed and submitted.  It has been an extremely busy time for me, as I am sure it has been for you, but I hope you will take a few minutes today or tomorrow to complete your reports and send them to me.  Email is preferred.  You can download PDF and MS Word versions from the CAP NHQ site or from the PAWG Chapain's Blog.  Let me know if I can be of service.

I pray that all is going well for each of you this summer!

Blessings to all,

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
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Reminder: CAPF 34s are due by 30 Jun 11.

Dear Chaplains and CDIs,

Just a brief reminder that bi annual statistical reports (CAPF 34) are due by the last day of June.  I have to compile them and have them to the region chaplain by no later than 5 Jul.

Please complete forms as accurately as you can.  Chaplains and CDIs who have been inactive also need to submit a report.

Please be sure you are using the latest version of the form (Oct 09).  MS doc and PDF versions can be downloaded from the NHQ site (click here), or from the PA Wing Chaplain's Blog (click here) - scroll down the left column to the heading Chaplain/CDI Statistical Reports.

I will send another reminder next weekend when I email the 2nd quarter chaplain's newsletter.  If you have any questions, or if I can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.  I am in the process of moving my family from Warren, Pa (where we have been for nearly 13 years) to Summerville, Pa, where I have accepted a new ministry.  Please keep me in your prayers as I make the transition.

Blessings to all,m

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
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Pa Wing Chaplain Corps Update - 21 Apr 11

Hello Chaplains and CDIs.  Some of the information in this update is time sensitive.

(1) Registration for the NER Chaplain Corps Staff College scheduled for 23-27 May 11 has been extended to 30 Apr.  Registrations need to be in the hands of NER staff no later than 5 May.  Some of the training opportunities will include the new 221 series, becoming qualified as a mission chaplain, professional development, the upcoming compliance inspection and the chaplain corps continuity book.  Completion of two chaplain corps staff colleges within five years, or one regular region staff college is needed for completion of professional development level four.  Registration information can be downloaded from the Pa Wing Chaplain's Blog - scroll down the left column.
(2) Registration is now open for the NER Staff College scheduled for 9-16 Jul 11 is now open.  Visit the NER site for more information, or download a preregistration brochure here.
(3) IMPORTANT CISM INFORMATION: The CISM training that is being organized by Chaplain Walters will not be held as soon as he hoped.  The CISM instructor will not be available for a class in Pa. until later this year.  Chaplain Walters is working on a date for sometime in the last quarter of the year.  I will pass on more information as it becomes available to me.

Semper Vigilans!  And blessings to all,
Ch Matheny

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
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New 221 Series Now Available

Here is the link to the the long awaited 221 series for CAP chaplain!  Most of you have already received the link, but I wanted to make sure no one missed it.  I have attached the series in an archived file for your convenience.  Chaplians will receive credit for completing the series, but CDIs will benefit from studying them, too.

Blessings,
Ch. Matheny

From: Harris, Tracy <THARRIS@capnhq.gov>
Date: Wed, Apr 6, 2011 at 6:10 PM
Subject: New 221 Series Now Available

Your wait is over!  The new 221 series is now available online.

 

http://www.capmembers.com/forms_publications__regulations/pamphlets.cfm

 

 

Chaplain Corps

Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters

Email:  chaplaincorps@capnhq.gov

 

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Randall F Matheny, Chaplain Capt
Pa Wing Chaplain
Civil Air Patrol
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