Chaplain Ministry
Equipping the next generation of ministers for the unique role of chaplaincy
Dr. Kevin Bauder with chaplains from the Associated Gospel Churches (AGC) at their Annual Chaplain Spiritual Training (Florida, 2026). Read Dr. Bauder’s article from “In the Nick of Time” on “A Week With Chaplains.”
Formal Training Requirements
Master of Divinity
Central’s M.Div. fulfills all educational requirements for military and institutional chaplaincy.
Bob Freiberg
Adjunct Faculty, Military and Civilian Chaplain Ministries
B.E.S., Saint Cloud University
M.Div., Central Baptist Theological Seminary
Th.M., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
D.Min., Talbot Seminary (BIOLA)
D.D., Central Baptist Theological Seminary
Dr. Freiberg (CDR, CHC, FMF, USN-ret.) served as a military Chaplain in the Navy, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps. His tour of duty includes: Command Chaplain for the largest Chapel program in the Navy; Force Chaplain for the US Navy SEALs (SPECWARCOM); the US Coast Guard; and 3 Marine Corps tours (1 combat tour for Operation Iraqi Freedom). He has also served as an adjunct professor at Southern California Seminary for 25 years and as Administrative Dean for 3 years.
Recognition
Fundamental, Bible-believing churches, colleges, and mission agencies from across
the United States and many foreign countries have acknowledged the spiritual,
academic, and professional contribution that Central Baptist Theological Seminary
has made to the fundamental, independent Baptist effort since 1956.
Central Baptist Theological Seminary of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is accredited by the
Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) [10
Summit Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275-1110; telephone: 412.788.6505; FAX:
412.788.6510; website: ats.edu].
The following degree programs are approved by the Commission on Accrediting: Master of Arts in Theology, Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling, Master of Divinity, Master of Theology, and Doctor of Ministry. Central Seminary is also approved for a Comprehensive Distance Education Program.
Approval
Minnesota State Approving Agency for Veterans Training Benefits
Armed Forces Chaplains Board for Military Services
Chartered – By the State of Minnesota in 1957
Learn More About Chaplain Ministry
“What is an Endorsing Agency?”
An endorsing agency serves as the “sending body” that endorses a chaplain for service in military or institutional settings. In the video below, the Associated Gospel Churches (AGC) explains how their ministry supports and advocates for chaplains as they serve as Pastors in Uniform. While Central Seminary provides the M.Div. training necessary for these roles, we support our students in partnering with the endorsing agency that fits their specific ministry path.
Podcasts on Chaplain Ministry
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