 |
Cell: (469) 955-1522 Email: FFC.chaplain@gmail.com Address: P.O. Box 567748, Dallas, Texas 75356 |
- Home
- 2026 FFC Conference
- 2026 Pre-Conference Training
2026 Pre-Conference Training Offerings
Please Note:
Pre-Conference classes are one day or two days. Scroll down to view the available programs. You may only select one two-day class, or you can choose one or both of the one-day classes.
There is not a Spouse Program during the Pre-Conference.
If a minimum of 10 students in a class is not reached by September 23, 2026, the class may be cancelled. Affected students will be able to choose another available class or adjust their registration.
Special Instructions for Canadians Please register and indicate that you are from Canada. We will send you the information to pay with Canadian dollars. |
Pre-Conference Classes |
Essentials of Fire ChaplaincyEssentials of Fire Chaplaincy is a two-day course designed as a “Survey of Fire Chaplaincy”. It is appropriate for new chaplains, experienced chaplains, and those who want to learn what fire chaplaincy is all about. Topics include: Foundations, Personhood of the Chaplain, Beginning a Fire Chaplaincy Program, Ministry to Firefighters, Assisting Those in Crisis, Chaplain Code of Conduct and Ethics, the Chaplain’s Response, On-Scene Operations, Incident Management, Stress Management, Firefighter Injury and Line of Duty Death, and Fire Service Funerals. Includes FFC Essentials Manual and USB. ScheduleDates: Time: Sunday-Following Worship to 17:30 Instructors: Dr. Gordon Kouwenberg Master Chaplain Gwen Noe Master Chaplain Paul Trumpore |
Advanced ClassesFaith and Spiritual DevelopmentThis Class is designed to explore how a person’s faith is developed and thereby what role faith plays in the meaning of life for everyone. This exploration will be conducted through the lens of James Fowler’s stages of faith development and Erik Erikson’ stages of psychosocial development. Furthermore, with an understanding of faith and psychosocial development, this module will further explore how this development impacts a person during a crisis of faith and moral injury. ScheduleDate: Saturday, October 24, 2026 ONLY Time: Saturday-08:30–17:00 Instructor: Dr. Rebecca Brown |
Ministry of PresenceThe Ministry of Presence is an equipping workshop designed to cultivate and strengthen skills for reaching out in love and care and effectively help others. This 16-hour experiential class explores essential crisis communication tools, including initiating relationships, effective listening, use of questions and mirroring, non-verbal communication, Spirit-nudges and empowering next steps. Skill by skill, learn-by-doing, relational training offers immediate application for emergency service Chaplains, both on call and in everyday life. It is “Good Samaritan” ministry--becoming more aware of the hurts and needs of others, and partnering with the Holy to offer help, hope and healing.
ScheduleDate: Saturday-Sunday October 24-25, 2026 Time: Saturday-08:30–17:00 Sunday-Following Worship to 17:30 Instructor: Jim Lewis Chaplaincy in the 21st Century Schedule Date Saturday-Sunday October 24-25, 2026 Time Saturday-08:30-1700 Sunday-Following Worship to 1700 Instructors Dr. Edgar Hatcher Master Chaplain Paul Trumpore FAMILY IN CRISIS AND ATTAINING WELLNESS THIS 16 HOUR CLASS CONSISTS OF TWO PARTS Schedule Part 1. Public Safety Family Advocacy DATE Family members of public safety responders form a vital part of the Saturday October 24, 2026
natural support system that is essential to the responder’s overall well-being. Advocacy efforts for responders should not only focus on the individuals TIME themselves but also extend to supporting their families, including both children 08:30-17:00 and adults. Providing an accepted approach that addresses the needs of responder family members involves offering educational opportunities and supportive services. These services should be culturally sensitive, ensuring they are tailored to the unique backgrounds and traditions of each family, thereby fostering reassurance and strengthening the support network. Prior ICISF training suggested.
Part 2. A Holistic Approach to Public Safety Wellness Programs Wellness carries multiple meanings within the realm of public safety, DATE encompassing both personal and professional survival. A holistic perspective Sunday October 25, 2026 promotes the importance of maintaining strong physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, spiritual and social health. The demands of such a noble profession TIME require departments to embed resiliency-enhancing strategies directly into their 08:30-17:00 structures. Participation in wellness programs should be encouraged for all caregivers, ensuring that support is available at every level. INSTRUCTOR Anne Balboni, Psy.D FFC Instructor WorkshopOnly Open to FFC Members who hold an Advanced Studies Certificate. This one-day workshop is designed for those interested in becoming FFC Instructors and is also required every five years for current instructors. Requirements:
Approval Required: Keith Smith: kwsmith46@sbcglobal.net ScheduleDate: Time: Instructors: Keith Smith Members of the Board Eligibility: |
