Hospital Chaplaincy

HOSPITAL CHAPLAINCY

Diocese of London Hospital Chaplaincy Code of Practice

Introduction

Hospital Chaplains have a responsibility both to the secular (hospital) and religious (Bishop) authorities. They should seek to be a bridge between them. Each Area has a Bishop's Adviser in Hospital Chaplaincy who advises the Bishop on chaplaincy matters.

1. Liaison with Parishes

2. Administration of the Sacraments

3. Cover with Hospitals and Mutual Cover with Parishes

4. Training and Responsibility for Lay Chaplains

5. Funerals

6. Liaison with Other Denominations

Ecumenical and inter-faith co-operation