Tulsa Police Department

Serving Those
Who Serve Our City

The TPD Chaplains Corps provides spiritual care, crisis support, and pastoral presence to officers, their families, and the Tulsa community.

24/7On-Call Response
Vetted& Credentialed
Dept.Family
"We walk alongside officers through critical incidents, personal crises, grief, and the everyday weight of a demanding profession." — TPD Chaplains Corps
Who We Are

The Heart Behind the Badge

A volunteer ministry serving the men and women of the TPD — providing confidential spiritual care, emotional support, and pastoral counseling to those who protect our city.

Spiritual Care

Confidential pastoral support for officers and their families at any stage of life or career.

Crisis Response

On-scene presence during critical incidents, line-of-duty injuries, and traumatic events.

Community Presence

Serving Tulsa residents alongside officers — death notifications, family support, and more.

Officer Wellness

Supporting the whole person — mental, emotional, and spiritual health of those who protect our city.

Join the Corps

Answer the Call to Serve

Chaplain candidates go through a formal vetting and training process before being credentialed with the Tulsa Police Department.

  • Active involvement in a local faith community
  • Completion of background check and interview process
  • Commitment to required training and ride-alongs
  • Willingness to serve across all shifts and on-call rotations
  • Non-proselytizing, professional pastoral approach
Chaplain Application
Download · Complete · Email to Coordinator

Return completed applications to: dlynchard@cityoftulsa.org

How to Apply

01
Download the Application
Get the official Tulsa Police/Fire Chaplaincy Corps application using the link to the left.
02
Complete & Sign
Fill out all sections including the Hold Harmless Agreement and Confidentiality Agreement.
03
Submit to the Coordinator
Email your completed application to Danny Lynchard, Executive Director.
Questions? Contact
Danny Lynchard
Executive Director — TPD/Fire Chaplaincy Corps
dlynchard@cityoftulsa.org