Chaplaincy Program

Contact: PDchaplains@cityofgolden.net

The Golden Police Department currently has three volunteer chaplains providing services to employees.

• Chaplain Kevin Shive
• Chaplain Dan Thoemke
• Chaplain Libby Noeth

Mission

“To serve as a resource for the Golden Police Department through a volunteer chaplaincy program that provides spiritual and emotional support to law enforcement personnel, their families, and the community at large.”

Core Values

Excellence
Teamwork
Integrity in service
Spiritual/emotional support
Confidentiality in conversations
Respect for law enforcement and the community at large

History

• 1995 – Initial conversations with GPD Leadership
• 2005 – Clergy/GPD discussions initiated by Chief Bill Kilpatrick
• 2006 – Program development (created by GPD and chaplains) — Began training – International Conference of Police Chaplains
• 2007 – GPD Chaplain’s Academy (see below) — Appointment to service with GPD
• 2008 – Engaged/active service
• 2008-Present – Ongoing training and development