Become an FFC Member Now

To become a member, please follow the steps below. If you have questions, contact the FFC office at (469) 955-1522

1. FFC Membership Application

• Click HERE to open the application form. (If you need Adobe Reader, click the icon to the right)
• Print the form
• Fill in all blanks on the form.
• Please note: To submit documentation, follow the instructions below.
• If you'd like to process this online, scroll to the bottom of this page and enter your email address, then click "Next".

2. Get a "Letter of Appointment" from your fire department

• Have your fire department or sponsoring agency write a letter on official letterhead acknowledging your role as department chaplain.
• SAVE a copy of your Letter of Appointment to your computer.

3. Get a "Letter of Endorsement" from your ecclesiastical body

• This letter confirms that your religious body endorses your role as a fire chaplain. FFC does not endorse individuals; that should come from someone who knows you and your qualifications. This is not the same as ordination.
• SAVE a copy of your Letter of Endorsement to your computer.

4. Take the FFC Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy

• Include a copy of your FFC-issued Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy certificate.
• You can obtain this certificate by completing the course with an approved FFC instructor. Check our Events section or contact the FFC office for upcoming classes.

5. Mail all documents to:

• Federation of Fire Chaplains
  PO Box 567748
  Dallas, TX 75356
• Include a check payable to Federation of Fire Chaplains for $125.00

OR

• You may scan and email your documentation by clicking HERE. Please attach all documents. You can pay online by clicking "NEXT" below and following the prompts.

PLEASE ALLOW 3–4 WEEKS FOR PROCESSING

AFTER WE RECEIVE ALL DOCUMENTS & PAYMENT