i 1. Scope This publication establishes doctrine and guidance for the Armed Forces of the United States regarding religious support in joint force settings and operations. It describes the major tasks of the joint force chaplain regarding religious support in joint force settings and operations. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It sets forth doctrine to govern the joint activities and performance of the Armed Forces of the United States in joint operations and provides the doctrinal basis for interagency coordination and US military involvement in multinational operations. It provides military guidance for the exercise of authority by combatant commanders and other joint force commanders (JFCs) and prescribes doctrine for joint operations and training.
DesignationJP 1-05
EditionJan 2004
StatusActive
Pages43
FunctionDoctrine Philosophy
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
Public domain (U.S. Government work)