What is the mission of Rural Chaplains?

Rural Chaplains...

...work in their own communities and relate to the Rural Chaplains Association for purposes of support on key rural issues...
	...respond to the needs of persons and families as they use their skills of caring, negotiating, and communicating...
...lift up the Biblical and theological implications of food production and multi-nationals economics as they impact farmers and rural businesses and their communities...
	...explore ethical implications of land use with responsible public and private policy-makers and corporate leaders...
...strengthen the spiritual dimension of life as rural families, rural businesses, and small communities experience the effects of social, technological, and economic change...
	...respond to the needs of children for healthy and enriching opportunities where they live.