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Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast

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113 - Frontline Chaplain Stories - Kids, Animals, and Patrol Chaplaincy: Mark Femmel

May 19, 2025 • Jared Altic

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Today's guest is chaplain Mark Femmel. Mark is a friend of mine who is a chaplain in St Louis, Missouri. I brought Mark on today because he's a kindred spirit and I know he has a lot of great experience to share. Today we're talking about chaplaincy generally and how it's the same and different between St Louis and Kansas City. We're also talking about the trauma police endure when confronted with innocent victims like children and animals.

Music is by Chris Haugen and by LesFM

Hey Chaplain Podcast Episode 113

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