Chaplaincy Services
Our Purpose
The Chaplaincy Services was created solely and expressly to provide spiritual guidance, scriptural oriented consultation, motivational and emotional support to Henry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) employees and inmates during triumphant and turbulent times, as needed.
The program shall neither advance nor inhibit religion and shall not foster an excessive entanglement with religion. No particular faith, belief, sect, denomination, ideals or practices will be sanctioned.
Our Mission
To provide guidance, consultation, emotional and spiritual support to the HCSO employees as well as those in the HCSO custody.
Employee Chaplaincy Services
Employee Chaplaincy Services includes the following programs:
- The Conversation affords a platform for confidential conversation for individuals as well as groups to share in various dialogues to advance the wellness of those participating.
- The Connection provides families of law enforcement and staff the opportunity to participate in confidential dialogues to promote harmony and wellness of those participating.
Inmate Chaplaincy Services
Inmate Chaplaincy Services includes the following programs:
- The Journey provides inmates with structured religious services and activities while incarcerated.
- The Bridge provides families of inmates the ability to communicate with the Chaplain Services to foster a transition plan and remove barriers that will ultimately help reduce recidivism.
Chaplaincy Services Request
Chaplain Services for HCSO Employee
Click here to request chaplaincy services as a HCSO employee.
Chaplain Services for HCSO Employee’s Family
Click here to request chaplain services as a HCSO employee’s family member.
Chaplain Services for Pastoral Visits
Click here to request a pastoral visit for HCSO Inmate.
Apply to Become a HCSO Chaplain
Click here to become a HCSO Chaplain.
Chaplain Services Partnership
Click here to join the HCSO Chaplain Partnership.
Chaplain Services Inquiry
Click here to make chaplain services inquiries.
For Additional Assistance
If you have further questions contact the Chaplain by email through the HCSO Chaplain Group.
Meet Our Team
TaMarlion Carter
Chaplain Services Director / Inmate Success Coordinator / Communications Manager
Executive Command Team
TaMarlion Carter
Chaplain Services Director / Inmate Success Coordinator / Communications Manager
Chaplain TaMarlion Carter’s pursuit to serve humanity, he is no stranger to responding to meet the needs of others. Chaplain Carter brings more than 20 years of Pastoral experience and currently serves as the Executive Pastor at Grace Baptist Church nested in Henry County. He has a history of fostering conversation between law enforcement and the faith-based community. During his time at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Leavell College, Chaplain Carter gained a greater appreciation for humanity and was encouraged to answer an even higher call. Chaplain Carter led several philanthropic organizations throughout the region serving humanity in the areas of faith-based initiatives, educational partnership, homeless collaborations, as well as addressing food disparities. Chaplain Carter will remain committed to developing highly effective principle-based programming to include an array of religious services and activities. As well as securing resources and faith-based support to enhance Chaplain Services of the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.
“A call is a profound impression from God that establishes parameters for your life and can be altered only by a subsequent, superseding impression from God.” – Jeff Iorg