a. Scarves
Chaplain’s scarves are organizational issue items based on faith.
(1) Christian faith
A scarf of standard Army ecclesiastical pattern of suitable black material, 9 feet long.
On each end, in gold-colored machine embroidery, the scarf is embroidered with the coat of arms of the United States, 3 inches high, with the Christian chaplain’s insignia, 4 inches high, spaced 1/2 inch below the coat of arms.
The bottom edge of the Christian insignia is 6–1/2 inches from the end of the scarf.
(2) Jewish faith
A scarf of standard Army ecclesiastical pattern of suitable white or black material, 9 feet long.
On each end in gold-colored machine embroidery, the scarf is embroidered with the coat of arms of the United States, 3 inches high, with the Jewish chaplain’s insignia, 4 inches high, spaced 1/2 inch below the coat of arms.
The bottom edge of the Jewish insignia is 6–1/2 inches from the end of the scarf.
(3) Muslim faith
A scarf of standard Army ecclesiastical pattern of suitable white or black material, 9 feet long.
On each end in gold-colored machine embroidery, the scarf is embroidered with the coat of arms of the United States, 3 inches high, with the Muslim chaplain’s insignia, 4 inches high, spaced 1/2 inch below the coat of arms.
The bottom edge of the Muslim insignia is 6–1/2 inches from the end of the scarf.
b. Vestments
Chaplains are authorized to wear the military uniform, vestments, or other appropriate attire pre-scribed by ecclesiastical law or denominational practice when conducting religious services.
c. Chaplain and chaplain candidate insignia
See paragraphs 21–10c(10) and 21–10c(12) for the description and wear guidance of chaplain and chaplain candidate branch insignia.
Referenced Paragraph: paragraphs 21–10c(10)
Paragraph 21–10c(10) provides the description and wear guidance for chaplain branch insignia.
Referenced Paragraph: paragraphs 21–10c(12)
Paragraph 21–10c(12) provides the description and wear guidance for chaplain candidate branch insignia.
d. How worn
Chaplains may wear the chaplain’s scarf or stole with the uniform, vestments, or other appropriate attire when conducting religious services.