Who are
Chaplains of Idaho?

Chaplains of Idaho is a non-profit 501(C)(3) charitable tax-exempt organization committed to serving those in crisis.  Chaplains of Idaho provides Law Enforcement, Fire and Community Chaplains who serve on scene of trauma and crisis situations.  Our agency is dedicated to providing chaplaincy services to first responders and the communities they serve in Idaho. We believe that compassion is an essential component of overall well-being — especially after crisis or trauma, and we are committed to supporting first responders and the communities they serve through difficult times.

We work closely with local first responder agencies to provide chaplaincy services on-scene, as well as provide ongoing support to individuals and families in need.  Our Chaplains are dispatched by police and fire agencies to serve members of the community and first responders.  Chaplains of Idaho also serve Search & Rescue, Military Service Members, Veterans and their families.  Chaplains have a long history of providing support to first responders and those in crisis situations. Our team of chaplains is highly trained and experienced in providing emotional and either secular or spiritual support (upon request) to individuals facing crisis or trauma.

Christa Trinchera

Chief Chaplain, Executive Director, & Founder


As a proud “Cop’s Kid” with a lifetime of first hand experience, Chaplain Christa understands what first responders need. Christa became a Chaplain in Sacramento CA, shortly after the death of her close friend, Office Kevin Tonn, Galt Police Dept., EOW 1/15/13. Christa felt called to serve in his honor and proudly wears his badge number in remembrance. As a Law Enforcement Chaplain in California, Christa served the California Highway Patrol, Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, Elk Grove Police Department and others in Sacramento County and beyond for a total of 18 law enforcement agencies. Christa and her family moved to Idaho in 2020 with the purpose of building what is now known as the Chaplains of Idaho organization. Christa currently serves on the Idaho Governor’s Task Force ... for Military Suicide Prevention and on both police and fire TRUST (Traumatic Response Unified Support Team) teams. Chaplain Christa has specialized training in Trauma Response and Care, Group Crisis Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Ethics and Professional Standards. As a published author, Christa’s book Blue Line Baby, Chronicles of a Cop's Kid, has provided the opportunity for several public speaking engagements and book signings including the Washington DC National Police Week and the Fraternal Order of Police’s Author Spotlight. Christa holds Degrees in Marketing/Public Relations, Business Administration, and Criminal Justice. Christa is married to Giovanni and is the proud mother to her two adult children, Tyler and Karissa.   Continue Reading
We're still growing!

We've had an overwhelming response from the community and the agencies we first partnered with, and the word is out! In 2022 alone, we've tripled in size, and we haven't slowed down. In addition to providing our services to local and regional Police, Fire, and Healthcare agencies, we now also serve Search & Rescue teams, Military Service Members, Veterans, and any of their families.

We now serve more than 12 agencies across 6 counties — and climbing!

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We take our training seriously.

We believe that training is an essential component of providing high-quality chaplaincy services. That's why we offer ongoing training programs for our chaplains, as well as training opportunities for other professionals interested in providing spiritual care in crisis situations. 

Constitutional Chaplains provide a “Secular Purpose” and do not promote or inhibit any one religion.  Constitutional Chaplains are not permitted to proselytize without a specific request from the person receiving services.

Our training programs cover a wide range of topics, including —
Rules & Responsibilities / Chaplaincy & the Law
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Emergency Response Basics
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Crisis Care
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Psychological Trauma
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Grief
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Death Notifications
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Working Alongside Law Enforcement Personnel / Crime Scene Integrity
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Fire Scene Support
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Responding to Suicide
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Critical Incident Stress Debrief
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Landing Zone Procedures (Air Idaho)
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Self Care
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Donations

Our non-profit agency relies on donations from people like you to continue providing essential chaplaincy services to first responders and the communities they serve in Idaho. Your support helps us ensure that chaplains are available to provide emotional support to those in need, regardless of their faith or belief system. By donating, you are helping to ensure that chaplains are available to provide critical support to first responders and victims assistance in the communities they serve, helping to improve the well-being of all those involved.

Whether you can give a small amount or a larger gift, every donation helps us continue our important work.

Please consider making a donation today.

How can I
Get Support?

We're here for you.

If you or someone you know is in need of chaplaincy services, we are here to help.

Our team of chaplains are available to provide emotional and spiritual support to individuals and families facing crisis or trauma. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need support.

You can also reach us 24/7 via our hotline at: 208-471-8111.

We're here for you.

If you or someone you know is in need of chaplaincy services, we are here to help.

Our team of chaplains are available to provide emotional and spiritual support to individuals and families facing crisis or trauma. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need support.

You can also reach us 24/7 via our hotline at: 208-471-8111.

We'd love to hear from you!



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