volunteer

Be the hand that reaches back to those reaching out for help.

Volunteer

Crisis Responders are at the core of our ministry. Without them, we could not effect change in our communities and those nearby. Crisis Response Ministry volunteers are men and women of various ages and backgrounds committed to be God’s hands and feet to their neighbors in need. Our volunteers are trained to identify crises of various types and respond with Godly compassion and practical support.

A Heart for Christ

Our team is made of volunteers passionate about God first and foremost. Without the comfort God provides, we cannot minister from a place of wholeness and compassion.

A Heart for Our Neighbors

We are passionate about serving our neighbors in need. Having been on the receiving end of comfort ourselves, we then share the comfort of Christ as His hands and feet.

A Heart for Knowledge

Going into a situation of crisis full of compassion but empty of knowledge can find us doing more harm than good. We train for the crisis before we engage with our communities to ensure we serve them effectively.

WHEN THE WORLD TURNS UPSIDE DOWN...

What does it take to offer a cup of cold water in Jesus’ name? It always takes a willing heart, it often takes feet that will go, and it sometimes takes training as well. Our Crisis Responders are trained to identify needs of our neighbors in crisis as well as to meet those needs. We train and prepare to equip ourselves to better meet the needs we encounter.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Learn how to provide physical, emotional, and spiritual care and support to individuals and families in crisis by attending a CRM credentials training course.

    1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
    2. Submit Online Application – http://bit.ly/crmvolapp
    3. Pay $50 Application & Foundations Course Fee.
    4. Upload or forward a copy of your driver’s license or government issued identification.
    5. Pass Background Check.
    6. Submit the following prior to Foundations Training Course: written Testimony of your faith in Jesus Christ, Pastoral/Church Letter of Recommendation and written Recommendation from your local CRM Chapter Director.
    7. Chaplain Certification requires applicant to provide copy of Certificate of Ordination, Ministerial License, or certificate from a recognized Christian Chaplaincy Organization.
    8. Attend and Complete the next CRM Foundations Course Training.
    9. Begin taking and complete the following free Online Certification Courses: Psychological First Aid (PFA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) NIMS and Office of Victims of Crime (OVC TTAC) training. Your CRM Chapter Director will provide guidance and instructions that will assist you in taking the required training. See below for a listing of the available courses.
    10. Order your required CRM Uniform.
    11. Attend and participate in your monthly CRM Chapter meetings and other CRM sponsored events and training.
    12. Be Prayed Up and Mission Ready and begin Bringing Christ to the Crisis.

Download PDF copy of Application Process

Crisis Responders – Basic
Training: CRM’s 8-hour Basic training module.

Crisis Responders – Advanced
Training: CRM’s 8-hour Advanced training module.

Chaplains – Advanced
Training: CRM’s 8-hour Advanced Chaplains training module.

Additional Requirements: Chaplains must submit a copy of certificate of ordination, ministerial license, or certificate from a recognized Christian chaplaincy organization.

CRM Advanced Crisis Responders and Chaplains
About: CRM Advanced Crisis Responders and CRM Chaplains will receive notation on their identification badge that reflects they have met the requirements to be deployed at state-level event. It is possible that a state-level deployment could occur in our local communities during a major disaster and only CRM Chaplains and Advanced Crisis Responders will be able to deploy.

Additional Advanced Training Opportunities:

Additional Requirements:

  • Certifications of non-CRM coursework must be submitted to CRM prior to certification as a CRM Chaplain or Crisis Responder.
  • CRM Chaplains must submit a copy of certificate of ordination, ministerial license, or certificate from a recognized Christian chaplaincy organization.

CRM Crime Victim Services Unit (CVSU) 
Training:

  • CRM’s 16-hour Advanced CVS training module
  • Speak to your Chapter Director about crime victim related courses required by the Executive Director from Texas Victim’s Assistance Training and the Office of Victim of Crime (OVC) Training and Technical Assistance Center Training (online)

Online Training Sites and Courses (Download PDF)

Credentials Renewal / Moving Forward

  • Stay up to date with annual membership renewal fees, specified below.
  • Regularly attend your Chapter meetings.
  • Faithfully participate in Chapter activities, callouts, answering CRM Crisis Line.
  • Keep your uniform and deployment kit in good condition and at the ready.
  • Stay “Prayed Up and Mission Ready.”

Paying Annual Credentials Renewal Fee

To renew online, follow the steps below:

  1. Go to the CRM website – www.crmtx.org or http://bit.ly/crmgive
  2. Select the “GIVE” button at the top right of the CRM Home page
  3. Enter the renewal fee amount of $50.00
  4. In the drop-down select "Credential Fees"
  5. Under "Frequency" select "One time"
  6. Enter your "Email" address
  7. Enter your "First Name" and "Last Name"
  8. Select "Continue"
  9. Select your "Payment Method"
  10. Select "Give $50 Now"
  11. Complete your transaction
  12. You will receive a payment confirmation and receipt from "Churchcenter.com"

If you wish to renew by check or money order:

      1. Make your check or money order payable to “Crisis Response Ministry”
      2. On the memo line, include the “Name” of the person(s) and the word “Renewal”  Example: “JIM MCKEE RENEWAL”
      3. Mail to:

    Crisis Response Ministry
    PO Box 131597
    Tyler, TX 75713

Do not hesitate to contact your Chapter Director if you have any questions.

TRAINING COURSES

Foundations Course

CRM’s basic operational and logistical training is required for all new volunteers. It includes an overview of CRM as well as your role and responsibilities as a future Crisis Responder.

Continuing Education

We require our members to attend eight hours of continuing education annually to renew their credentials. The courses may be taken virtually or in person, as available.

specialized credentials

Additional courses on a number of topics are open CRM team members who have completed the Foundations coursework.

Online Training Sites and Courses

(Download PDF)

Connect with crisis response ministry

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CRM CHAPTERS

Crisis Response Ministry holds local chapter meetings, each headed by its own Chapter Director.

The local Chapter Director is a great source of guidance and information for becoming a volunteer.

Please do not hesitate to contact yours for more information.

Collin County

Chaplain Gaye Gardner, Chapter Director
469.458.0831

 

El Paso Region

Chaplain Ozzie Carrasco, Chapter Director
915.591.4092

 

Ellis County

Chaplain Larry Hunt, Chapter Director
469.732.3003

 

Grand Prairie

Chaplain Glen Cato, Chapter Director
469.251.8980

 

Henderson∙Kaufman County

Kay Brady, Chapter Director
903.405.4871

 

Smith County

Chaplain Jim McKee, Chapter Director
903.345.0264

 

Tarrant County

Sherry Glaze, Chapter Director
817.323.0044

 

Upshur County

Lacrecia Davidson, Chapter Coordinator

903.736.0773

Crisis Response Ministry is committed to your privacy and will not share your personal information with a third party individual or organization without your express consent.

Helping Victims

Get Involved

Crisis Responders are at the core of our ministry.  Without them, we could not effect change in our communities and those nearby.

Donate

We rely on the generous donations from the community. Your donation can make a difference in the lives of victims we serve.

Helping Victims

Get Involved

Crisis Responders are at the core of our ministry.  Without them, we could not effect change in our communities and those nearby.

Donate

We rely on the generous donations from the community. Your donation can make a difference in the lives of victims we serve.

Mailing Address

PO Box 131597

Tyler, TX 75713

Office Address

401 E. Front Street

Suite 138

Tyler, TX 75702

Crisis Response Ministry is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.  All contributions are tax deductible within guidelines of U.S. law.

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