Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Chaplain

Years in Fire/EMS:

ONE

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Downey Fire, Downey CA

Years With Department/Agency

1

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.downeyca.org/gov/fire/about/default.asp

My Training:

BA Philosophy
MA Theology
30 years as a Catholic Priest
Several Firefighter Chaplain Training Courses

About Me:

I'm a 64 year old Catholic Priest and Pastor of a Catholic Parish in the Los Angeles suburb of Downey, CA.

Day Job:

Catholic Priest / Pastor

Relationship Status:

Other

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://https://www.facebook.com/FatherJohnH

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I was invited by the Fire Chief and welcomed by the Firefighters.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The brotherhood, the involvment in the community and a chance to serve those who risk their lives for others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Personal health, both physical and mental.
Being away from family for 48 hours straight.
Politicians attacking them personally.