Ecclesiastical Endorsement Ecclesiastical endorsement is verification by an Ecclesiastical Endorsing Organization that an authorized minister or practitioner is in good standing, has gained the necessary qualifying education and experience, as well as being willing and capable of working collegially in a religiously and culturally pluralistic setting without prejudice. All Chaplains are under the autority of their respective communion. COBC holds no episcopal jurisdiction over it's chaplains, except for those who have joined as affiliates in the Benedictine Chaplains. However we do provide ecclisiastical endorsement along with your demonimation / communion. As an endorsing body, the Celtic Order of Benedictine Chaplains has the responsibility for recruitment, endorsement, and support of clergy in extension ministries beyond local congregations. Clergy or commissioned individuals serve as chaplains and spiritual/pastoral counselors in many settings beyond church walls, including healthcare, criminal justice, military, first responder, higher and parochial education, corporate/industrial, social service providers, and others. COBC provides support, advocacy, and accountability for our chaplains.