The Maryland Race Track Chaplaincy provides equal professional services and programs to the racetrack employees and their extended families, without regard to the race, color, religion, handicap, familial status, or national origin of any residents of the Backstretch community.
The Chaplaincy ministry is one of presence; and their presence is obvious in the lives of thousands. Here are some of the programs and services offered by our organization on a regular basis.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Our Chaplain performs/offers these Christian non-denominational services to the Backstretch communities:
Weddings
Funerals
Baptisms
Bible Studies
Worship Services
Hospital Visits
Pastoral Counseling
Baby dedications
Social Service Programs
We offer a food pantry providing perishable and non-perishable foods, as well as clothing and furniture to the Backstretch communities every week.
Clerical assistance provided daily, allowing the Backstretch community to send or receive faxes and emails, usage of internet and phone, photocopies, etc.
Emergency transportation during medical or legal difficulties.
Assistance and translation services for workers with little or no understanding of the Department of Social Service, US Citizenship & Immigration Services, Social Security Administration, Internal Revenue Service, banks and the civil justice system.
Recreational Programs
Special celebrations for the Backstretch families during various holidays throughout the year, such as Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving.
Trips to various popular locations throughout the year, as well as to places of historical interests, dinner, and various entertainment outings, such as the circus, amusement parks, etc.
Educational Opportunities
Distribute backpacks filled with school supplies.