ACNA’s Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy
The Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy (SJAFC) of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) is the official home for ACNA-endorsed Chaplains. Established under the ACNA's canons, the Special Jurisdiction provides leadership, pastoral care, and oversight for ACNA clergy serving as chaplains to ensure these chaplains remain connected to the wider church in their unique callings and provide spiritual covering for their families and ministries.
With more than 150 chaplains serving in military, governmental, and civilian settings, the Special Jurisdiction is the principal endorser of ACNA chaplains in the United States.
Our Leadership
The Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy is a ministry of the Anglican Church in North America and is under the oversight of the office of the Archbishop of the ACNA.
The Right Reverend
Jerome (Jay) R. Cayangyang
Bishop, Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy
Bishop Cayangyang previously served as Suffragan Bishop of the Special Jurisdiction. He currently serves as Deputy Chaplain of the Marine Corps for Reserve Matters, and most recently served as the Rector of Bishop Seabury Anglican Church in Gales Ferry, Connecticut. Bishop Cayangyang has more than 35 years of active and reserve military service, including two combat deployments to Iraq.
The Right Reverend
David Bena
Retired Suffragan Bishop, Diocese of the Living Word
ACNA Federal and Civilian Chaplaincy Endorser
Bishop David Bena started his ministry as a bishop in 2000. He currently serves as the registered military and civilian endorser for ACNA-affiliated chaplains. Bishop Bena resides with his wife, Mary Ellen, at their house in Syracuse, NY.