Called to Care: A 30-Day Devotional for Chaplains Who Serve in Sacred Spaces

About the Book

Written by Dr. Damele Elliott-Hubbard, President of the National School of Theology, New York, Pastor, and Master Chaplain, this devotional journal is a sacred companion for those called to The Ministry of Presence, compassion, and spiritual care. Rooted in scripture, prayer, and lived experience, this work was created to strengthen the hearts, minds, and spirits of Chaplains. Each page invites reflection, renewal, and deeper communion with God, equipping Chaplains not only to care for others, but also to remain spiritually whole in the midst of sacred responsibility. This devotional highlights a holy lineage of witnesses, who were faithful Chaplains who answered the call to comfort the suffering, speak hope in darkness, and stand courageously in moments where heaven meets human need. It honors those who have gone before, encourages those who now serve, and prepares the generations of Chaplains yet to come. More than just a devotional, this is a spiritual journey, designed to shape compassionate leaders for years to come. Through scriptures, reflections, and sacred space for personal response, Chaplains are guided to grow in wisdom, endurance, humility, and unwavering devotion to Christ. This is not merely a book to be read, it is an invitation to remember the call, renew the spirit, and continue the lineage.

About the Author

Bishop Dr. Damele Elliott-Hubbard is a teacher, a leader, and a servant called to edify, educate, and elevate the people of God. With over 26 years in education, she has dedicated her life to shaping minds and strengthening voices. She currently teaches Composition for the City University of New York, where her work continues to impact generations of students both academically and personally. An anointed writer and visionary, Bishop Dr. Elliott-Hubbard is the author of Fields of Gold, A Touch of Destiny, and David’s Kingdom, and serves as editor and contributing author of the anthology I Survived the Storm: Still Standing. Her writing reflects a consistent theme: God’s ability to sustain, restore, and bring purpose out of every season. She Co-Pastors Mt. Paran Baptist Church in Brooklyn, New York, alongside her mother, Pastor Susie M. Elliott. Her ministry is rooted in compassion, truth, and a deep commitment to serving God’s people. In September 2020, she answered the call to Chaplaincy and became a certified Chaplain. In 2023, the National School of Theology conferred upon her the distinction of Master Chaplain, affirming both her calling and her service. Her academic journey reflects both excellence and perseverance. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the College of New Rochelle, an MFA in Creative Writing from Brooklyn College, and an MA in Philosophy in English from the CUNY Graduate Center. She has also earned an MA in Theology, a ThD in Theology, and a PhD in Theology from the National School of Theology, in addition to a PhD in Composition and Rhetoric from the CUNY Graduate Center. In 2023, she was consecrated as a Bishop in the Lord’s Church. She became the Dean of the National School of Theology, New York, in 2021, and in 2025, she was honored to be appointed President. As Master Chaplain, she leads the Chaplain Core of the National School of Theology, New York, equipping others to answer the sacred call to care. Bishop Dr. Elliott-Hubbard is also a certified Life Coach and Wealth Educator, an entrepreneur, and the CEO of The Dominion Lifestyle LLC. Her work reflects a commitment not only to spiritual growth, but to holistic transformation. She is married to Bishop Andre Hubbard, and together they lead, serve, and build as co-founding Bishops of Refreshing Springs Ministries International. They are blessed with a beautiful, blended family of five children. Above all, Bishop Elliott-Hubbard remains committed to the call of God on her life. She is determined to continue serving, teaching, and standing in the gap for God’s people. Her life is a testimony that when one answers the call, God will equip, sustain, and establish every step.