Navy Tactical Reference Publication

Recognizing that religious identity is an integral part of the members of the armed services, Congress has established that the religious requirements of service members are to be accommodated by the respective services. The Department of the Navy (DON) tasks commanding officers (COs) with the establishment of a command religious program (CRP), which accommodates the religious needs, preferences, and rights of the members of their commands, eligible family members, and other authorized personnel. (See Secretary of the Navy Instruction (SECNAVINST) 1730.7 (series), "Religious Ministry Within the Department of the Navy.")