Can I earn retirement benefits as a National Guard Chaplain?
Yes. You will earn retirement benefits after 20 years of service with at least 50 retirement points per year. Benefits include a non-contributory (the government pays for all of it) annuity at age 60, world-wide space-available travel, permanent use of Post Exchange and Commissary, life-time membership in Tri-Care healthcare. The actual amount of retirement pay is contingent on years served and service record of the member. For the most current benefits, click here to contact your chaplain recruiter for the latest updates and calculations.
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