intentionaly spreading the Gospel to our future defenders!
Christian Hickey
Chaplain & Co-Founder of Tier 1 Ministries
Role Summary
As the Founder, CEO, and Chaplain, I provide full-time leadership, direction, and spiritual guidance to Tier 1 Ministries. I disciple Special Operations candidates nationwide through SOCOM Athlete events, daily Bible instruction, mentorship, prayer, and biblically grounded media.
Duties & Responsibilities
🔹 On-Site Ministry (SOCOM Athlete Events)
Attend all SOCOM Athlete “Hell Day” and training events nationwide.
Provide physical and mental instruction through biblical parables and spiritual insight.
Mentor candidates after each “gate” (event station), reinforcing values like teamwork, endurance, and spiritual fortitude.
🔹 Weekly Discipleship & Bible Teaching
Bible Studies: Lead structured studies on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for SOCOM Christian Athletes.
Daily Devotions: Provide Scripture-based encouragement and insight Monday–Friday (posted on Telegram).
Sunday Prayer Meeting: Host a weekly evening session for open prayer, confession, and communal support via Telegram.
🔹 1-on-1 Mentorship & Counseling
Offer personal mentorship every Tuesday & Thursday (9 AM–5 PM).
Guide candidates on spiritual resilience, relationships, team life, and Christian identity within the SOF environment.
🔹 Media, Content & Platform Development
Create weekly motivational and Scripture-based video content.
Manage all Tier 1 Ministries’ social media platforms and Telegram channel.
Develop original discipleship materials for digital and field use.
🔹 Manual & Resource Development
Authoring the SOCOM Christian Athlete Manual, a spiritual field guide modeled after military handbooks.
Equipping believers to spiritually and practically integrate their calling to serve in Special Operations.
Weekly Time Commitment
40+ hours/week: Ministry leadership, mentorship, content creation, Bible teaching, event travel, and administrative duties.