“This fundamental regard for the resident alien, and call to solidarity with the ‘outsider,’ came to full realization in the teaching and practice of Jesus of Nazareth.”
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Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Welcoming the Stranger
This deeply biblical insight on welcoming the stranger is challenging for us!
Monday, March 3, 2025
Appointment at Fair Haven
Following up on my recent post about our future, I wanted everyone to know my new opportunity is confirmed! I’m excited. We announced this week to the residents of Fair Haven that I will be coming as their chaplain at the beginning of July.
Fair Haven is a bright star in the system of Methodist Homes for the Aging in the North Alabama and Alabama West Florida Conferences of the UMC. There are 350 residents in independent living, independent plus, assisted living, nursing home, and memory care units. There is a beautiful chapel for services and Bible studies, with a chaplain’s office nearby to facilitate pastoral care.
I will be appointed 3/4 time as an extension ministry of the UMC. This position will allow me to defer retirement and continue to be involved in the UMC I love, while also giving me ability to care for my dad (one of the residents) and help raise our new grand baby nearby. With a little spare time, I also plan to set up a home studio to do some writing, music, and spiritual formation ministries.
Sandy and I have been talking about how much we love Jacksonville and my wonderful appointment here. The church is healthy and strong. Whoever is appointed to come here is going to be lucky to have them.
I am grateful that they have been part of my life, and all we’ve accomplished together, as well as grateful for God‘s very clear calling into a new season of spiritual adventures.
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