This past month, I officially accepted an offer to be the Camp Manager at Youthfront Camp West. As Camp Manager, I have some big responsibilities. The main ones are maintenance of camp facilities year round, shepherding and supervising the on-site community and volunteers, building relationships with neighbors and guests, and hosting retreats.
There are several reasons why we believe this to be God’s provision for us. First, due to the housing and job situation in Louisville it became apparent that in addition to full-time seminary courses, Amanda and I would both have to work in order to survive financially. This situation would also create a huge strain on us as a family. I would not be the father and husband I hope to be due to the amount of stress and lack of time.
Second, something many people do not know is my love for working with my hands. This position provides the unique opportunity to work with my hands in a way that creates ministry-enabling space, plus getting some of the direct person-to-person discipleship ministry I love so much.
Third, this position will give our family some stability for the next several years living at Youthfront Camp West. (We’ve never lived in the same place more than 9 months since being married)
Lastly, this position sets us up for more effective ministry in the future by allowing me to finish seminary in a holistically healthy way. Over the next four years, I will be completing my Masters of Divinity at the pace of 3-4 classes per year through online and modular courses, all the while able to work in ministry full-time, and spend a reasonable amount of time with my family.
In reality, our goals have stayed the same, but the road and timeline have changed. Please pray for us as I get started over the next couple weeks.
Also, I want to say a heartfelt thank you for your prayer and support as we follow God’s leading. We are so grateful for your faithfulness. Feel free to call or email us if you have questions.
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