My first infant Baptism
I started this blog in July of 2010 to discuss my ministry experiences in the United Methodist Church. Until my appointment to First United Methodist Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa I had served most of my ministry in the American Baptist Churches, USA. In this blog I share day to day activities and ministries and my experiences of working with the Iowa Conference Board of Ordained Ministry to transfer my orders to the United Methodist Church. Beginning the last week of June 1 will begin serving as the Senior Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church in Sioiux City, Iowa. My wife and I are looking forward to new opportunities for ministry as we move to Sioux City!
My orders being recognized and being commissioned as a Provisional Member of IAUMC
I continue to be very excited to be serving in the Iowa Conference and I believe that in coming to the UMC I have finally come home!
My first wedding at First UMC
Hello Circuit Rider. Are you interested in corresponding about the early Methodist movement? I am currently working on a novel about Francis Asbury. Look forward to your future posts. Blessings.
Al d.
I am always open to talking about my United Methodist family. But you also need to remember I’m not an expert. I’ve only been in the UMC since 2010.