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Morgan and I began our mentoring journey while I was as a student at Louisville Seminary and he was the Director of Field Education there. During my second and third years, we met each week to review sermons I prepared for my supply pastorate at a field education church. After we both departed Louisville, our mentoring relationship continued for all the rest of my years as a pastor of churches.

Ours has been a remarkable and life-changing journey that began when Morgan suggested I learn to preach without the presence of a manuscript. From there, our journey took us to many destinations in Scripture, theology, spirituality, and ministry experience. As you read and travel with us, ask yourself how mentoring could enrich your life or the lives of others. Our lives are all precious treasures of vast experiences; whether we are beginners or seasoned travelers. We can open those treasured lessons to others who are just beginning their journeys in ministry or other helping professions. Students and those new to their professions hunger for the wisdom of others who have faced the challenges they now face. A trusted mentor can provide encouragement and companionship throughout their ministries of service.

Morgan and I share our story because we want many more persons to put their toes into the water of this wonderful way of learning. We hope preachers, persons in the pew, and mentors from all disciplines will be encouraged in their journeys as they answer the call of God to give their lives in the service of others.