Dennis Doyle
Ext 715
There are times when all of us need to have safe people to talk to about the realities of life and hopefully faith. I believe that the redemptive love of God will always move us towards hope, regardless of what our circumstances may be. So by nature I tend to be tenacious, and I think God is too.
I recently turned 55 years old, so I’ve had time to accumulate my own life experiences. I’m seasoned. I think I can offer practical and biblical insight that you might find beneficial. Here are some examples:
Parenting:
My wife Karen and I have raised 4 children, so while I may not be an expert on helping you parent your child, I can share some wisdom about parenting. We’ve seen our children excel and become independent.
Marriage:
Karen and I have been married 32 years. I think much of an enduring marriage is the determination to make it work one day at a time and live in grace with each other. If you are looking for someone to talk about how to relate to your spouse, I think I have some wisdom to offer.
Relating to Senior Adult Parents:
Karen and I have seen our parents pass away. Life is unmistakably different when you say good-bye to your parents. We did the best we knew how to honor them.
Following the Leadership of Others:
Few people get to call their own shots in life. I’ve worked with a variety of leaders. Some have been fantastic, others could have been better. What’s tough is when someone in authority makes a decision that impacts your life, and it has dramatic consequences. Have you learned that institutions are rarely loyal to people?
Ministry:
I can provide some perspective on serving in the ministry without losing your soul. After 29 years, I have experienced the extremes of the great and the horrible. Much of ministry is simply being faithful in the day-to-day experiences.
I think that Jesus wants to use us; perhaps the more pressing issue is how you and I can be useful?
Military Life:
While I have never been in the military, most of my friends are people who have served in the Air Force at Whiteman Air Force Base. I have watched and admired them as they sacrificed for our country, but it’s not easy.
Living A Virtuous Life:
We all find ourselves in situations that require making difficult decisions. It’s one thing to make a pragmatic decision, but often the best decisions require more courage and sacrifice. I would enjoy helping you to strive for virtue!
Miscellaneous:
To me “miscellaneous” means, “whatever you want to talk about.” I will do my best to walk through your situation with dignity, non-judgment, and wisdom.
Bio:
I grew up in Austin, Texas as the son of a high ranking police officer who had no use for faith and a mom who was a devoted Baptist. I came to faith in Jesus at age 10 and have served as a pastor since 1986. I served for 15 years as a Collegiate Minister working with students at the University of Central Missouri. That was a great experience! In 2001, I made a transition in life and began serving as the Pastor of Adult Ministries at First Baptist Church in Warrensburg, MO. FBC is a larger church in a smaller town. I am still serving at FBC, but I’m beginning to make some transitions in life, which include joining Epic Counseling and working on my master’s degree in counseling.
Family:
My wife Karen is on the faculty at Cleveland University in Overland Park, KS. Our oldest son Nathan is a writer. He and his wife Lindsey are expecting our first grandchild in October. Our oldest daughter Landry lives in Los Angeles with our son-in-law Adam. Landry is a researcher for a financial security firm. Katelyn, our youngest daughter, recently graduated and has her first full time job in public relations in Kansas City. Austin, our youngest son, is a student at UCM and enjoys serving at a local church for students.
Education:
The University of Texas - B.A. in Business Management
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary- Masters of Divinity
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary- Currently enrolled