Deacon Jim McFarland
Deacon
Bio
In 2024 I have been married 40 years and have three children and one grandchild. I have study at the University of Phoenix online and the Lay Ministry in the diocese. I love the outdoors and God‘s creation enjoy water skiing, fishing, reading, and gardening.
Responsibilities
The most obvious way is when I serve at the Most Holy Mass proclaiming the Gospel and assisting at the altar. Then to serve others at baptisms, weddings and wakes. I am involved with soup kitchen and bible studies. I’m also Franciscan.
What do you enjoy most about your ministry?
Sharing my love for Jesus, in every environment I find myself. Being present to people in the midst of their lives. Sometimes times the ordinary and other times in the midst of the high and lows of their lives. I am blessed beyond measure to be able to share Jesus with others my ministry is a great gift and I am grateful every time I am able to share it with God's people.
How can people get involved in your area of ministry?
I always welcome people to help with the soup kitchen or join the Bible studies. People are always welcome to explore the possibility of them being called to the Franciscan life.
Favorite Bible Quote
Psalm 51 verse 10 “Created in me a pure heart, oh God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”