It was my intention to burst right out of the gate in 2026 with big plans. I envisioned not only a new website, but more importantly, there would be more time for praying, studying, writing, preaching, and teaching. It did not take long to get a reality check. Sometimes life has other plans. Thus, let’s move the target date for bursting out of the gate to July 1, 2026.
I will share more details about the cause of this delay in future posts. Right now, let me just say that the difficulties and challenges in life certainly provide opportunities to grow in wisdom, grace, and holiness.
A vital portion of my ministry over the last quarter of a century has been leading retreats and days of recollection, speaking at conferences, and preaching parish missions. These events have been instrumental in providing a forum in which I could bring a message of hope to those who are hurting. I fully plan to continue to proclaim the Good News of Salvation as long as I am able to do so with clarity, zeal, fervor, and joy.
Years ago, I would book speaking engagements as far as eighteen months in advance. At this stage of life, that may be just a bit ambitious. I believe a more realistic approach is to keep a schedule of events within six to nine months. Parishes seem to really like Lent and Advent for special events. At this point, my preference would be to book through 2026. That would cover Advent. However, if your parish likes to plan in advance, I would be open to putting you on the calendar for Lent 2027.
For those of you unfamiliar with my preaching and teaching, you can click on the Speaking Engagements tab to see a partial listing of past venues.
Blessings and peace!
Deacon Vernon