I am Rev. Chris DeLong, Pastor of The Willowemoc Baptist Church. I am an ordained Anglican priest and chaplain, and I have served in ministry for more than 30 years. Throughout my life, I have been devoted to walking alongside people through every season, from childhood and adolescence to times of grief and hardship. My ministry began with a heart for young people. Over the years, I have led Awana Clubs, youth groups, and after-school ministries, and I have served with the Boy Scouts, helping young people grow in faith, character, and leadership. I have also had the privilege of leading graduation services, offering encouragement and blessing to graduates as they begin new chapters of life. I am equally committed to caring for those who are hurting. For more than 12 years, I have served as a chaplain in hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers, bringing comfort, prayer, and presence to patients and their families. I have also led bereavement groups and provided pastoral counseling to individuals and families facing loss and life's challenges. I believe in meeting practical needs as well, which has led me to serve through food pantry ministries for neighbors in need. I am the author of several books, drawing on insights from my decades of pastoral ministry. Whether I am in the pulpit, at a bedside, or around a community table, my calling remains the same: to share the love of Christ and serve others with humility and grace.