CAPT Al Hill CHC, USN Retires

Friday morning, after 30 years of commissioned service as a Chaplain in the United States Navy my friend, colleague, and field mentor, retired from the military. Yvonne and I attended the ceremony (which was beautiful!) and I was privileged to offer the benediction.

So, what does one do after 30 years as a Navy Chaplain? You move to Pinehurst, North Carolina, one of the golfing meccas of the United States, and serve as an associate pastor of the Village Chapel. A beautiful interdenominational church in a pristine woodland setting. But, lest you think this is all golfing and lying in a hammock drinking sweet tea, think again. The "chapel" has three worship services on Sunday morning!

That will keep Al more than a little busy! So, as is usually the case with those of us who "retire" from active duty in the military, it isn't really retirement. It is actually a transition from one phase of life to another. Instead of being called chaplain, now he'll be called pastor.

God's blessings on you my friend.