David Cagle

Downtown Church,
Healthcare Chaplaincy
Downtown Church
November 12
As a 501(c)(3) organization, the North American Mission Board respects the intent of givers while retaining discretion over the use of all gifts. Any gifts received above the specific need will be applied where the need is greatest.

About My Family

I’ve lived on the Gulf Coast for the better part of 30 years and call Mobile, Ala., home. I have been married to my lovely bride, Allison, for 12 years, and the Lord has seen fit to bless us with three children: Samuel (11), Hallie (8) and Abigail (4).

We love the outdoors. Our new family activities are camping and hiking.

About My Ministry

In addition to serving as the campus pastor of Downtown Church in Mobile, Ala., I also serve as a spiritual care coordinator for Covenant Care, which offers home health, hospice and palliative services along the Gulf Coast. I supply chaplain support to hospice patients and their loved ones in our Mobile and Baldwin County areas.

I count it an honor to walk with those who are in their last days in this life. Many fruitful conversations have come about, and I’ve seen the Lord at work in a variety of trying contexts. I praise the Lord for His providence and grace in these moments.

SBC Chaplaincy

Chaplaincy is a vital frontline ministry and extension of the local church. Chaplains reach the lost among the thousands of men and women in the U.S. Armed Forces, correctional facilities, healthcare settings, public safety, disaster relief sites, and corporate environments. SBC Chaplains care for the broken, offer hope to the hopeless, and advance the gospel of Jesus Christ in hard-to-reach places.
The qualifications expected of a Southern Baptist applying for endorsement as a chaplain or counselor are established by the using agency and the Chaplains Commission, SBC. These qualification requirements vary according to the type of chaplaincy or counseling ministry involved but all are expected to meet a high level of ministerial competence.

Pray

Pray for boldness to share the gospel and for open hearts among the people to whom I minister. Pray for people to come to saving faith in Jesus. Pray for more to become missionaries and chaplains.

Participate

Commit to long-term prayer support. Explore the opportunities to extend the reach of your church by becoming a chaplain. Be involved in supporting chaplains and their families. Send notes of encouragement. Talk with a chaplain about his or her ministry context. Send resources that support a chaplain's ministry context. Pray for chaplains and their families.
Learn the ministry strategy and context, so you can provide relevant resources. Support a missionary financially.
EMPTY POSITION