About John

My life has been full.  The Lord blessed me with the world’s greatest wife, Mary, and three lovely daughters.

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Mary and I were privileged to serve for 28 years on staff with the Navigators in California, South Carolina, the Philippines, and Argentina.  After graduating from Columbia International University (M Div), I was called to pastoral ministry, serving Central Presbyterian Church in Kingstree, SC, and Christ Church in Katy, TX.  My studies at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte) led to a Doctor of Ministry degree.  I am an honorably retired member of the Blue Ridge Presbytery (Presbyterian Church in America).  Mary is a retired elementary and special education teacher.

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​In 2011, Mary and I moved back to my family farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.  We called it "Thistle Dew Farm" for thirteen years. Then we sold it and moved to a condo in Roanoke.

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Our favorite current activities include hiking, enjoying worship and fellowship with Providence PCA in Roanoke. VA,  trips to visit our three daughters and their families, including our five grandchildren, exploring historical sites, and working on writing projects.

Thanks for visiting,

Dr. John A Carroll