He received his certification as a Trainer of Facilitators of Healthy Congregations from Peter Steinke and has led training events in several locations. Working with Steinke in leading a congregation into a healthier environment is an experience that Sam found to be invaluable. Sam also serves as a Bridgebuilder focusing on conflict resolution. Sam, along with friend Marylyn Huff, is working on developing MAP Guides for Ministry and leadership training materials for pastors and elders. Sam is a graduate of Presbyterian College in Clinton, SC; Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA; and Columbia Seminary in Decatur, GA. He has served pastorates in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Nebraska, West Virginia, and Alabama; and has served as an interim pastor in Alabama, Ohio, and North Dakota.