This letter recommends Pastor Scott Shafer for a position with the United Methodists of Arkansas. It describes Pastor Shafer's experience serving in diverse congregations as a Navy chaplain, developing Christian leaders, renewing existing congregations, engaging in ministry to help underprivileged children, and assisting with health issues as part of his work with a medical battalion. The letter writer, a retired Navy service member, attests to Pastor Shafer's strong character and conviction, and believes he would be an asset to the organization.