Rev. Buck Aiken's Retirement
Posted on by Rev. Benjamin Badgett
Third Sunday of Easter, 2025
Dear St Mark’s Family,
As we journey through the Great Fifty Days of Easter, we do so with joy, and in pursuit of the risen Christ in our everyday life.
Over the course of my two years thus far at St Mark’s, I have been blessed deeply by being in relationship with each of you. And, one relationship in particular has been a solid rock throughout all of our lives. The Rev. Charles “Buck” Aiken is an embodiment of St Mark’s, and a vessel for Christ’s love, in a way that is uniquely his own.
A few weeks ago, Buck shared with me, that after Easter, he would like to formally retire from being the “Associate Rector, Part-Time”. In other words, Buck will move from serving the parish in his priestly role into being with us as a member of the congregation.
Buck has shared with me, that when I am away on vacation, he is glad to serve as the supply priest in those times. So, occasionally, he will vest and preside at the Eucharist, but primarily he will share his ministry beside you in the pews. I know you will certainly welcome him into the seat next to you with loving arms.
In the coming days, we will send out information on planning a celebration for Buck and his ministry. In the meantime, let us all give Buck our gratitude and love as he makes this transition into full-time retirement.
Yours in Faith, Benjamin +
