What's been going on with me lately...

[RAF]

Matt, congratulations on your new position and new responsibilities - best of luck to you! On a personal, and admittedly selfish note, I'm glad you will continue with the kilt making!
I have an order with you via STM, and look forward to getting my first Matt Newsome creation! Cheers!

[Elf]

God bless you and all you do.

[Ancienne Alliance]

Congratulations Matt !

All the best,

Robert & Lady Chrystel

[M. A. C. Newsome]

Thanks for all the well wishes, gang! To answer McClef, no I am not a deacon, though I did look into that process a few years back. My schedule and other responsibilities would not have allowed for the fairly rigorous training process in our diocese (as it should be). It is something still on the radar, though, for in the future.

Technically, I suppose you'd call me an "Ecclesial Lay Minister," meaning I am a lay person engaged in ministry and employed by the Church. So there you have it.

[FatherWilliam57]

Balancing one's vocation with their chosen avocation is a tough act, especially when one has been called to ministry. Hearty congratulations on your new appointment within the diocese. God's blessings on you and yours as you continue to serve in the Church, and we look forward to your future contributions in the kilt community as well (as your time permits!).

[bonnie heather]

Congratulations and best wishes for this next chapter in your life.
Matt, I have the deepest respect for you and the highest regards for all that you do.

[Coinneach]

Matt, you are a treasure wherever you go. It's always exciting to see someone follow his/her heart and passion. I still look forward to some day ordering a kilt from your expert hands.

[GMan]

Want something done ask a busy person. Good for you Matt.

[cessna152towser]

Wishing you every success Matt in your calling to the Diocesan Ministry.
I know it must have been a difficult decision for you to lessen your involvement with the Scottish Tartans Museum.

[kennethrmc]

Congratulations Matt, and blessings on your expanded ministry! I think you have a rich and balanced life with all your gifts and vocations.