CENTRAL -– A new chapter in spiritual leadership at Southern Wesleyan University began on Monday, Aug 25th, as Rev. Heath Mullikin was installed as the University Chaplain.
The service was led by Chaplain Emeritus Rev. Ken Dill, who faithfully served Southern Wesleyan for 32 years— making him one of the longest-serving private university chaplains in the nation. Rev. Mullikin, a 1997 SWU graduate, was a student during Rev. Dill’s tenure, making this installation a meaningful passing of the spiritual leadership from one generation to the next.
University President Dr. Bill Barker officially installed Rev. Mullikin into his new role, where he will provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and leadership to the SWU community. Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, staff, and students, the ceremony marked a milestone in the life of the university.
Reflecting on the significance of the moment, Dr. Barker stated, “Students, faculty, and staff in Christ, we gather today to celebrate the call of God upon Heath Mullikin, who will serve as chaplain of this university. The work of the chaplain is to shepherd this flock, to guide in matters of faith and life, to proclaim the word, to foster a community of higher learning and holy love. We give thanks for this ministry.”