05/2025 – Douglas J. Butler

Douglas is retired from his Head of Technical Services position at Asbury University in Wilmore, KY (1500 FTE). He has been a member of ACL since 1976.

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Reference & Circulation Coordinator – Nelson University – Waxahachie, TX

Job Summary

Institutional Mission: Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings. Come join our team!

Position (Reference & Circulation Coordinator): This position requires a general knowledge of library functions and experience in the areas of Reference and Circulation. This person must be a good communicator, comfortable working with students, and able to implement library policies and protocols. Must be able to maintain an environment conducive to study.

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Walking In God’s Path

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

I have often found that letting God steer my life leads to better outcomes than following my own plans. His timing is what truly matters.  I want to share that I love Contemporary Christian Music (CCM), and my family and I listen to K-LOVE radio every day.  My wife and I have three kids, and it is such a blessing to be driving in the car and hearing three small voices sing praises to the Lord.  Our current favorite is Katy Nicole’s song When I Fall because even the youngest sings along!  In early 2023, I began collecting CCM songs from K-LOVE on Apple Music, feeling a need to gather them for something special.  I imagined playing guitar and singing these songs on campus to share God’s love, not realizing I was preparing for a future in radio broadcasting.

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Academic Technology Support Specialist – MidAmerica Nazarene University – Olathe, KS

Job Summary

MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is a private, liberal arts university with a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and adult education programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Located in the Kansas City metropolitan area, MNU seeks to educate students to serve with purpose within the educational context of the liberal arts, and a Wesleyan-holiness theological perspective.

The Academic Technology support specialist will serve as the primary first-level support for in-person student technology needs backed by the MNU IT department and support other academic technology within Academic Affairs. This includes four primary areas of responsibility: student technology, classroom technology consulting and training, management of the student iPad program, and library technology. This position will interface regularly with the IT department to determine solutions to urgent and long-term problems and needs.

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Library Director – Bushnell University – Eugene, OR

Job Summary

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

The Library Director provides leadership and direction for Kellenberger Library operations, resources, and services. Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive and integrated information literacy plan, and provide and oversee bibliographic and information literacy instruction for students and faculty. Develop and implement a full range of appropriate research and reference services for students, faculty, and other users. Collaborate with faculty and administrators to promote and incorporate library services and instruction within the curriculum. In cooperation with library staff and faculty, develop the collection through ongoing and systematic selection and weeding. Requires evening and weekend hours.

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04/2025 – Jennifer Walz

Jennifer Walz is the Instruction & E-Resources Librarian at Danville Community College/ Barksdale Library in Danville, VA (1550 FTE). She has been a member of ACL for 31 years.

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Director of Library Services – Nazarene Theological Seminary – Kansas City, MO

Job Summary

The William Broadhurst Library at Nazarene Theological Seminary serves as both an academic hub and a theological resource, fostering rigorous scholarship and intellectual formation in the Seminary community. The Director ensures that collections and services support the Seminary’s academic work in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, equipping users with the resources necessary for academic inquiry across all programs. The Director provides leadership for all aspects of library operations, ensuring access to high-quality print and digital resources and services for all users. The Director also oversees the Seminary’s educational technology and writing support, creating a centralized hub that enhances learning access, and providing academic tools that contribute to a holistic and technologically enhanced seminary education.

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An Advent Thought for Easter

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. (1 Peter 1:3 NIV)

For those not familiar with Advent, it is the start of the Christian calendar. During the four weeks leading up to Christmas day, historically, a Christian was encouraged to prepare for the celebration of Christ’s first coming to earth with penance and fasting. Each week of Advent has a theme, week 1- hope, week 2- peace, week 3- joy, week 4- love; these themes can be enriched with many Scripture passages, family activities, and personal reflection.

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Director of Library Services – Emmaus University – Dubuque, IA

Job Summary

This position serves Emmaus University in its mission to educate and equip learners to impact the world for Christ by ensuring the library meets the academic needs of the university’s students and employees.

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Humanities Librarian – Cedarville University – Cedarville, OH

Job Summary

The Humanities Librarian will contribute to the development and delivery of library instruction services, research and information services, and individual research assistance, with special focus on undergraduate students and faculty in the School of Arts and Humanities.

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