Mac always loved to chat using his pc, he and I met on IRC and when he found out I was in Australia, he wanted to know who i was. We immediately became friends, we discussed our faith in God, and bonded.He and I were talking daily, sharing our lives. He was an amazing friend. I love him as brother and i mourn his loss. In eternity i will give him a huge hug and say thank-you for being my friend. My heart felt condolences to the whole family and the Church community. Carmen Ruth Schmandtke Melbourne Australia
Posted by: Carmen Ruth Schmandkte Melbourne Australia   Dec 05, 2009

Robert, and I met in in florida several years ago at a UM meeting. I was pleased to include him in my circle of friends, and to have advanced him to a Bishop of the Universal Ministries. His place in the Bishop page will remain as a memorial to his service in the church. Good journey friend, and have the coffee waiting for us when we get there.
Posted by: Rev. D. E. Hickman Milford, IL   Nov 21, 2009

Mac added many questions to my faith that drove me to seek more information. For this I will always be grateful. He was loved on Universal Ministries and whill leave an empty spot in our hearts. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with his family. Peace Brother Mac! Save us a spot up there!
Posted by: Fran Doran    Nov 20, 2009

Fr. Mac touched my life so very deeply through the UM Forum. His wit and wisdom were wonderful. My most sincere condolences to his family.
Posted by: Rev. Cindi Green Mobile, AL   Nov 20, 2009

I feel so lucky to have had the chance to get to know Mac! He reached out to me during a very difficult time and offered me advice, prayers, and friendship. He made me laugh and made me feel cared about. I will always remember him and miss him very much! We lost an amazing man!!!!!! To Mac's family, I am so very sorry for your loss! I only knew him via email and instant message and am sad enough; I can only imagine how you are all feeling!!!!!!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Thanks for sharing this very special man with his fellow friends at Universal Ministries! I can only hope he knew how much he touched my life!
Posted by: Wendy St. Peter    Nov 18, 2009

My deepest condolences to Mac's family. I "only" knew Mac through the Universal Ministries, but it still feels like a family member has moved on. Mac always talked with such pride about his daughter and his hopes and dreams for her and how much he loved her. He always looked for the silver lining and he will be missed. Blessings to Mac's family and friends during this difficult time.
Posted by: Rev. Shelly Strauss Rollison    Nov 18, 2009

Oh, Mac, we are so saddened at Univeral Ministries by your going but we are for the better having known you. Your thoughts were challenging, your intentions made of valor, and your heart was good. You will be missed but we keep the faith that we will see you again...either in the footprints you have left behind or in person when our own journey here ends. Be at Peace, dear Brother.
Posted by: Carrie Chism Delaney RN BSN Dallas, TX   Nov 18, 2009

I haven't had the time to know him like so many of youhave, however, in seeing him work through our site he is quite the gentelman. I am sorry for your loss. May God bring peace and blessings to him and his family
Posted by: Pastor Jeff Holt    Nov 18, 2009

I will miss Mac so much! He was a great friend and co-conspirator in UM and Walking Tree! He challenged me and argued with me and made me laugh. My heart breaks for his family and friends whom he cared for and loved tremendously! At least now, Mac has all the answers to his questions! love, deb, aka 'the pink princess'
Posted by: Debbie Kleinheider New Haven, MO   Nov 17, 2009