For John Cromartie there are many parallels between his life’s calling and one of his favorite hobbies, hiking. “It’s all a journey,” said Cromartie, who’s led the congregation of Cumming First United Methodist Church for the past 16 years. “There are a lot of connections because life is a series of challenges, hiking is a series of challenges, and you have to be prepared for the unexpected.”
Avid hiker, minister ready for next trek — retirement
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