Doug Sanford

Occupation:	Retired in 2004 after working 28 years for Portland Public Schools as a social worker/school counselor in several southeast Portland elementary schools.
Family:	My wife, Marie, and I have been married for over 33 years. Marie is a semi-retired school teacher and is currently doing substitute teaching for the reynolds school district. We have a daughter (Sharla), who is a third grade teacher at Alder School in the Reynolds school district, and a son (Paul), who works as a natural gardening educator for Metro.
Deacon Since:	January of 2006
ministry passion:	One of my personal ministry passions is member care ministry, which is focused upon caring for the needs of our church family members. Another passion is discipleship. It is such a great thrill to help younger beliebers to grow in their faith, their knowledge, and in their love for the lord with the goal of becoming more and more like jesus christ.
favorite Scripture:	There are several, but if I had to pick one, it would be (Proverbs 3:5-6) Trust in the lord with all your heart and heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and he will make your Paths straight." This passage gives us just what we need in order to live a successful christian life that is honoring and pleasing to the Lord.
hobbies:	While fishing may not necessarily be a hobby for me, it is sonething that I enjoy doing very much, especially fishing for trout.