Joe Eckman has extensive experience in the field of ministry and spiritual care. Currently serving as a Chaplain at VITAS Healthcare since May 2016, Joe also holds a long-term position as a Pastor with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod since June 1991. Additionally, Joe gained valuable experience as a Chaplain Intern at St. John's Hospital from April 2012 to September 2014. Joe Eckman obtained a Master of Divinity degree in Theology/Theological Studies from Concordia Theological Seminary between 1987 and 1991.