Henry G. Covert

Dr. Henry G. Covert is an ordained minister with the United Church of Christ. After a tour of duty in the military, he worked in law enforcement for twenty years as both a patrol sergeant and county detective. Toward the end of that career, he began his studies for the ministry. He has pastored several parishes, worked as a counselor in therapeutic communities, was a state prison chaplain, and acquired adjunct faculty status at the Pennsylvania State University. Reverend Covert was the chaplain for Pennsylvania's first execution in thirty-three years. He holds several academic degrees in the Scriptures and theology, including a doctorate from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. He is the author of seven books: Ministry to the Incarcerated, Spiritual Reflections-A Journey through the Scriptures, Discovering the Parables-An Inspirational Guide for Everyday Life, Prayers That God Hears, Journey to the Next World - Understanding Death and Resurrection, Exploring Christianity, and Spiritual Insights.