Rev. Jim Kidd served Asylum Hill Congregational Church in a dynamic ministry that lasted over 19 years and resulted in one of the healthiest congregations in the country. During that time, more than 1000 members were added to the church rolls, making it the second largest United Church of Christ congregation in Connecticut, and one of the largest in the country, at a time when inner-city congregations were in decline nationwide.
Along with his wife Joann, the Kidds poured their hearts, souls and vision into AHCC, creating a gathering of God's people committed to the city and always engaged in sharing, caring, outreach and worship.
In 1998, Rev. Peter Grandy, Associate Minister Emeritus, wrote the following upon Rev. Kidd's retirement:
"Jim helped us become a more Christ-centered church, encouraging us to accept the leadership and forgiveness of Christ and to know that we are all loved by God. But above all, he taught us to believe that in all things, God is always there with us, working for good, for those who trust in God."
Jim passed away on May 19 at the Tidewell Hospice Center near their home in Punta Gorda, FL following a brief illness and complications from surgery. A service of thanksgiving and celebration will be held at AHCC on Saturday, June 23 at 1:00 p.m.

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