Teammate Spotlight: FPH Chaplain Bill Zink

Since June of 2021, Bill Zink has served as a chaplain for Faith Presbyterian Hospice (FPH), working in the Harold E. Simmons In-Patient Care Center at the T. Boone Pickens Hospice Center and visiting patients in their homes. In addition to officiating funerals and memorial services, he provides spiritual, pastoral and bereavement support, often acting as a listening ear or a shoulder of support for patients and their loved ones. We sat down with Bill to learn more about him through an insightful question and answer session. Read about this compassionate teammate below.

What are you passionate about regarding your professional role?
Professionally, I am passionate about the opportunity to bring visibility to an invisible community. In many respects the elderly are a forgotten and invisible community that have been left in the shadows of society. I’m passionate about bringing God’s light into their world in an effort to show them they still have value, purpose and meaning.

Favorite memory/moment to date during your time at FPH:
One of my favorite moments took place as I was praying with a family. Their four-year old daughter took my hand, and we prayed together. This sweet gesture reminded me that we need to be present for every person regardless of their age. 

What do you think sets FPH apart from other hospice services?
I believe what sets FPH apart is our dedicated teammates. The people I work with are truly committed, compassionate and consistent in the care they provide.

On the weekend, you can find me:
On the weekend, you can find me riding my horse, working on home construction projects and spending time with my wife, daughters and granddaughter.

My favorite foods/restaurants include:
My favorite restaurant is Four Winds Steakhouse, and I love ordering prime rib. My favorite meal is steak and a loaded potato.

Tell us about your hobbies:
My hobbies include horseback riding, woodworking and leather carving.

What is something that makes you feel proud?
I am most proud of my family whose strength, love, wisdom and empathy have shaped me and have also touched the lives of those around us. Their support means everything to me.

Share about your family:
I have been married to my wife, Vicki, for 30 years. We have two beautiful daughters; Michalia is 27 and Josephine is 25. Our gorgeous granddaughter, Noa, is 18 months old. In addition, we own four horses. Cinnamon, Bunny and Koko are Quarter Horses and Johnny is a Mustang. We are also surrounded by MANY outdoor cats.

How would your friends describe you?
My friends would describe me as dependable, supportive, thoughtful, compassionate and honest.