The Rev. Chad E. Jarnagin is a priest, researcher, author, and musician. He is the Founding Vicar of Luminous Parish, a space of spiritual wellness in Nashville | Franklin, TN. He is an ordained priest, a Certified Enneagram Teacher, and Spiritual Director. Member, President’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (2003-2009).
Fr. Chad is the author of Learning to Be: Reconstructing Peace, and Spiritual Health (Morgan James Publishing).
Chad grew up around Cincinnati, OH and has lived in the Nashville area for over 25 years. He and his wife Jennifer, a Montessori educator have three boys. Chad continues his family's baseball heritage by coaching in the local youth league.
As a Certified Executive Bourbon Steward, Chad curates exclusive private tastings events and whiskey lists at establishments.
Fr. Chad attended Carson-Newman University, Berklee College of Music, & Veritas College. He holds a Masters Certificate, M.A. Biblical Studies and M.Div.. He aspires to pursue a doctorate in the future.
“If Chad Jarnagin’s voice doesn’t strike you, you probably should visit an audiologist. If his ability to facilitate the diffusion of better ideas doesn’t inspire you, you might need to see a neurologist. But if his grace and style doesn’t make you look twice, you should probably check your pulse.”
“Fr. Chad is exactly the kind of person I need on my journey. He realizes questions are more important than answers. Having questions requires faith. Asking questions requires courage. Chad leads with both faith and courage in pursuit of beautiful, sacred truth.”
“Chad Jarnagin is making a meaningful contribution to the growing conversation surrounding culture, the arts, and Christian spirituality. His voice is wise and important.”