Where are you from?
I was born in Kansas City Missouri and lived there until 8th grade. The summer before 9th grade, my family was called to the mission field, and we moved to Kenya. Spending high school in Africa played a massive role in shaping me into the person I am today, and I am so grateful for the opportunity. Since then I have lived in Arkansas, Florida, and Kansas City.
Tell us about your family
I am married to my beautiful wonderful wife Rachel. We have been married for 6 years and have two kids, Salem and Bodie. Rachel is the most caring person I have ever met, and I learn more about empathy and patience every second I am around her. Salem is a fiery little blondie with more personality than her tiny frame lets on, and Bodie is as content and easy going as can be. I am blessed beyond my ability to describe, and I am so grateful that the lord has put them in my life.
What do you like to do for fun?
Rachel and I both love going to the gym, and doing anything active or competitive. I love playing guitar and writing music, as well as building guitars and making shoes. I definitely have some niche hobbies, and Rachel is incredibly tolerant of the wood and leather that tends to find its way into our house! I love the process of envisioning something in my mind and honing the skills required to get that idea out of my head and into to my hands.
What are you excited about in this new role?
I believe that our express purpose is to worship the Lord. It’s why He created us! I also believe that worshiping together as a body of believers is one of the most unifying experiences we can have as followers of Jesus. I am beyond excited and honored to have the opportunity to Lead and worship together with the body of PBC. Rachel and I have been looking for a community based family of believers to join with, and I don’t believe we could have found a better one than Phoenix Bible Church. We are so excited to be a part of what God is doing in Phoenix, and we are honored and humbled for the opportunity to join with you at PBC.