What do you do here?
I help as many middle school students and families as possible know that: God loves you where you are, but He has so much more planned for you! You have a great story, and it is part of God’s story of redemption.

When did you start attending Arcade Church?
I grew up at Arcade from 1st grade on.

When did you start working at Arcade Church?
I started working at Arcade as a childcare helper when I was in high school, took an internship with the middle school ministry in 2006, and in 2013 stepped into the role leading middle school.

Educational Background: Ministry Leadership Certificate from Western Seminary/ NextGen Churches. I am finishing up a Bachelor’s Degree from Moody Bible Institute. 

Favorite Bible Verse: Micah 7:19 You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea. (NIV)

Family: Allie and I were married in November 2005. We have 3 kids - Thaddeus, Jedidiah, and Jubilee. 

Favorite memory from your time at Arcade Church: I have too many favorite memories from Arcade but one that sticks out beyond most is walking into Mrs. Paula’s first grade class early in my time at Arcade. She welcomed me with the biggest smile, and always took time to make sure I knew I was seen and loved. 

What is something here in this life that you hope is in heaven? Music, with all the instruments. I love hearing good music that incorporates styles and instruments from around the world, I hope all the instruments through history are tunes together to lead the worship in heaven.