Ordained minister since 1993, born in Willmar, MN, raised in Michigan.  He graduated in 1991 from North Central Bible College, Minneapolis, MN with a B.S. in Cross Cultural Ministries. 2017, he completed his M.A. in Christian Ministries & is currently working on his Doctorate in Intercultural Studies at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary.  He and his wife, Carleen, have two adult children and two grandsons. He served the Midwest Latin American District in various roles: MN Sectional Presbyter (2002-2004), Executive Presbyter (2002-2005), Missions Director (2003-2013), Church Plant Director (2003-2018), IL/WI Sectional Presbyter (2017-2020), & District Secretary/Treasurer (2005-2020). He is currently the founder & president of APEX Ministries & National Consultant and Facilitator for Acts 2 Journey of the Assemblies of God.