 | I was born in Philadelphia, PA and raised in the Philly Suburbs. Most of my life I have spent living within 100 miles or so of Philly. Currently I am residing in Quakertown, PA so I can more effectively love and minister to the people at East Swamp Church where I partner in service with the rest of the Ministering Staff of the church. Here is some personal and entertaining information about me: I am an Upper Moreland High School Graduate - Willow Grove, PA. I played the drums in marching band in Jr. and Sr. High (Snare Drum) and still love to drum when I can. I have a degree in Automechanics from Eastern Montgomery County Technical School. I have always enjoyed working on cars, motocycles and anything with an engine! I worked for BP Oil as a Manager/Supervisor overseeing the North Jersey territory. I owned a small personal computer repair and consultation firm from 1983-1999. I married my High School sweetheart, and we have been married now 21+ years! Six months after we were married, I quite my job to follow the Lord's calling to ministry. The undergrad degree I have is a Batchlors of Science in Bible (BSB) with a minor in Pastoral Studies. I was ordained into the Gospel Ministry at Faith Community Church, April 1996. I ministered as a Youth Pastor at Faith Community Church in Roslyn, PA for close to 13 years. I was called to serve as the Pastor to Students at East Swamp Church in Quakertown in 1999. My position was changed to Pastor of Administration and Discipleship in 2002. I again graduated from PBU in 2005 with a Masters of Science in Bible (MSB) with Honors - 4.0 GPA. I still today find ways to minister to youth, for I love reaching, teaching and challenging them! Since 2002 I have been passionate about training people and churches in the area of Ministry Safety. Yes, I ride a motorcycle, and have been since I was 18 years old...and love it immensely! The motorcycle that I ride now is a 1998 Honda Shadow VLX Delux, I have owned it since it was new. I have a son who is 15 and excellent in most sports (Basketball) and does great academically. I have a daughter who is 14 and great in sports, drama, music (piano) and academically. I am a collector of strange facts. I am a member of the National Network of Youth Ministers and have been since 1989. I am a member of the Christian Motorcyclist Association ( CMA). I am trained in crisis and immediate care counseling for youth and adults. I have spoken at many youth camps and retreats from Alaska, NJ, PA, West Virgina, NY and more. I was nominated into the Outstanding Young Men of American in 1988, 1989 and 1996. I was nominated into the Who's Who in Religion 1992/93 edition. I received the Evangelism Explosion Trainer Certificate in 1992. I reveived the Evangelism Explosion Sr. Trainer Certificate in 1993. I am a certified trainer for the SonLife Foundations course. When I have time off, I love to hang out with my family, work on my old car and my motorcycle
Finally, my favorite biblical passage is this on... Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future. If I have entertained you, and/or you would like to know more about me and the ministry that I can offer you or your church, just email me by clicking here, and I will be in touch with you soon... Because of Calvary, 
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