Youth ministry is a challenging vocation.  The average youth minister in America lasts approximately ten months in most churches.  This is a shocking average, and  although Sharon and I will be with you much longer, we understand the fast changing tides of youth ministry that cause such a sudden burnout for those called to their aid.  With teen pregnancy, drug addiction, and the theology of relevance permeating the minds and lives of our youth, it is obvious that youth ministry is a front-lines battle, and we must be prepared for the mission.

As a church body, we have been extremely blessed by the     dedicated love Charlie and Coco have given our youth for the past six years.  They’ve laid a wonderful foundation upon which we hope to continue to build God’s kingdom, and despite the sober fears of what lies ahead, we are confident that the Lord will provide everything we need during the  construction!

Please pray that God will continue to work in the hearts of our youth—that they will all be, in the words of Brooks Pipher, “South Beach Grommets Stoked for Jesus!”  It is the heartfelt prayer of Sharon and I that we, as a couple and as a church family, can truly be a Beacon of Light for those living in darkness.

Ephesians 3:21 has been a favorite Bible verse for us since our marriage two years ago.  Since the day the Lord brought us together He has done so much more than we can “think or imagine.”  We know that the Lord is still doing that for us and through us by allowing us to join the fellowship of believers at Chapel.  Thank you so much for your warm welcome and hospitality.  We look forward to    being the newest members of your family.

For His Glory,