Our Team

I was raised across North Dakota as the son of United Methodist clergy. I met my wife, Barb (currently the Assistant to the Bishop), in seminary at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary,  outside of Chicago.

I was first appointed to the Elmwood and Rock Elm United Methodist Churches and then to Faith United Methodist Church, a downtown congregation in Superior. During my 21 years there, we grew the worship attendance and many outreach ministries.

In 2021, I was thrilled to receive a new venture with an appointment to Trinity United Methodist Church in Elk Mound and Iron Creek United Methodist Church of rural Menomonie.  We have experienced dynamic ministry including: launching a new church start, the Grace Bridge Korean United Methodist Church of Menomonie; launching a young adult ministry; and growth in membership. 

I have recently served on the board of Midwest Mission, a mission warehouse of The United Methodist Church.  Currently, I chair both the Wisconsin Conference Board of Global Ministries  (mission arm of the church) and the Conference Mosaic Covenant Award for Missions.  I am vice-chair of the Jurisdictional Board of Volunteers in Mission.

My wife and I have four grown children.  My interests include:  motorcycles, old cars, biking, traveing, and walks.

I would love to learn more about you - maybe with a visit over coffee (my treat)! I know that you will be as excited as I am about engaging with all God is doing through Trinity and Iron Creek churches!