I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in social science from Clarion State University in Clarion, PA; Master of Divinity and Master of Sacred Theology degrees in pastoral care from Duke University in Durham, NC; and a Doctor of Ministry in pastoral care from the Ohio Theological Consortium at Wittenburg University in Springfield, OH. 

I began my pastoral career as Lutheran campus pastor at Edinboro State University in Edinboro, PA.  I've served congregations in Edinboro and in Erie, PA, in both interim and called pastorates and have a passion for social and urban ministry. Most recently, I served as seminary pastor at Luther Seminary in St. Paul for four years.

I value the rich liturgical worship and music traditions of Gloria Dei and its strong preaching and teaching traditions.

I look forward to getting to know and serve the Gloria Dei community.