Please know that my wife Chris and I regard this appointment as a wonderful opportunity to share ministry with you in and around the Leland community, the Northern Waters District, and the Michigan Annual Conference.  I have served as a pastor in the Michigan Conference since 1983.

I have been privileged to serve at Whitmore Lake (near Ann Arbor), Ortonville (in Oakland County), State Street UMC (Saginaw), AuGres/Twining: Trinity UMC, and most recently at Chesaning: Trinity UMC. I enjoy the challenges of preaching and teaching in ways that can apply to our everyday life. I like to sing when the opportunity presents itself.

My wife, Chris, and I are involved in the Brady Campaign as well as “Moms Demand Action”, a group that works for sensible gun legislation in an effort to curb gun violence.

In our leisure time, Chris and I enjoy playing golf – although I cannot say that we are anywhere near skilled golfers. We enjoy spending time with family (9 grandchildren!), reading, laughing, and just being at home. Chris enjoys good movies, while I enjoy watching the Tigers, the Red Wings, the Pistons, the Lions, and Michigan State sports on television.