Education:

Bachelor of Musical Arts, Samford University, Birmingham, AL

Master of Music, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL

Family: I have been married to a talented woman for 22 years, Katie. We have two awesome children, Isabella and David.

What I love about First Baptist Church:  The relationships I have with our church members.

Hometown: Arley, AL

Best childhood memories: Camping in the mountains and panning for gold with my Dad.

Favorite Bible verse:  I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Phil. 4:13)

Favorite book:  “The 5 Levels of Leadership” by John C. Maxwell

Favorite food: A BLT Sandwich made with fresh garden tomatoes!!

Favorite movies:  Any of the Star Trek or Star Wars movies.

Favorite vacation spot: Disney World Orlando

Habit I want to quit:  Procrastination

Hidden talent:  I like to crossstich.

Hobby:  Cooking

What music would you find on my IPOD or IPHONE: I love the Martins & David Phelps.

Proudest moment:   When my oldest daughter was born and when our adoption of David was final.

Strangest thing I have done: Chasing a calf at a Rodeo.  

Way to relax:  Reading a good book on my Kindle.

Weirdest thing I’ve eaten: Chitlins

What I wanted to be when I grew up:   A Chef