I hold a B.A. (York U, 1999, summa cum laude) and a Master of Divinity (U of T, Knox College, 2008, Gold Medal). I serve on the national Church Doctrine Committee.

In the past few years I’ve had some articles published on faith, leadership and parenting, spoken to groups about culture, technology and change, and am loving pastoring Westminster—a church who continues to experience vitality and renewal.

I should also say that on my days off I like to wear track pants, play Lego and make pancakes. Sometimes they have chocolate chips. But only when I’m feeling crazy.

Here’s a few fun facts: I…

• served as an extra in a Nicolas Cage movie
• appeard as the guitar player in Deric Ruttan’s hit video When You Come Around
• was a finalist in the 2001 ISC International Song Contest
• performed at Canadian Music Week and two Mariposa Folk Festivals
• did a 3-song publishing deal with Song / ATV Tree Music Publishing

And then there’s this. I believe…

• in prayer and that humans do have wings (they’re called knees)
• that the castle of your character is built one brick at a time
• that if you have a life-changing faith your faith should be changing your life
• and that you can’t lead from the middle

My two favorite Bible verses right now are:

• John 10:10: “The thief [Satan] comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I [Jesus] came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
• Mark 13:31: “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away” (Jesus).

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Contact

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