My Tahoe story (we all have one) is...

I came here to be a ski bum in the fall of 1977. I was twenty-two years old at the time and what began as a hedonistic journey of skiing, partying, hiking, etc., etc., all took a turn for the better in the summer of 1982 when I said "I do" to Jesus. My new life with Jesus coincided with meeting my wife, Tasma, and the birth of my two sons, Hudson and Haven, a couple of years later in 1984 and 1986. My story with Sierra began also in 1982 but it wasn't until 1985 I was asked to come on staff to help administrate a growing fellowship.

All my training for ministry has occurred at Sierra. Since I was already married and having kids, it didn't make a lot of sense to go back to school and move away from the very community I was serving in, so I grew on the job. In 1989 I was appointed a pastor and ten years later I became one of the teaching pastors. I fancy myself as one of those New Testament guys pulled right off their fishing boat. Today you'll find me teaching on Sundays or mid-week and handling the counseling duties as they arise.

The loves of my life are in the following order: Jesus Christ, My wife, My sons, Coaching youth, Hang time with close friends.

Favorite TV Shows:
No question, The Andy Griffth Show. Reruns count don't they? Seinfeld, ESPN Sports Center

Favorite Movies:
It's a Wonderful Life, Young Frankenstein, Tombstone, Forest Gump.

Favorite Musician:
Individual: The one and only Sam Cooke,
as for a band? Hands down: The Beatles.

Favorite Books:
Book of Romans, The Trilogy, Too many to mention!

Favorite Sports team:
USC Trojan Football. "Fight On!"