Staff Member

Director of Religious Education: St. Joseph Parish

​My faith journey began with Baptism in Germany and First Communion in Colorado, but St. Joseph Parish has been my spiritual home for most of my life. It is where I received the rest of my Sacraments and where I married my wife, Kari, in 2003. Together, we are blessed with four children: Brianna, Jonah, Micah, and Elijah. In addition to our first Grandchild: Oaklie.

​A Lifelong Call to Serve

​Answering the call to ministry immediately after high school, my path led me from serving as a 4th-grade assistant to teaching 5th grade for three years. This journey progressed directly into my current role leading the Parish School of Religion. I believe our children are the vibrant future of our Church, and I consider it a true blessing to partner with parents as the primary educators of their children’s faith. In recognition of this dedication, I was humbled to receive the Catechetical Leadership Award in May 2021.

​Leading by Example

​I am committed to seeking God’s call through active service. My involvement at St. Joe’s has spanned many ministries, including:

• ​Leadership & Prep: Baptismal Prep and Seder Meal Coordinator
• ​Liturgy: Altar Server, Choir, Eucharistic Minister and Lector
• ​Spiritual Growth: Christ Renews His Parish, That Man Is You and Cursillo.

​I approach this ministry with a heart for service and the strength of the Word:

​“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”  — Philippians 4:13