Hello!

My rich background of music obtained from Eastern Nazarene College really drove my love for music ministry. I became the Worship Leader at LVCN in 1999 and after 25 years in this role, I retired in 2024. I am an ordained Deacon of Music in the Church of the Nazarene and after 38 years of combined service in 3 churches, the General Church granted me retired status during the Virginia District Assembly in 2024. I am still actively involved at LVCN and periodically sing on the Worship Team and lead whenever needed. My current role at LVCN is Associate Pastor with a main focus of overseeing the Greeter Ministry and supporting the Senior Pastor in whatever ways needed. In Acts 4:36 Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, was renamed by the apostles as Barnabas which means (Son of Encouragement). That is my focus now, encouraging those elected to the church board, ministry leaders and members of our congregation. I often enjoy visiting my home state of Maine and spending time with my wife and two daughters and their families. Two of my favorite things are chocolate and Christmas!