Jeff grew up near Williamston, Michigan, where he loved time spent on his grandparents’ farm north of Fowlerville. In the early 1980s, he relocated to Florida, where he met his late wife, Carrie. They built a loving home together with three sons. Tragically, after 26 years of marriage, Carrie passed away following a courageous battle with cancer.
Later, Jeff found love again in marriage to Laura, a talented musician, songwriter, piano instructor, and worship leader. Their blended family has flourished, bringing the rewarding role of stepfather into his life. Together, they share five adult children—most of whom are married—and the entertainment now comes from their growing number of grandchildren.
Professional Background
Ordained in July 1990, Pastor Jeff has served churches in both Florida and Michigan in various roles, including youth pastor, minister of education, church planter, senior pastor, and—most extensively—counseling pastor.
For his counseling role he holds two degrees from Liberty University: a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling. His counseling experience spans diverse settings, such as a community-based addictions center, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, providing grief and end-of-life care through Hospice, and serving as a Christian professional counselor focused on relational and emotional healing on church staff and private practice.