Brian grew up in Southeastern Wisconsin, in New Berlin. He a holds BA in Finance from Loras College, an MBA from Marquette University, and a Master of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to being called as a pastor in December 2011 Brian was in banking for 22 years.

It was at Loras where he met his wife Cinda, and they were married in 1992. He married his head track coach’s daughter. Both he and Cinda were first-generation believers when, after a couple years of marriage, they repented of their sin and trusted in Christ. They have three wonderful daughters, Elizabeth (Elle) who is married to Caleb Baldwin, Hannah and Sarah.

Brian’s interests include the Bible, theology, teaching, training and equipping pastors overseas, biographies of 16th to 19th century Christian leaders, time with his girls, road biking, hiking, and cross country skiing.