Born and raised in Southern California, Joey encountered Christ as a teenager and has spent nearly two decades serving Christ’s Church. He has helped plant both house and local churches, directed global events equipping believers.

As a husband, father, pastor, and shepherd, Joey is passionate about authentic Christian community, biblical literacy, and seeing the Body of Christ grow in the knowledge of God’s nature and likeness.

He especially loves discipleship, guiding believers toward spiritual formation, and cultivating a church that embodies Christ’s presence in everyday life. His framework centers on equipping God’s people to understand Scripture deeply and to disciple others faithfully.

Joey holds a B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies and is currently pursuing an M.A. in Old Testament and Biblical Languages at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also serves as a Chaplain Candidate with the U.S. Army National Guard.

Josh is a devoted husband and proud father of four, joyfully married to his best friend for more than 12 years. Originally from central Maryland, he and his family followed the Lord’s call to Tennessee in 2021.

Before entering ministry, Josh served as a police officer—a role that gave him a profound appreciation for the unique challenges first responders face. God later led him into first responder ministry (Enter the Lion), where he discovered a deep passion for encouraging and walking alongside those in need of hope and healing.

Josh carries a particular burden for men to experience genuine freedom in Christ. His heart is to see lives transformed by the gospel and to help men live fully in the grace, strength, and purpose God provides.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University.