I was raised in church. If the doors were open, we were there. Growing up in church, constantly under preaching and teaching can be a great tool for growth in a Christian's life; or it can equip one to more successfully 'go through the motions'. I was saved at the age of 4; but, unfortunately, I was not always zealous for the Lord. I always wanted to do the right thing but was not truly letting the Lord decide what that was. It was not until I was in college that God got a hold of my heart and opened up my life to His plans and purpose. To help others get a renewed zeal for the Lord and a burden to reach the world, like I did, is why I started DTEM in 2014, and 5 years later started RENEW. 

 As a youth pastor at Alliance Baptist Temple, I have a passion for serving and mentoring young people in their spiritual, personal, and academic growth. I have a bachelor's degree in pastoral studies from Massillon Baptist College, which equipped me with the knowledge and skills to effectively communicate, counsel, and lead people of diverse backgrounds and needs.