Jonathan was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and was privileged to grow up in a strong Christian family where he learned about the Lord. However, it wasn’t until attending university that he made a firm decision to follow Christ during the Urbana Missions Conference. Jonathan taught biology in Pennsylvania for 15 years before moving to Alberta and is currently employed at The Renert School where he teaches science from grades 2-10. Jonathan is married to Gabrielle and they have two teenage sons. Jonathan has served as a Sunday School teacher, Terminal Velocity referee, and is an active participant in the 4th Musketeer men’s ministry. Jonathan is a member of the Cochrane Rangers Soccer Club and enjoys photography, entomology, and projects involving power tools. He has a passion for youth and men’s ministries.