John was born in Kitts Hill, Ohio, on December 17, 1976, as one of eight children. He married Katie Patterson on September 5, 1998, and the two were blessed with 8 children of their own (4 boys and 4 girls). John served as the associate pastor at Mamre Baptist Church for 12 years before accepting his role at Faith Baptist. John enjoys being outdoors and is family-oriented. He is out-going and loves to talk with people. Katie was born April 17, 1976, as 1 of 3 girls in Chesapeake, Ohio. Katie loves to sing, play the piano, and disciple young women. She enjoys getting people together to sing and raising a heritage as unto the Lord.