After studying for the Catholic priesthood at the University of Saint Thomas and Catholic University in Washington D.C., Joseph embarked on a journey of ministry in Covenant Community, Youth Ministry with National Evangelization Teams and finally as pastor of a Vineyard church and a retreat minister at Emmaus Retreat Center in Mississippi. He also studied and completed four years of Welton Academy Supernatural Bible School and one year School of Kingdom Ministry. His certifications include: Light University in Spiritual Formation, Mental Health Crisis Coaching, Spiritual Disciplines and Advanced Life Coaching.
Joseph has been involved with guiding others in their walk with the Lord for the past 15 years. He uses a variety of tools and methods to help men and women grow in their relationship with God. His calling is to help others grow in their identity in Christ and to see them transformed and healed by the love of God being manifested in their lives. Joseph has a heart for spiritual direction which has been a part of his own life for the past 40 years. Growth comes through listening, listening to God and to each other.
Joseph is married to Kristy, and they have one son Zach.
He loves the outdoors, nature walks, hiking and biking. He also loves reading and studying theology, and teaching and encouraging others in their journey with God.
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