Mike was born in southern Arizona and grew up in the East Valley. He graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, is a Certified Biblical Counselor through the Association of Biblical Counselors, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling from Master’s University. In college, Mike's eyes were opened to his sin and his desperate need of God's forgiveness. It was at that time that he came to saving faith in Jesus and repented of his sins. Shortly after that, Mike met his amazing wife Annie, who was also a new believer. They married in 2001 and have seven kids: Kate, Ryan, Alex, Ashley, Ciara, Josiah, and Josie. Mike's greatest passions in ministry are helping men shepherd and lead their families, caring for orphans and widows, and pointing unbelievers to the only hope there is… salvation in Jesus by grace alone through faith alone. He loves spending quality time with his wife and kids.