Pastor Ben was born in Venezuela, South America, as a missionary kid, and faith has been a part of his life from the very beginning. The son of a pastor, Ben grew up in the church, learning early the value of serving God and others. Before entering full-time ministry, he served his community and State as a Deputy Sheriff and a North Carolina State Trooper.

Following God’s call to preach, Ben spent three years as Youth and Family Life Pastor at North Haven Church in Raleigh, NC, before stepping into his current pastoral role. 

He has been married to his wife, Brook, for 22 years, and together they have three wonderful daughters—Sarah, Hannah, and Abbagail. Ben loves staying active, cherishes time with his family, and has an undeniable weakness for anything that combines peanut butter and chocolate. 

His heart is to see people encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and live out their God-given purpose.