Pastor Stephen began his ministry career as a youth pastor in 2000. He received his ministry degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2006, and was ordained into The Wesleyan Church in 2007. Stephen began giving leadership to Cornerstone in June 2016. 

Stephen and his wife, Michelle, have been married since 2002. They have a son, Titus, and a daughter, Damaris, as well as two dogs, a cat, and a bunny.  He enjoys reading, camping, antique tractors, snow, woodworking, history (especially WWII), playing games and watching football. His favorite team is the Detroit Lions (just check out the decor in his office!).