Phil started his ministry at OTCC in August of 2015. A native of Greensboro, North Carolina, Phil welcomes hints as to where to find North Carolina BBQ here in his beloved adopted home of Virginia. He is married to his wonderful wife, Jody and has two young-adult children, Alexander and Margeaux and one “canine kid”, Gus. He is considered by many to be the most avid fan of the World Champion Washington Nationals.
An Army veteran, Phil has been in ministry for over 30 years. He is a graduate of James Madison University, Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond and Portland Seminary where he earned a Doctor of Ministry degree.