Richard became a Christ-follower at a young age at his home church in Orlando, Florida. God called him to the ministry in high school and has been in full-time ministry for over 30 years, serving as worship pastor of FBCMI since 2010. He has a passion for God’s Word, his church, and shepherding people to grow in Christ. He is married to Amy and has 2 sons, Patrick and Zachary, a daughter-in-law McKenzie, and three grandchildren, Ruby, Finley, and Calvin. He loves photography, cycling, and spending time with family.