Jim is a three-time graduate of Anderson University, with a D.Min. in Christian Leadership. He has been the Lead Pastor of NorthPark Church since 2021. He previously served in Pasadena, TX for over 18 years. He has also served as an adjunct professor at Mid America Christian University since 2011 and Leadership Focus Coach and Master Coach since 2017. He published a book on pursuing a holy life with God called Wholly His in 2025. He and Julia have been married since 1999. They have two grown daughters, Abby and Katelyn. He enjoys Chicago Bears football and St. Louis Cardinals baseball, Xbox, good movies, and fun with friends.