Jake was born and raised in Crawfordsville and other than a 4 year stay in Ethiopia, has lived in Crawfordsville his whole life. He loves his hometown, and having the opportunity to live here with his wife Taneille and 6 children. In addition to coaching his kids in multiple sports, Jake enjoys riding dirt bikes with his friends and making everything an adventure. Equipping the church to share their faith and sending out missionaries is his passion in ministry.