Pastor Jon is excited to be serving the vibrant community of Magnolia Park. Originally from South Carolina, he moved to California in 2008 to pursue graduate studies at Fuller Theological Seminary. It was in Pasadena that he met his wife, Cordy, at a restaurant where they were hired just a week apart. Happily married since 2016 and two kids later, their journey has taken them across the San Gabriel, Conejo, and Antelope Valleys, and now they’re thrilled to call Burbank home.

 

Although sports medicine seemed like the path for him earlier on, Pastor Jon soon recognized his true calling in looking after the soul. He is passionate about helping people explore faith in ways that strengthen their sense of belonging, deepen their love for others, encourage honest questions and open conversations, and inspire courageous living. Committed to following Jesus’ lead, he strives to work toward a more just and hope-filled world.

 

When he’s not at church, Pastor Jon loves to connect with people on the hiking trail, on the tennis court, over a board game, at the park, and at the local eatery or brewpub. Feel free to reach out to him at  pastor@magnoliaparkumc.org; he’d love to hear from you!