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Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Jay joined the Ark Church in May of 2014 following his graduation from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. There he earned his Bachelor's degree in Youth and Family Ministries with a minor in Business. He also met his wife Jadyn at ORU. They married in April of 2015. Playing sports most of his life, Jay loves anything athletic and adventurous. In his role as High School Assistant Pastor includes working closely with the Student Ministry Pastor, planning Sunday and Wednesday services, and speaking periodically at the those services. Jay is passionate about seeing young people come to know Jesus in a real and genuine way.