Pastor Kerry was called to help start Living Hope Church's and serve as a Teaching/Senior Pastor. Prior to that, he served in various positions in Northern Illinois churches.

The attributes that best describe Pastor Kerry as a pastor are strong preaching, leadership development and community involvement. He has expressed a burning desire to lead a church like Living Hope Church where biblical views are embraced and encouraged, with members who care about the needs of those around them and who want to connect others to the body of Christ. Pastor Kerry takes worship and preaching very seriously, spending the first hours of his day focused on Bible study.

Pastor Kerry has been happily married for 26 years to his wife, Marcy. Who shares in his passion for their community. They have two children: Karlie and Morgan.