The son of a Southern Baptist pastor, Pete has been in the church all of his life and has served as Chairman of Deacons, as well as many other administrative capacities. He also serves as a Bible teacher and mediator for his local church. A peacemaker by Spiritual gift, Pete has facilitated small groups in the “Five Principles of Unity” study. His passion for church unity is based on a belief that it is God’s desire for the church and it is what best equips the church for evangelism. Pete resides in Phoenix with his wife, Shirley, and their two children.