Paul grew up in the San Francisco Bay area. He earned a BA History from San Jose State (’84), then moved to an Israeli kibbutz for an intensive language & history program. Paul married Lynne in 1985; earned a MA Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary(‘89)  and then a MDiv from San Francisco Theological Seminary (’95). Paul has served churches in Washington State, the Philadelphia area and most recently in Council Bluffs. Lynne holds a MS in Nursing Education and teaches at the Nebraska Medical Center. They have 3 adult sons that they are very proud of. Paul enjoys meeting new people, seeking adventures with Lynne and reveling in God’s blessings.