Jody is a devoted Christ-follower, pastor, and outdoorsman who has spent more than two decades combining skilled craftsmanship with a passion for fishing and ministry. He’s married to Elaine and is a dad to Alice and Henry.

For 23 years, he worked as a farrier, caring for horses and building relationships in barns, arenas, and rural settings across Florida. That hands-on trade taught him patience, attention to detail, and the value of showing up consistently—lessons he still carries into every part of his life.

An avid fisherman, he finds both recreation and reflection on the water, where time outdoors naturally opens doors for conversation about faith, creation, and everyday life.

Alongside his outdoor pursuits, Jody has served in full-time ministry for more than 25 years. He is a minister with Interfaith Emergency Services in Ocala, Florida, where he leads shelter ministry, food-bank outreach, and practical support for people in

need. He also serves as a team chaplain, teaches Bible studies, and preaches as a guest speaker at his church. His work is rooted in a simple conviction: that following Jesus shapes how a person works, recreates, and cares for others.

As an FCA Outdoors Ambassador, Jody is eager to connect with others through fishing, outdoor activities, and honest conversations about faith. He enjoys sharing how a life of skilled work, time on the water, and devoted ministry can point people to Christ in everyday settings.