Alan was born in Carmel, Indiana where he discovered his call to pastoral ministry and graduated high school. He then attended Hope College, where he found Engedi Church to be his place of fellowship, faith, and community. After interning in the Students department as well as leading an Outreach ministry to engage freshmen, Alan joined staff as the Middle School Coordinator. As a passionate and crazy kid growing up, he has unlocked his zeal for middle school students and longs to tell others about Jesus. He loves to golf, hangout with friends, eat a good meal with others, and leads worship at Hope College.