Jason was raised in a Lutheran church and lived in Albuquerque, NM his entire life. He worked in many different areas of youth ministry including as a volunteer and a paid nursery staff employee. He has worked with all ages of youth, from newborns to college age. Jason enjoys playing and coaching soccer in his spare time. He attended Central NM Community College where he majored in Psychology and Elementary Education. He plays guitar, sax, and clarinet. He likes to spend time with his three spoiled Chihuahuas and has been known to rescue endangered animals (snakes, skunks, etc.). His dramatic personality served him well in various church skits and school performances.

Jason’s band with Youth Encounter, Captive Free, released four songs on the YE cd. Here is the first song, here is the second song, here is the third song and here is the fourth song.