Bear first attended St. John’s in 2010 with his now wife, Virginia, and subsequently was married and baptized all three of their children, Barron (9), Frances (7) and Evie (1), at St. John’s. Since 2021, Bear has had the privilege of leading the Father’s Ministry along with spearheading the Father-Child camping trip. From 2018-2020, Bear assisted in the annual canvassing efforts. In addition, Bear has manned the grill for Rally Day dating back to 2019 and is currently part of the Kitchen Krewe. Bear also served in 2023 as a Sunday School teacher. St. John’s has been a major part of his wife’s life, including attending school here, and Bear feels beyond blessed to have inherited this special place!
Bear graduated from the University of Florida in 2003. Professionally, Bear is head of sales at Redwire, a commercial security firm, where he has worked for seven years. He currently is on the Board of Fellows for the University of Tampa and Chairs the Tampa Metropolitan YMCA “Run for the Roses” Derby annual event.
St. John’s has become a significant part of Bear’s adult life, and he is honored to be asked to serve further.