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Alec grew up in a military family and moved around a lot when he was younger. He primarily lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico, but loved visiting his family in Katy, Texas every summer. Alec and his wife, Raelin, moved to Texas to be closer to his family three years ago. In his free time, Alec enjoys rock climbing, eating crawfish, and walking his dogs. Alec enjoys using his knowledge and resources to propel the Kingdom of God forward!

Amy is a native Austinite and graduate of Baylor University. She is passionate about making church accessible and welcoming for all families. She is married to Bo, and they are raising three teenage girls, Trinity, Felicity and Charity. In their free time they enjoy traveling, hiking and exploring new restaurants. Amy is passionate about helping others identify their strengths and use them to serve others!

Austin is a Texas native with an appreciation for all things music. He attended Texas Tech University where he received a Bachelor of Psychology and Masters of Media. While in Lubbock, he met his wife Shannon. They have two children, Margot and Jack, and can be caught traveling, cooking mediocre meals, or embarrassing themselves with a family dance party in their free time. He loves the city of Austin, the people in it, and aims to glorify Jesus in all things.

Bethany grew up in San Antonio, Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Elementary Education. She loves hiking, getting tacos with friends, and curling up on the couch with a book and her cat. Bethany spent a few years serving in various kids' ministries, most recently completing a children's residency program in College Station. She is excited to join the Austin Ridge helping our kids, know, grow, and serve Christ

Brad was born and raised in South Carolina. He attended Clemson University, where he graduated with a BS in Economics and then received his THM from Dallas Theological Seminary. He is married to Courtney, a Texas girl, and they have two young adult children, Lydia and Luke. They enjoy teaching the Bible, watching movies, being outside, and spending time together. As a father to Luke who has special needs, Brad has a compassionate understanding of others' circumstances. He has a great sense of humor, loves his Clemson Tigers, and enjoys sharing stories from his youth and family. As lead pastor of Austin Ridge since 2004, Brad focuses on teaching God's Word, setting the spiritual pace, and discerning God's vision and will for Austin Ridge.

Breanna calls Austin home, but was raised a country girl. She attended college in San Marcos to lose her accent and pursue a degree in music. Although being part of an orchestra was her goal, she instead landed a career in retail management and is in awe at how God used that experience to prepare her for her role as Connections Director at Austin Ridge. It is Breanna's pleasure to lead the First Impressions volunteers, to assist our pastors and ministry directors in coordinating events, and to be a great resource for those seeking to get involved at Austin Ridge. Breanna has a heart to help the body of this church experience how God can use them and how God can reach them. Look for her in the lobby on Sundays. She would love to meet you!

Bruce was born and raised in Southern California, and attended the University of Arizona, earning a BS in Business Management. Bruce has been married to his beautiful wife, Kimberly, for nearly 25 years, and they have two daughters, Katherine and Caroline. Bruce and Kimberly moved to Texas 24 years ago, and they enjoy traveling together, cooking, gardening, playing pickleball, skiing, and spending time with family and friends.

Bruce loves his work as a leader at a specialty chemical company. He is involved with the PIVOT ministry, has lead D-Groups, and volunteers with the Pursuing Team at Austin Ridge. Bruce has a passion for Jesus and coming along side others in their journey.

Carol grew up in Michigan and moved to Austin shortly after graduating college. She and her husband have a busy life running around with their five children. They enjoy spending time as a family and being part of all of their kids' activities. She is grateful to be able to work in ministry as part of Austin Ridge Finance team.