Gary was raised in Stevens Point, WI. After running away from home in his early teens, he gave his life to Christ at the age of 17. Guitar playing has always been one of his main loves. In 1988, Gary married his wife, Nancy and launched into full time ministry. They have ministered itinerantly as evangelists and on church staffs since. Their travels have taken them to many parts of the US and to Mexico and India. Maggie and Jacob, their two children, travel and minister with them. Gary's style is one of a Psalmist. He not only uses contemproary worship songs, but in much of his ministry he creates spontaneous lyrics and music. Many of these anointed impromptu songs are personal and prophetic, directed toward individuals in the audience. Tears and weeping are a common occurance as hungry and needy hearts hear the "word of the Lord" sung over them.

Quotes about Gary's ministry:

** "The anointing that the Lord has place upon Gary to bring people into the presence of God is one that I have seen very few traveling ministers walk in."

** "Gary has a very special gifts like that of the Psalmist. As he plays his instrument and sings for the Lord, God's Spirit moves through him and touches the hearts of the people who are seeking after God. The first three times I experienced his ministry, I simply sat and wept under the touch of God."

** "Gary has a very gentle spirit and is very submissive to a Pastor's leadership. He is very gifted as a musician, yet he is very humble as a person."

** "Few players develop their talents to the extent that Gary has... An incredible talent that should impress most fans of acoustic-oriented genres". Guitar Player Magazine (Spotlight Column)

Contact Gary at: gary@nwhop.org

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