Brian Whitman

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Brian and Gina have been married for almost 12 years and have three kids: Faith, Elijah and Isabella. Valley residents since 2005, they love living in the heart of urban Phoenix. Brian can often be found at one of many great restaurants or coffee houses in downtown Phoenix. Brian has a passion to lead and teach the Scriptures well and has a heart to lead a church that intersects with the culture around it, bringing to it the message of hope that only Jesus offers. A few of Brian’s favorite things: his wife (of course), his kiddos (duh), urban life, sports (all kinds) and espresso!

For those of you who are also interested in his work and educational background, Brian graduating from law school in 1999 then worked for Stinson Morrison Hecker, LLP in Kansas City, MO as an e-Commerce Attorney. Later he worked as in-house Corporate Counsel for Sprint Corporation before leaving the full-time practice of law for the role of Family Pastor at his local church in Kansas City. Since making a career transition in 2004, Brian has earned a Doctorate in Ministry (D.Min.) from Bethel Seminary. Brian also holds bachelor and master’s degrees in Communication and teaches as an adjunct Professor at Phoenix College.

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Brian is a super humble yet highly talented artist who has been leading worship in Phoenix for 5 years, and loves to see people experience God’s grace through music and art. Brian and his wife Kim have been married for 7 years and have 2 children.