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Rockbridge Seminary student Chris Tripputi defines a true “Rock’r” and how he has applied what he learns immediately to his ministry.
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Name:Matt Parmerlee
Hometown: Rancho Santa Margarita CA
Academic Program: Master of Ministry Leadership
My family: Wife-Holly Aubrey(5) and Austin(3)
My church: Saddleback Church
My ministry: I currently the Associate Director of Operations at Saddleback Church. I also have the privilege of serving and oversee 200 volunteers.
One word that describes me: People-person
In my spare time: I love spending time with my wife and two wonderful children. I also enjoy playing golf when I get a chance.
Favorite Bible verse: Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” (NLT)
Spiritual hero: My Grandfather
Vision: I am committed to serving the Lord and developing the strengths and talents he has given me. Pursuing the Lord’s will for my life, I offer help, kindness, support, and encouragement to my family, church, and community.
Why I applied to Rockbridge Seminary: After graduating from Biola University I felt God leading me on to Seminary. I needed something that woudld fit into my life and I found that Rockbridge would be that fit for me.
What I like most about Rockbridge Seminary: I love the online format and also the different people that I meet and stay in contact with even though I have not met everyone in person.
Name: Gary Hale
Hometown: Ventura, CA
Academic Program: Ministry Leadership
My family: Single
My church: Eastlake Community Church
My ministry: I’m the Youth Pastor at ECC in Bothell, WA. We’re a 4 year old church that has grown to over 3,000. I’m the first ever youth pastor for the church. It’s been like planting a youth church within a church plant. Quite an adventure! I’ve been on staff here for a year and a half and have approximately 100 students in attendance each week. It’s been hard to grow a youth ministry from scratch, but it’s been worth it to see students meet Jesus, be baptized and enjoy church!
One word that describes me: Awesome … haha 
In my spare time: I play ice hockey, teach guitar, watch The Office and Friday Night Lights, play tennis, piano. I also love reading.
Favorite Bible verse: Acts 17:28
Spiritual hero: Jesus
Vision: The vision for my youth ministry is that “no one should be left out.” Most teens feel like they are out of place and don’t know their identity. So, my hope is to create the most welcoming youth group out there where students will feel like they fit in somewhere … and offer them hope in this life through Jesus.
Why I applied to Rockbridge Seminary: I never want to stop learning and heard good things about Rockbridge. I loved the aspect of being able to work full-time in a church while continuing my education. I give you mad props, Rockbridge!
What I like most about Rockbridge Seminary: Flexibility in scheduling my coursework and how applicable the classes are. The projects and assignments we do directly relate to my ministry … it doesn’t get any better than that.
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