Who is your family? Katy (her real name’s Mary) is my wonderful wife who graciously puts up with my mess on a regular basis. She’s the most amazing woman that’s ever walked the earth – her amazingness includes being a wife, mom, and partner in my ministry. We have 2 kids: Albany & Boston. No we’ve never been to the Northeast, and no those weren’t the cities in which they were conceived.

Where did I you to school? I graduated Bentonville High School in 2002 and my wife and I graduated at Ouachita Baptist University in 2006 (The real OBU).

What’s on your TIVO?
24, The Office, GLEE, Mad Men, SpongeBob Squarepants

What’s on your iPod?
U2, Johnny Cash, Derek Webb, David Crowder, Blues Traveler, Shane & Shane, Dave Barnes, DC Talk (don’t hate), Hillsong, Hootie & the Blowfish, Lecrae, Kings of Leon, Owl City, The Justin Cofield Band, Leeland, ‘N Sync, DecembeRadio, Carrie Underwood, New Life/Desperation Band, Need to Breathe, Garth Brooks

What is something you want to do before you die?
Sing “Beautiful Day” with Bono during a concert.

If you had a “Second Life” what would your name be?
Don Soderquist

What is your favorite restaurant?
Steak and Shake (Frisco Melt) – also Hugo’s in Fayetteville (Derek Special) and Glasgow's.

Who is your hero (besides Jesus)? Mike McDaniel.      

What do I do on your day off?
I’m guessing this means pre-babies... Golf, watch movies, yard work, and watch Sportscenter about 6 times over.

What are you passionate about? The Way, the Truth, and the Life, People meeting Jesus, not religion. My wife, daughter, & son. Ministry, Music, Sports.

Jerad Sears, Associate Pastor of Worship & Member Mobilization