Jonny grew up near the Outer Banks of North Carolina and worked as a commercial fisherman during his teenage years, then after high school as a combat Infantryman in Iraq and Germany, and later as a professional singer and musician.

 

He answered a call to ministry and has served as a worship leader and pastor since 2018. Jonny joined the Riverside team as Worship Pastor in April of 2025. It’s probably not a coincidence that he has a passion for equipping and reaching the next generation because he also worked as an AP social studies teacher before entering full-time vocational ministry.

 

He and his wife Chelcie grew up in the same small town in North Carolina and have been married since 2015. They have two wonderful children, Kelcie and Christian, and look forward to welcoming a third in the fall of 2025! Jonny’s mission and focus is to walk closely with Jesus, be a good husband and father, and bring people closer to Him through music and relationship. Jonny and his family enjoy boating, the beach, camping, and traveling. Jonny feels especially close to God when he’s in nature and loves to get outdoors whenever possible whether it’s for a hike, a ride on a longboard, or a ride with the tops and doors off of his Jeep. You’ll find a wide range of music on his playlists, but reggae and world music are among his favorites.