Joel grew up in Momence, Illinois and has also lived in several other American cities and he lived for a while in both France and Italy. He studied architecture in Chicago and urban planning in Sea...ver maisJoel grew up in Momence, Illinois and has also lived in several other American cities and he lived for a while in both France and Italy. He studied architecture in Chicago and urban planning in Seattle. He serves in the US Navy Civil Engineer Corps and is a registered architect. He has deployed to Japan, Guam, Philippines, Iraq and Afghanistan.
He has traveled to dozens of countries and hundreds of cities. He loves the uniqueness of every city and sees the clear analogy of humans and cities. He is convinced that there is no better security for our cities than to trust, obey and love the Lord our God.
Joel is married to Sarah and he is very passionate about his children.ver menos