Kris grew up in Arkansas (Go Hogs!), moving to Louisville for school in 2009. He seems to have at least one mutual friend with anyone in Louisville who also hails from his great home state, something he refers to as “the Arkansas connection.” Kris spends much of his time with his family – his wife, Emily, and son, Ellis. Kris can also be found serving Immanuel in various capacities, reading, or playing bass with his band in local venues. He has a particular interest in work and vocation as worship, and loves to advocate for Embryo Adoption.

Josh grew up in Tracy, CA and in God’s providence moved to Garden Valley, TX in 2008 to work for Teen Mania Ministries. There he met a girl named Abbey Bennett and began a friendship that turned into marriage in 2012. When not working or reading for school, Josh enjoys hanging out with Abbey, going to the creek with their dog Watson, running, and being in the great outdoors.

Rob grew up in Indiana, where he spent most of his life on a soccer field or a basketball court. After coming to faith in Christ, meeting his wife Sarah (the love of his life) and graduating college, he and Sarah moved to Louisville. His greatest joys include spending time with Sarah, serving at Immanuel and Louisville Rescue Mission, playing basketball with friends, reading good poetry (as all real men do), and hanging out with loved ones.

Deeds Burlager came to Louisville to attend Seminary, where he met his wife Spenser. Together they have two children, Quill and Story. He can be found enjoying all aspects of coffee, spending time with his wife and children, and polishing up his dance moves. Deeds is a family man and aspiring church planter. He co-leads a Gospel Community Group and has giftings in evangelism, discernment, and discipleship.

Josh and his wife, Kelly, come from the lake towns of big & beautiful Wisconsin. Together they have two daughters, Cadence and Leah. In his free time, Josh loves being with his family and usually has photography, coffee, or chess on the brain. Josh gratefully serves alongside Immanuel’s deacons to extend mercy and help to those in need.

Joshua is a Kentucky native and met his wife Lydia at Immanuel. They now have 2 young sons: Abner and Oren. When not at work or with the saints you can find the family tending to their urban “farm”, smoking meat, or baking bread. Joshua is always down for a good boardgames and will happily discuss the finer points of Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, or nearly any other fantasy/sci-fi franchise.

Anthony grew up in Louisville. The Lord has blessed him with a wonderful wife (Dallas) and 3 children: Andrew, Ashton, and Lily. He enjoys spending time with his family and being in the adventurous outdoors. He is a Duke basketball fan and enjoys participating in most sports. He is grateful to be a part of the work the Lord is doing in building up the saints at Immanuel.