Geoff Weckel, Deacon of Benevolence
Name: Geoff Weckel
Born: I was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas, but grew up in Texas and New Mexico.
Family: Meredith and I married in Dec 1995. We have two children: Avery (7-yr-old daughter)& Drew (3-yr-old son)
Work: I am currently in my doctoral internship as a Clinical Psychologist. I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Hobbies: I enjoy baseball, football, weight training, learning about different cultures, studying human behavior, and wrestling with my kids.
Favorite:
Books – The books that have influenced my spiritual journey the most are “The Confessions of St. Augustine,” “Religious Affections” by Jonathan Edwards, “The Cost of Discipleship” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer, “Desiring God” by John Piper, “Your God is too Safe” by Mark Buchanan, “The Radical Reformission” by Mark Driscoll, and “Connecting” by Larry Crabb. I also enjoy reading Phillip Yancey, Mark McMinn, Henri Nouwen, and C. S. Lewis.·
Movies – I enjoying watching epic-adventure type movies (e.g. “Lord of the Rings” and “O’Brother, Where Art Thou?”). ·
Music – My ipod has music from Bebo Norman, Monk & Neagle, Caedmon’s Calls, Jack Johnson, The Fray, Tim McGraw, Zach Brown Band, and I must confess to listening to music that has a little more “kick” while at the gym.·
Starbucks Drink – Carmel Macchiato
My Relationship with Christ: My relationship with Christ began early in life. I remember praying the sinner’s prayer and being baptized, but I believe Christ captured my heart long before those events because I cannot remember being a nonbeliever. More recently, my faith has been growing while contemplating God’s love. (I know this might sound elementary, but I am learning the most profound lessons are found in life’s most simplest truths.) His love has compelled me to examine my personal values. In doing such, I have learned the abundant life God promised is experienced when my values are a reflection of His love.
Why do you love Trinity Chapel? I like Trinity Chapel because it is a community of believers who value the introspective examination and application of Scripture that encourages me to love God and others.