A minister and speaker for over 25 years, Ben is invested in the mission of the New Evangelization. After producing two albums as an independent Christian musician, Ben joined the Oregon Catholic Press family and released his album, “Make Your Home in Me,” in 2013. It debuted at #12 on the iTunes Christian charts. In June 2016, he released “Ablaze,” again partnering with Catholic music publisher, OCP.

With bachelor and graduate degrees from Franciscan University of Steubenville and Walsh University respectively, Ben is honored to now serve as Vice President of Mission, Ministry and Pastoral Care at University Hospitals St. John Medical Center in Westlake, OH. He and his wife and 7 children live in North Canton, Ohio.