A native of northeastern Iowa, Rev. Kevin grew up in the driftless area near Strawberry Point. He attended Iowa State University, earning a B.S. in Animal Science with an emphasis in Biotechnology, Chemistry, and American Indian Studies. It was at ISU that Kevin met Marcia, the love of his life. They married in 1988 and are parents of five children.

Following his undergraduate studies, Kevin and Marcia returned to the family farm near Strawberry Point, where they ran a diversified livestock and crop operation. Recognizing the challenges of the farm economy, Kevin transitioned to full-time work “in town” while continuing to farm part-time. His career included roles in quality assurance, scheduling, and production management for multinational corporations. Later, he became a real estate appraiser but shifted again after the 2008 housing crisis. Kevin then worked as a location manager for a local farm cooperative, overseeing crop management, livestock nutrition, fuels, and propane.

Amid these professional transitions, Kevin felt a persistent call to ordained ministry, initially in the United Methodist Church and later in the Episcopal Church. Though he resisted at first, he eventually embraced the call, seeking a path to ordination. While working as a bus driver for a rural paratransit agency, Kevin pursued part-time hybrid coursework at Bexley Seabury Seminary in Chicago, where he earned degrees in Anglican Studies and a Master of Divinity.

Education has always been a cornerstone of Kevin’s life. He served for 16 years on the Starmont School Board and contributed to various statewide education boards in Iowa. Currently, he is a director for the Iowa School Employee Benefits Association and a trustee for the Bexley Seabury Seminary Federation in Chicago. Kevin is also currently the chair of the Commission on Ministry for the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa.

Rev. Kevin (or Father, Pastor - titles aren’t what matter most to him) brings a wealth of diverse experiences and a commitment to ministry, community, and education to his work at Trinity Episcopal Church in Muscatine.