Prior to joining Air1 in 2024, Pastor BR served in local churches for 45 years. In addition to his role on the pastoral care team, he is the chaplain for the Metro Nashville Police Department, The United States Secret Service and Disaster Relief. With Disaster Relief, he has trained chaplains and first responders for more than 20 years. He says it is his joy to serve and train those who serve others. He holds a D.Ed.Min from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Pastor BR has been married to the love of his life, Charlene, since 1986. They have three children and, so far, three grandchildren. “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13 NLT)