Les describes himself as a “hollar boy” from Gauley Bridge, West Virginia. He loves the seclusion of the mountains, and thinks that most of life’s lessons can be learned from the seat of a canoe. He believes Jonah really was swallowed by a big fish, and that Noah really did build a big, big boat. He loves that inspired individuals can change the course of history, and thinks that most of the world’s problems will be solved by our youth group after they graduate high school. Les takes heart over intellect, likes sinners who appreciate grace, and wishes people who have all the answers “all the best,” as they ride off into the sunset without him. His life’s goal is to help people find happiness in the hand they've been dealt, and admires the courage of those who choose carefully what they discard. He's selfishly glad he's going to heaven, because he knows he had nothing to do with it, and thanks Jesus daily for this gift.

Les also gives daily thanks for his wife, Pam, who has shared his life and supported his ministry for over 19 years. Pam is a Physician’s Assistant. They are blessed with two children, Mandy, who attends Wake Forest-Rolesville High School, and Matthew, who attends Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle School.

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Les graduated from Alderson-Broaddus College with a B.A. in theology and mathematics. He is also a graduate of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (1991) with a Masters of Divinity degree. Before joining WFBC in 2004, Les was a pastor for 8 years, and served on staff with an international sports ministry. He started 14 chapel programs for pro sports teams in the US and Europe. Les currently manages the Chapel program for interested players from the NHL Carolina Hurricanes, and provides small group Bible study for them.