Dale serves as a Pastor, joining the CVC staff in 2000. He has served in several ministry areas over the years and has been part of CVC since 1987, where he currently leads the Men’s Ministry. Dale holds a Master’s Degree in Biblical Counseling from Liberty University. His early career was spent teaching and coaching in the Solon Public Schools for over 25 years before entering ministry-full time. He enjoys hiking, biking for pleasure, par 3 golf, and is a die-hard Cleveland Indians fan. He is a lifelong learner and a devoted follower of Jesus. A native Clevelander, Dale and his wife Jackie were married in 1976 and have 4 adult sons: Josh, Dave, Steve and Mark. They also have 5 grandchildren and too many cats.