Pastor Jay has been lead pastor since 2017 and couldn’t be more honored to be a part of Life at Tupelo. He earned degrees in Construction Engineering Technology and an MBA from the University of Southern Mississippi. This launched a career as an executive for a large construction firm . In the midst of a thriving career, he felt God calling him to walk away and trust Him as he gave up his career and moved into ministry. He is passionate about teaching the Bible, developing leaders, and equipping other followers of Jesus to reach those who are close to them but far from God.