Benjamin and his wife Maggie were both raised in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, and met there while in college. They had long been heavily involved at church, but over the years, had found they wanted a more inclusive faith home. What they found in Christ Church Cranbrook was the perfect mix of faith, service, worship, and fellowship, and were happy to raise their daughters in such a positive place for their family. Benjamin has a BSE in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Oakland University. He works as an Engineering Program Manager with GKN Automotive. He and his family currently reside in Troy, with their three daughters.