John Garrison is an experienced leader in children's ministry with over a decade of dedicated service in various church settings. Currently serving as Central Ministry Leader at Menlo Church since July 2014, John has excelled in directing the Children's Ministry and overseeing programs in San Mateo. Previously, John held roles at The Crossing, including Pastoral Resident, where responsibilities involved pastoral conversations, church planting projections, and data analysis, as well as Children's Campus Director/Coordinator, leading the launch of a new campus with an attendance of 1,700+. Earlier experience includes serving as Children's Minister at The Summit STL Church, managing all aspects of children's programming and operations. John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry Studies from Lindenwood University.