Chris Booth

Children's Minister

502.212.5211
chris.booth@necchurch.org

When did you first start attending Northeast? July 1, 2007

What or who inspires you? People who have a genuine passion to love others unconditionally

What’s your idea of a perfect day? Vacation – no phone, no internet, no TV – just me and my wife

What was your first step in getting involved at Northeast? Participating in a Serve Fest event

Your biggest indulgence? Sports -  ESPN

What do you think makes a good leader, someone that you’ll follow? Someone who is selfless, has high integrity and character

What has God been teaching you lately? To fully trust Him even when I feel situations should be different or happen sooner

If you could ask God one question, what would it be? Why can’t we elect people in our government who have common sense?

If you could be on a reality TV show, what would it be? Minute to Win It

What or who makes you laugh? Spontaneous responses by children to adult questions

What is your nickname, and how did you earn it? I was so skinny in high school they used to call me “Boothpick.”  I don’t really have one now.

What are two things always in your fridge? Coke Zero and bottled water

In a few short lines, here is my faith story… I grew up in a Christian family that always had me involved at church.  I gave my life to the Lord on November 5, 1989.  I stumbled in my walk during the first two years of college, but had some childhood friends help me recapture my passion for serving God.  My degree is in Broadcast Communications and I always had the feeling I would be doing something involving sports.  Although I now serve in the church, I have several athletic endeavors that I am a part of at NECC and in the local community.

What is your favorite…
·    Bible verse? Proverbs 16:3
·    Time of day? Late at night
·    Movie? Field of Dreams
·    Childhood TV show? Cosby Show
·    Websites? www.espn.go.com
·    Book (besides the Bible)? 360 Degree Leader by John Maxwell
·    Sport/Team? Baseball – Atlanta Braves
·    Vacation place? Any secluded, quiet beach
·    Types of music? I really have an appreciation for all genres
·    Restaurant? Pizza by the Guy restaurant in Lyndon

Describe your job at Northeast, and why you love what you do. My primary role is Children’s Minister with oversight of all programs and activities to families with children birth -5th grade.  I love working with kids. There’s nothing like it.  I also do some work with our recreation ministry that offers basketball, softball and golf to adults and kids.

How long have you been working at Northeast? 3 years

Retirement dream? No plans to ever fully retire

What was your first job? Bagger at a local grocery store

What’s one goal you have for the next year? To see >100 NECC kids go to summer camp 20.

Name 3 things on your ‘bucket’ list. Have a couple of children on my own, have 10 former interns working in children’s ministry somewhere, and watch a football game in the new Dallas Cowboys Stadium

Married for about 6 years to Mauri who is finishing up school for Occupational Therapy.  No kiddos yet, but we do have a small dog, Piper.

Proudest moment? Not sure if I nail down one…I’ve been blessed to have several…my baptism, my marriage, anytime I’ve been able to personally baptize someone