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joey.keck@necchurch.org

When did you first start attending Northeast and why did you stay? On July 4, 2010 and I stayed because I wanted to work here.

What or who inspires you? I am inspired by courageous people who do things with integrity.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? I’m not sure I would have time for my perfect day but it would consist of me playing golf, going to Lambeau Field to watch the Packers play and spending time with my family and eating pancakes for breakfast and steak for dinner.

What was your first step in getting involved at Northeast? Getting hired

Your biggest indulgence? Candy

What do you think makes a good leader, someone that you’ll follow? A person who has Integrity/character and compentency in the area they are leading.

What has God been teaching you lately? My relationship with Him is the most important thing in life.

If you could ask God one question, what would it be? What is the most effective way to help students in Louisville come into a growing relationship with Him.

If you could be on a reality TV show, what would it be? Wipeout

What or who makes you laugh? My wife and a lot of other people (it doesn’t take much to make me laugh…in fact I’m laughing right now)

What is your nickname, and how did you earn it? I don’t have one

What are two things always in your fridge? Meat and cheese

In a few short lines, here is my faith story…I grew up in a great home that taught me to follow Jesus at a young age.  I become a Christian when I was nine years old because of my parents influence in my life.  I have been following Jesus ever since.

What is your favorite…

·    Bible verse? Changes from moment to moment.  Currently Luke 5:30-32

·    Time of day? Any time I’m with my family or playing sports

·    Movie? Anything that inspires me (I know cheesy, but true)

·    Childhood TV show? A-team, Cosby show, and Home Improvement

·    Websites? Espn.com, foxnews.com, twitter.com

·    Book (besides the Bible)? Ragamuffin Gospel, Purpose Driven Youth Ministry, Next Generation Leader, Delta Force

·    Word or catchphrase? Um….

·    Sport/Team? I love sports. My favorite teams are Chicago Cubs, Greenbay Packers, Indiana Hoosiers, and Tennessee Volunteers

·    Vacation place? The beach

·    Types of music? Whatever my mood dictates

·    Restaurant? I love food too much to have a favorite eating place

Describe your job at Northeast, and why you love what you do. I’m the High School minister which means I get to love on students and help lead them into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ…that is what I love.

How long have you been working at Northeast? Since July, 2010

Retirement dream? I hope I get to retire—and if I do I hope I get to golf everyday

What was your first job? First job I remember getting paid for was pulling weeds out of the pond

What’s one goal you have for the next year? Get the High School ministry on track with our five purposes

Name 3 things on your ‘bucket’ list. See a game at Lambeau Field, Travel to Ireland, Scotland, England, Get a new Mustang convertible

I am married to a wonderful, beautiful wife (I know everyone says that, but its true…) Lindsay.  We have an awesome daughter named Molly and two cool black labs named Hoosier and Elle.  We are a pretty laid back family who loves to have a good time whatever it may be—playing games, grilling out, visiting new places, or just staying home and watching a movie.

Proudest moment? 1. Getting married to Lindsay   2. Becoming a father to Molly