John Szott is a U.S. Army veteran whose path to pastoral ministry and theological scholarship reflects a deep commitment to faith, service, and learning. After seven years in the military, he pursued a Master of Divinity at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, where he thrived academically and spiritually, earning multiple scholarships and serving at the Henry Center for Theological Understanding. Now pursuing a PhD in systematic theology alongside pastoral ministry, John brings together his disciplined work ethic, theological passion, and dedication to family life as he prepares for a life of thoughtful, ecclesial leadership.