For every tenth episode (10, 20, 30, & 40) we'll dive in deep with a member of our own Core4. This time, Ryan talks about his life and how the 4 pillars of masculinity developed for him. Here's what he talks about:

He grew up in the church
Has lived in Northeast Ohio most of his life (Aurora) but lived in Kansas for 2 years and then ended up moving back to Aurora
Went to Kent State University where he earned a degree in Computer Information Systems
He's held various jobs including marketing and advertising but has spent the majority of his career in IT
Has worked for companies like Mustang Dynamometer, Aleris, Real Alloy, Omnova, and Synthomer
Got his drive from early jobs, sports, learning discipline
Talks about the influence of CLC (Christian Leadership Concepts) and mentorship from his boss, Mark Macioce
Getting involved with CCC Stow, now Redemption Chapel, took him to another level in his walk with Christ
He and his wife, Miranda became a Youth Ministry Coordinators for a short period of time
Went on a mission trip to Roblealto in Costa Rica in 2016 and then led another in 2018
Big events in his life: His cousin died of cancer, first wife walked out of marriage, he and Miranda went through 3 years of infertility
All of those big life events led to an understanding of suffering and apologetics, which opened the door for conversations and empathy with others

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