John Brown University

Jared is a passionate leader and communicator who has been serving the local church for the last decade. He is the pastor of Eden Church in Houston, TX. His drive and commitment to serving people is superseded only by his love for his wife Haley, their two kids, and the people he is fortunate enough to serve alongside.

FIRM FOUNDATION was founded in 2015 with a group of middle school guys learning what it means to serve the Lord from the stage under the leadership of David and Allison Granger. They are based in Shreveport, Louisiana and got their start growing up and leading worship in their youth group at Norris Ferry Community Church.

Over the years God has guided them down different paths, and the band is now composed of 6 core members: Ethan Granger, Brayden Hermes, Jonathan Granger, Pierce Jenkins, David Granger, and Ella Granger. FIRM FOUNDATION, a Christian worship/rock band, released their first ever EP titled “Not Alone” in September of 2021 and have gone on to release their new single “More Than The Stars” in the summer of 2024. They continue to write music and are excited for what the future holds. As their musical abilities have grown, so have their desires to see the Lord glorified in and through their music. Their goal as a band is to provide music rich in theology and edifying to the body of Christ, bringing glory to His name.