Pastor Buddy & Robin have served as the Senior Pastors of Life Church since 1995. Buddy is a native of the Richmond area and has called Mechanicsville home for nearly all of his life. He loves living in Hanover County and believes his life’s call is to reach the community that God has planted him in -the Metro Richmond, VA area. Buddy serves as an advisor to several churches around the country and has been actively involved in ministry since he was 16 years old. In 1990 he married his college sweetheart, Robin and they have two beautiful daughters, Lauren and her husband Evan, and Lindsey and her husband Exavier. They also love being grandparents to Mason and Ava.
Buddy received a Bachelors degree in Theology in 1990 and is also a licensed Realtor. Buddy enjoys sports, specifically the Dallas Cowboys and the Virginia Cavaliers. His life scripture is Matt 6:33 – “but seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.”
Robin also serves as one of the pastors here at Life Church and has many years of experience as not only a mother but a pastor’s wife. Robin’s love for people and her fine example as a wife and mother have made a great impact on the Life Church family. Robin speaks all over the country at Ladies Conferences, Retreats, and Seminars. Robin has a heart for God and for his people and it is quickly evident to anyone who meets her.