Paden is a native of Oklahoma graduating from Oklahoma Baptist University, where he met his beautiful wife, Brooke. Paden began his adventure at Cross Fellowship in 2018. He and his amazing wife have an adorable, energetic toddler named Ander Judah, and continue to extend their love to the foster kiddos that come through their home. Paden is passionate about wrestling with his toddler, coffee dates with his wife, admiring art and design, playing board games with anyone, and riding doorless in his Jeep with his dog. Paden received his Master’s of Theological Studies from Gateway Seminary. Paden is truly passionate about seeing students truly grasp the calling to “GO,” no matter where they are at.