Barnabas was born and raised in South Korea. He is an ordained pastor and began his mission journey with his wife, Hannah, in 2008. Since 2014, they have been serving full-time at Eastwest College of Intercultural Studies in Gordonton.

In 2016, Barnabas and his family joined Northgate Community Church (NCC), which has since become their Kiwi home church. He currently serves as part of the Eldership team and is also involved in one of NCC’s worship teams.

Barnabas has a deep passion for God’s Word and for worship. He finds great joy in raising their two sons and spending quality time with family. In his spare time, he enjoys running and working out at the small college gym.