Name: Jared Galligan Birthday: 10-26-80 Height: 6'1" Hair Color: Light brown with blonde highlights Instrument: Bass, Guitar How long: Bass - 4 years, Guitars - 8 years

Hobbies: Graphic design, cars, movies
Favorite food: It would have to either be Tex-Mex or Italian
Favorite Drinks: Arizona Tea, most anything @ Starbucks.... probably a Mocha
Favorite Cartoon Character: Batman
Favorite Movie: Matrix
Favorite Color: Blue
Education: 3 years of college

Why did you give your life to Jesus: I realized that going to church all my life wasn't enough to save me - it was something that I had to make my own. When you experience a TRUE TOUCH from the Father, giving your life to him is easy.

What are you learning now: God's really been showing me the difference between walking in the light and walking by it. I've seen so many friends walk close to the light but they can't seem to let go of that relationship, habit, or whatever. It's like they are just a step from being in the light but they can't seem to let go of what they have. This is what the Lord's been showing me. Eph 5:8-14

Biggest influence on your life: My parents had the largest influence. I watched as my parents pastored our church. Being the oldest of three sons, I noticed everything. They had their share of very hard times, as well as times blessed by God's favor. Through it all, they always told us that God was faithful. I watched and saw what it takes to be a man of integrity. When circumstances in life went against them, they stood on the promise that God gave them. My eyes saw my parents fall (like all do) but I watched them get up stronger than before and I couldn't be more proud of them! Missions have also influenced my life greatly. Something about laying your life down for others changes your perspective of the world you live in.

What is your favorite thing about what you do: I get on stage and get to worship my Creator! When I'm up there and I see people weeping because they are experiencing God's presence like I have - experiencing a touch from a Holy Father longing to be with His child. I can't imagine doing anything else more fulfilling.

Any advice for people out there: Love God. Don't be afraid of it either. Live God Loud! Let Him change you so you can impact your generation!