Josh and his wife Esther are both originally from Beaumont and moved back in 2014 to plant Sojourn. Josh holds degrees from Lamar University, Southwestern Seminary and Southern Seminary. He enjoys playing basketball, pickleball, guitar, backpacking and hiking, and reading. Josh also currently teaches Systematic Theology, Church History and Logic at Veritas Classical Academy in Beaumont. The Jeans have 4 children: Silas, Henry, Eden, and Abel.

Tanner and his wife Logan both are originally from Southeast Texas; Tanner from Beaumont and Logan from Sour Lake. Tanner began serving as the Director of Outreach at Sojourn in the summer of 2024. Tanner is leading our college ministry, forming a youth ministry, and leading the Sunday morning Connect team. Tanner has his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Lamar University and is currently working on his Master of Arts in Ecclesial Theology at Emmaus Theological Seminary. He enjoys all things soccer, working out, and spending time with family and friends.

Robby grew up in Lumberton, Tx and graduated from Lamar University with a Bachelors in Psychology. He began serving as an intern at Sojourn in the summer of 2024. As Student Ministry Associate he works to assist Tanner in planning and leading our youth ministry, our on-campus ministry at Lamar, and runs our social media accounts. He enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with his wife.

Marci is originally from Central Texas but her husband’s job moved them to Southeast Texas last year. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Education from Texas State University. After 7 years of teaching, she went on to earn her Master’s Degree in School Counseling. She enjoys being outdoors, thrifting, and spending time with her loved ones. Her and her husband, Cameron, have three boys: Hudson, Henry, and Owen. As the Kid’s Director, she has the joy of helping children discover God’s love, grow in their faith, and feel at home in a safe and caring environment, while partnering with parents and volunteers to make church a place kids love.

Kennedy grew up in Lumberton, TX and is currently enrolled at Lamar University where she is earning her degree in Music Education. She began serving as the music intern at Sojourn in the summer of 2025. As a music intern, she plans on growing her skills as a musician while leading the congregation in worship. She enjoys singing, painting, and cuddling with her dog Prince.