Stan earned a B.A. in Biblical Studies at Trinity College and a Masters of Divinity at Trinity International University, both of which are located in Deerfield, Illinois. He completed a portion of his graduate studies on site in Israel.  Stan has served as a pastor to single adults as well as an associate pastor in three different states over the span of more than ten years.  He lives in Ohio with his wife, Theresa, with whom he has enjoyed 40 years of marriage. His previous publications include: News Among Jews in Chicago, Threading the Chicago Loop, Twelve Golden Monarchs and Loving Jennifer Tiles, each of which belong to his book series entitled: Water From a Rock.