"Chris is the epitome of ‘Being YG,’” says Allan Martin, YG Church teaching pastor. “If he will miss a worship service or event he makes sure to inform me well in advance. . . And should Chris win a Special Olympics medal or some other honor, he will give me the update.”
I asked Allan about a routine I see between them each week. He laughs and tells me, “During the worship set, Chris makes it a point to come over to put his arm over my shoulder and encourage me to sing along with him. . . Both of us are off key, but that really doesn’t matter.”
“There are times the details of the program will distract me, or I’m mulling over a part of my sermon,” reflects Martin. “I can always count on Chris to come over and give me a high-five, a hug, or the look to remind me to join in worship. He inspires me to be present, engaging Jesus in worship.”