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Dan Hamel

Teaching Pastor

What is your greatest indulgence?
Steak dinners (Can't turn down a porterhouse with a baked potato with a Dr. Pepper to wash it down).
What is one book that has impacted you?
Jesus and the Victory of God (N.T. Wright).
Most recent purchase?
House.
When did you first come to Southland?
July, 2008.
What is one thing people don't know about you?
I've never eaten a hotdog or a bowl of cereal... in my entire life.
What was your childhood ambition?
I've always known I was called to ministry, never really wanted to do anything else with my life.
What is something God has been teaching you lately you didn't know before?
That the only way to respond with more love towards God is to first receive more love from God.
What is your definition of a retreat?
4 days at a cabin in absolute solitude (I do this 3-4 times a year).
What is your most memorable experience?
Ever... living in Israel for 2 months. At Southland... All night prayer events with young adult ministry.
What is your favorite snack?
Milk Dudes, Lemon Heads, Jumbo, chewy sweet tarts, 100 Grands... I can't choose between them... .they are all so delicious.
What is your biggest challenge?
Sacrificing for people who annoy me.