Matthew is a missionary kid who grew up in Mwanza, Tanzania, with his three younger sisters and their mission teammates. His first time to live in the U.S. was when he moved to Abilene to attend ACU, an experience that was challenging and encouraging in so many different ways. The biggest challenge was learning how to do school here in America, since he grew up going to a British International school, where the style of teaching and classroom dynamics were vastly different. His most encouraging experience was learning the hard lesson of trusting God, as he humbly witnessed God quenching all his fears and doubts to lead him into a deeper relationship.

Although he’s not sure yet where God is calling him, Matthew is exploring a growing passion for coaching and education. As a kinesiology major on the physical therapy track, his undergrad degree aligned with his passion to figure out how the human body works and to keep it running as God created it to. (He’s also a strong believer that rugby is the greatest sport ever known, and he is happy to discuss this with anyone willing to listen!) Missions is also close to Matthew’s heart as well, and he’s convinced they will be a part of his life for a long time.

While Matthew is open to many possibilities for work during his time as a fellow, he is most interested in finding a role that allows him to further explore possibilities for coaching and working with youth, whether that’s in a school or nonprofit setting. Check out Matthew’s résumé if you’d like to get to know him better or explore the possibility of hiring him!

Why is Matthew excited about being an Eden Fellow? Here’s what he had to say:

“I am excited to be in a vibrant community for Jesus, learning how to do life together. To find God in all aspects of life in people from different yet connected backgrounds.”