About Branches

Branches was formed with the purpose of supporting widows and orphans, following Jesus' command to care for the marginalized. Orphans and widows in India are often overlooked or even considered cursed. Through the counter-cultural message of Jesus we bring hope to those who society overlooks and provide clothing, housing, and education.

Meet Pastor A

Pastor A reached out to us because he was looking for food to feed the people in his community during COVID. We learned about his ministry caring for the marginalized and bringing hope through the gospel of Jesus to the people of India.

Pastor A founded and runs the 2 orphanages, widow sewing program, and each year trains a new cohort of pastors to share the message and love of Jesus with the surrounding villages.

Board of Directors

Learn about our incredible board members who champion and steward the cause.

Fred Goodwin
Board Chair

Fred Goodwin is a retired priest/ pastor who serves as chair of the Board for Our Branches. He has been happily married to his high school sweetheart Jill for 48 yrs. Their 3 married sons & families remain close. Fred & Jill are blessed being active in many ministries of serving the Lord & others.

Mike Farris
Mike Farris
Treasurer

Mike is a Contracts Manager at HD Supply, Inc. and competitive angler with Southeast Tournaments. Retired from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and Founder CEO of EACHONECOACHONE. He is the father of two amazing sons and has his B.S. in Business Law and Industrial Psychology.

Shawn Laurence
Shawn Laurence
Secretary

Shawn Laurence is an Executive Manager at a fashion retail company. He is a loving husband and proud father to 3 children; 1 girl and 2 boys. Shawn is passionate about opportunities to serve others, just as Jesus served others.

Anthony McKenzie
Board Member

Anthony is a Technical Design Engineer.  He is married to a loving, God fearing wife.  He serves at His Hands church and is involved in many other ministries.
Romans 12:11 - Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.

Austin Grigg
Austin Grigg
Board Member

Austin is the co-founder of Kalon Creative, a husband and father, and disciple of Jesus. He is passionate about leveraging technology to change the world.