From brokenness to building community—together.

Patrick's transformation and the vision of a board committed to serving the least of these.

The Founder's Story

How it all began

Patrick, our founder, sharing his story and the birth of our ministry.

From Brokenness to Purpose

Patrick's journey began in trauma and institutional life. At six years old, he entered the juvenile justice system. For years, he lived on the streets, in gangs, and cycling through cycles of addiction and crime. But in prison—in his lowest moment, hitting the floor of a prison bunk—he encountered Jesus. God's presence became unmistakable, and his life began a slow, profound transformation.

Two Deserts, One Calling

After prison, Patrick threw himself into ministry. But pride crept in. So God sent him to the desert—first Wyoming, then back again—to strip away the noise, teach him gentleness, and realign his heart. In those quiet places, he learned that his life's work isn't about building monuments. It's about being present to one broken person at a time.

The RV Ministry

In 2024, Patrick began traveling America in an RV—visiting churches, taking congregations into the streets, and introducing them to homeless neighbors. He doesn't preach at people; he invites them to walk alongside the broken, to build real relationships, to show Christ not through words alone but through presence and dignity.

His conviction: "I'm willing to invest $495 to get dividends on a $5 investment." He'll pursue one lost person, believing that one life changed is worth everything.

"But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil."

— Proverbs 1:33 (KJV)

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Our Vision

The Board's Collective Calling

The purpose, vision, and mission that guide every decision the board makes together.

Purpose Statement

To serve Christ by serving "the least of these."

Vision Statement

To equip Anabaptist churches to build life changing relationships with the indigent and marginalized in our communities.

Mission Statement

The Tentmakers' Travels fulfills this vision by providing on site practical training to congregations to provide Radical Hospitality, Foster Relational Discipleship, Empower the Local Church, and Maintain Biblical Stewardship.

Board Members

The Hands Behind the Work

Tentmaker Travels is carried by a board of men who give their time, wisdom, and labor freely.

Joni Moser

Chairman

Leo Eby

Assistant Chairman / Fundraising Coordinator

Chester Weaver

Secretary

Lance Martin

Board Member / Social Media Manager

Patrick Matthews

Project Manager

Lyndon Risser

The Clarity Factor (Coach)