Jud is life-long resident of Oconee County, SC.  After graduating from Clemson University with a BS in Textile Chemistry and Polymer Science in 1983, Jud successfully blended a career in business development and management with ministry and non-profit leadership. In 2013 Jud earned a MA in Christian Leadership from Liberty University and soon after co-founded LifePoint Church of Oconee and currently serves as the Missions Pastor.  Jud looks forward to supporting the mission and vision of the ERHF and seeing hope and life given to heart families around the world.