Growing up, Dave attended Christian Science Sunday School, where he learned about God as near and practical, and began to see that he could rely on God to operate in his own life. He learned that Christian Science didn’t involve blind faith or ritual, but instead encouraged individual intelligence informed by divine Mind. He began to notice unmistakable effects in his life—his attitude changed, his experience was enriched, and his confidence grew. He developed an increasing sense of completeness, abundance, and a greater sense of what might be possible.

In 1981, Dave took Christian Science class instruction, and applied the teachings in all aspects of his life — from his family, to earning an MBA, to health and well being. He once found himself unable to move after suddenly collapsing. After praying with a Christian Science practitioner he regained complete freedom and resumed activities like playing tennis, volleyball, and riding a motorcycle.

Dave became a Christian Science practitioner in 2006, and a Christian Science teacher in 2009. He and his wife live in downtown Chicago, where he continues to practice and teach. They also enjoy spending time at their home in Northern Michigan, along with their dog, Lacey.