Meet Mikey

Meet Mikey

Mikey grew up just outside Baltimore, Maryland, where his passion for working with kids took root early. He quickly discovered a unique gift for connecting with children—communicating with creativity, humor, and heart. That calling led him across the world to Sydney, Australia, where he studied at Hillsong College to prepare for a life of servant leadership in children’s ministry.

While in Sydney, Mikey had the privilege of working alongside Dave and Beci Wakerley—two of the most influential voices in global kids ministry. After nearly five years of learning, growing, and leading in Australia, Mikey felt called to help pioneer the launch of Hillsong NYC, the church’s first U.S. campus.

In 2011, Mikey moved to New York City and began pastoring Hillsong Kids and the families of Hillsong NYC, a role he faithfully held for a decade. Then in 2021, a long-time dream began to stir to life—It’s Me Mikey was launched, a platform created to encourage kids, empower parents, and equip ministry leaders through fun, faith-filled content.

With a gift for making spiritual truth simple, joyful, and relatable, Mikey continues to pour into kids, families, and church leaders with energy and creativity.

Today, Mikey serves as the Teaching and Content Pastor for KidCity Franklin, leading the charge in crafting engaging content and memorable moments for kids each week. He’s also loving life at home with his wife Carrie and their joyful one-year-old baby.

Much Love!

Mikey & The Team