Michael Fickess is devoted to calling believers to pursue a deeper and more intimate relationship with God through authentic community, effective prayer, activation of spiritual gifts, and a hunger to explore the �deep things� of God. He earned a Master�s degree in Middle Eastern History after developing a heart for the Middle East during his tour of duty as an Infantry soldier in Baghdad.

He is currently serving as a teacher at Comenius School for Creative Leadership, Morningstar�s K-12 school. He also serves on Morningstar Fellowship�s intercession and art teams. Michael and his wife, Rachelle, live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and have two children, Samuel and Ari.