Joel Thurston

Joel has been part of Journey Church since its founding in 2004 and treasures the opportunity to serve as an elder. Married to his wife Tracy for 18 years, they are proud parents of Joel II, Elijah, and Hope. Joel is also a Managing Partner at Keist Thurston O’Brien Law Firm in Glendale and Peoria. A lifelong runner and half-marathoner, Joel jokingly claims the title of “fastest licensed Arizona attorney.” His life verse is Luke 4:18–19, and he finds joy in time outdoors, jogging, hiking, or working in his yard, as spaces of communion with God.