Danny Brister Jr. is passionate about proclaiming the gospel, making disciples, and building Christ-centered leaders. A graduate of Liberty University, he has spent over 15 years ministering at the intersection of faith, leadership, and community transformation throughout Birmingham. His calling is deeply rooted in 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, living out the ministry of reconciliation through preaching, disciple-making, and city engagement.
Danny has been joyfully married to Cristal Brister for over a decade and is the proud father of Kaylynn Brister. He founded Forged: Birmingham Leadership Foundation, an organization committed to discipling, developing, and deploying leaders for city-wide transformation. He is also devoted to helping Harvest thrive as a gospel-rooted community that transforms lives for Christ.