A Place for Jesus Seekers
The ancient poet and king, David, prayed these words generations ago:
“You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water.”
These words may still resonate with you today. Do you find yourself longing for God’s presence in a dry and parched land?
Parched is a Jesus-centered ministry offering spaces and resources for those seeking the only One who can truly satisfy our thirsty souls.
Meet Our Founders
Anthony Celia
Anthony lives in Norwalk, CT, with his wife and their son.
For nearly two decades, Anthony has served the local church in various roles, always driven by a desire to connect people to the heart of Jesus—whether from the pulpit, in prayer gatherings, or over coffee.
Parched is an extension of that passion. Anthony is excited to collaborate with talented friends across the country to create welcoming spaces and transformative resources that draw people into a deeper encounter with Jesus.
Anthony is the Senior Pastor of St. Paul Church in Westport, CT.
Jake lives in Chandler, Arizona, with his wife and three children. He loves good food, golfing, and reading—but his passion is leading adaptive change so leaders can thrive in their God-given, Jesus-minded, kingdom callings.
Parched allows him to pour hope into tired and hurting leaders, a mission close to his heart. Early in ministry, he felt parched and overwhelmed, but other leaders poured into him, helping his soul flourish again.
Jake is the Senior Pastor of Gethsemane Church in Tempe, Az.