Pastor Patrick Vandenburgh is the senior leader at The Father’s House Church in Freeport, Illinois. Pat and his wife, Tricia, planted this church January 1, 2006. 



Pat has twenty-eight years of ministry experience as an evangelist, revivalist, missionary, chaplain, and pastor. Pat is the author of his autobiography, “A Knock On The Door”. Pat has ministered in many countries throughout the world, including China, Pakistan, India, and Brazil. 



He is a frequent speaker at Iron Sharpens Iron men’s conferences. He regularly ministers at schools, churches, conferences, and overseas. Pat has a passion for all believers to truly know God and their identity in Him. He has been happily married for twenty-three years and has five wonderful children.





A knock on the door book



Suicide was moments away until someone knocked on the door. Author Patrick Vandenburgh explains his life story of teenage alcohol and drug addiction gone awry. A Knock On The Door is a gripping story of a normal, middle-class, star athlete turned twice convicted felon. His life is hopelessly lost until an amazing encounter on a dark, country road. The story becomes even more intriguing when the victims offer forgiveness through Christian love. The destiny of friendship was birthed through a tragic event and A Knock On The Door. This story will move you to tears and shouts of joy as you become a participant identifying with the trials and triumphs of life.