Rich Gorecki

Rich Gorecki is a self-professed “regular kind of guy,” writing from his struggles with work-life balance, teetering on depression, and experiences with friendships. Rich's concept of “GodBuddies,” which are deeper, more authentic friendships, comes out of reading about raising boys and the cultural issues for men, participating in Bible studies and men's retreats, and speaking on the topic of friendships. Rich is an elder at his local Presbyterian church and leader of its men’s group. He is a trained Stephen Minister, a former Assistant Scoutmaster, coached his kids' teams, and volunteered with various local organizations. Rich lives in the western suburbs of Chicago and is married to his high school sweetheart, Cyndi, with whom they raised three boys into young adult men.