LEINBACHS IN BERKS The Leinbachs settled in Berks County in 1723 in the Oley Valley. To the right is a print of what is considered to be the Leinbach homestead. It is still standing in Oley. THE LEINBACH FAMILY Christian and his wife Jennifer live near Hamburg in Berks County, PA where along with family and friends, they built their own log home three years ago. On the picture to the right - from left to right - William, Christian, Laura, Jennifer, and Matthew.

In October of 2002, Christian and Jennifer began building their dream log home in Tilden Township. After over fourteen months of work and challenges, they moved into their home just in time for Christmas in 2003. To the left is a picture of the Leinbachs and friends setting the log walls.

MATTHEW GRANT - 26 Years Old
Matthew joined the Air Force in May of 2004 and since then has served in Iraq, Egypt and Jordan, risen to the rank of Staff Sergeant and is based at McGuire AFB in New Jersey. Matthew is an expert marksman, loves the outdoors, and when he is home enjoys shopping for "stuff" at Cabelas. Matthew also plays the guitar.

LAURA LEE - 22 Years Old
Laura is a senior at Kutztown University majoring in Fine Arts. She also is a member of the KU Outdoor Club and enjoys hiking, camping, rock climbing, caving and riding motorcycle. Laura also plays the piano.

WILLIAM CHRISTIAN - 18 Years Old
William graduated from The King's Academy (TKA)in June 2009.  TKA is a parent-run Christian School in Northern Berks. He is an active volunteer with his church, Schuylkill Valley Bible Chapel. William enjoys the outdoors, flag football, history and plays the guitar. He works at Target and is planning to attend school to study business.

JENNIFER T. LEINBACH
Jennifer is the Keystone Opportunity Zone (KIZ) Coordinator for the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry. She is a writer and an avid reader. She enjoys cooking and is an active member of Schuylkill Valley Bible Chapel.

CHRISTIAN Y. LEINBACH
Christian and his wife Jennifer live near Hamburg in Berks County, PA. Christian loves old films, history and the outdoors he also enjoys singing  classic country, bluegrass and gospel songs. On September 5, 2006, Christian and Jennifer celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

Christian Leinbach graduated from Bob Jones University with a BA in history and a minor in public speaking in 1981. Mr. Leinbach has been active in community and political affairs for much of his life; including serving on the staff of U.S. Senator Rick Santorum in 1994 and 1995, and a number of local government committees here in Berks County.

Christian worked for Westlawn Graphic from 1997 until December of 2007, where he led the Advertising Agency for most of that time. He is the Founding Publisher of Berks County Living magazine.

Christian Leinbach has been involved in many different community and business organizations and efforts over the years. The following is a partial list of involvement:
Member of Berks County Farm Bureau

• Member of the Virginville Grange
• Member of the Berks County Farm Bureau
• Director Berks County Conservation District
• Member Berks County 4-H Board
• Chairman Berks County Election Board
• Chairman Berks County Pension Board
• Member Berks County Prison Board
• Maidencreek Township Planning Commission - 7 years, chaired for 1 year
• Former Member Joint Comprehensive Planning Committee for Centre Township and Centerport Boro
• Chaired of the Tilden Township Traffic Impact Fee Advisory Committee
• Founding Publisher of Berks County Living magazine
• Founding Board Member of The King's Academy
• Member of the Executive Advisory Committee for The King's Academy
• Church Board Member, Schuylkill Valley Bible Chapel
• Former chair of the Greater Reading Chamber Marketing Advisory Committee
• 8-year member of the Greater Reading Chamber Gov. Affairs and Municipal Affairs Committees
• 9-year member of the Tri-County Chamber Gov. Affairs Committee