About DOUG HANKS
Doug Hanks is a songwriter, worship leader, and retired teacher living in southern California with his wife, Mary. He has walked with God for 65 years. He earned a M.A. in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA. Doug served in professional ministry for 30 years and taught middle school for 20 years. He has a bit of music on streaming platforms and cultivates bonsai trees. Doug would have two cats in the yard, but they’re bobcats, and they tend to operate on their own terms. A Tree Firmly Planted ©2026 Douglas Hanks. All rights reserved.