Position & Ministry Description: As one of our elders, Ryan shares the responsibility of preaching and teaching the Bible to our church family. His ministry focuses largely on mentoring and overseeing various leaders, supporting them as they fulfill their roles in building up the church. He is also active in our small groups and young adult ministries, providing pastoral care and guidance to those communities. Together with the other elders, he provides the steady leadership and spiritual oversight necessary for the church’s health and growth.
Ryan’s Vision: Ryan is driven by a desire to invest his life in what lasts. Looking toward eternity, he wants to know his time was spent on what matters most: the glory of God and the flourishing of His people. Having been deeply shaped by mentors who invested in him, Ryan’s goal is to do the same for others—guiding them toward a deeper pursuit of God and a life that displays His character to the world.
Family Information: Ryan and his wife, Justine, have been married since 1999. They have three adult children: Nicole, Nathan, and Lauren.
Favorite Quote: “You are constantly becoming what you already are.” — Dr. Rich Brown (Simpson University Professor)
Church History: Ryan joined the Neighborhood Church youth staff in the summer of 1999 and transitioned into a full-time role as Pastor of Student Ministry in June 2001. After a decade of serving students, Ryan moved into Small Groups ministry in 2011 and was installed in his current role as an Elder in 2013.
Ministry Experience & Education: Ryan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministries with a minor in Bible from Simpson University. His preparation included a four-year formal internship under the mentorship of two respected local youth pastors, and he has been serving in vocational ministry since 1996.