Pastor Ryan is originally from Wichita Falls, TX. He met Lauryn while they were studying music at TCU in Fort Worth. After university, he finished a Master of Divinity at Southwestern Seminary, a Master of Theology at Midwestern Seminary, and is currently finishing a Doctorate at Midwestern. He also did some of his doctoral work at Dallas Theological Seminary.
He has served as a student pastor, associate pastor, and lead pastor in churches in Texas and Missouri. He was voted in as Senior Pastor Elect on October 20, 2024. He and Pastor David will work together for a smooth transition until Ryan becomes Senior Pastor on October 26th, 2025.
Ryan loves listening to big band jazz, playing the trumpet, and spending lots of time with his family. He and Lauryn have four children, and another on the way.
Ryan is committed to expository preaching, meaningful membership, and reaching those of all ages with the gospel of Jesus Christ. His life verse is Acts 20:24.