LEADERSHIP

Pastors Ron and Portia have been a part of the pastoral leadership team at Meadows since 2009 and have been serving as senior pastors since 2015. Prior to entering ministry, Pastor Ron spent ten years playing professional baseball, with the majority of his career in the Oakland Athletics organization. His dream of pitching in the Major Leagues first became a reality in 2005. Immediately after retiring from baseball, Pastors Ron and Portia, began ministering to the young adults and youth at Meadows, and completely fell in love with ministry.

They both have a passion for loving people well by being ambassadors of God’s amazing grace and liberating love. Also, through laughter and tacos.

Ron and Portia have three kids: Ethan, Julia, and Ryan. All of which are involved with the youth, worship at Meadows, as well as baseball, musical theater, and CrossFit.

Ron Sr. and Paula were appointed Senior Pastors of Meadows in September 2005. They transitioned out of full-time pastoral ministry in July 2016, and now enjoy their role as Pastors Emeritus, filled with lots of hugs, high fives, hand shakes, and kissing babies. They  continue to minister here at Meadows, bringing a wealth of wisdom, warmth, and fun to the culture.

David joined the Meadows staff in October 2023, but has been serving at Meadows for years. As the Director of Stewardship, he oversees the finances, facilities, and volunteer mobilization. David oversees several teams at Meadows and has a heart for people.  As a lifelong entrepreneur, David has a calling to use the gifts he was blessed with to help build God's Kingdom. Shortly after he started serving on the Hospitality Team he knew this was where he wanted to start his ministry career. If you have met David, you know he has a heart for serving others and gives God all the glory.

David and his wonderful wife, Laura, take joy in witnessing their 5 adult children pursue their dreams. David also enjoys video games, watching UFC and eating Italian food.