Pastor Rich moved to Ft. Branch in July of 2021 to accept the calling to lead Vertical Church. He is a graduate of Clarks Summit University (BBA) and Baptist Bible Seminary (M.Div.). He and his wife Stephanie have been married for 24 years and have two sons Isaac and Riley. 

Pastor Rich is passionate about Jesus and reaching people with the greatest message given to mankind; Jesus saves! He believes Jesus changes everything and the power of God’s Word in your life. In fact, you will hear him often say, “Church, read your Bible!”. 

When he is not spearheading a new adventure to build the local church in multiple communities, he enjoys spending time with his family, which he calls his first ministry to the Lord, playing darts, golfing, and watching football.