pastors & Staff

Matt was a surprise baby, the youngest of 3 sons, born and raised in Reno, NV. He has lived in Yuba/Sutter for nearly 20 years altogether with Tara, his wife of  '99.  Matt has two wonderful daughters (one at Biola University and the other YC High).  Matt holds an undergrad from SBU in Bolivar, MO (1999) and Master of Divinity in Biblical and Theological Studies from Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY (2006). He has been in ministry for 27 years serving as a worship and youth pastor at churches in both an urban and suburban context. He has been River Valley's Lead Pastor since March of 2013.

Matt's favorite verse is Galatians 2:20. The testimony of Matt's life is God's presence, love, forgiveness, strength and grace pouring into and creating victory over the most difficult parts of life.

Fun facts: Matt is a big New Orleans Saints fan and came to Yuba College in 1995 to play football for Yuba College.

Dan leads our Gospel Community groups (small groups), senior ministry, and crisis care ministry. He was born in San Bernardino, CA. but considers Paradise, CA. his hometown. He has been married to Kathy for 51 years. They have two grown children and six grandchildren. He has been in ministry for over 30 years including 20 years as the senior pastor of the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church in Veneta, Oregon. He also worked as a land surveyor for 25 years. Dan attended Simpson Bible College in San Francisco, CA. and received additional pastoral training through the C&MA Ministerial Study Program. Dan is one of the most loving men on earth and His joy in God can be seen from far away.