Rich Nathan is senior pastor of Vineyard Church of Columbus, Ohio, a church of more than 6000 weekend attenders. Prior to entering full-time ministry, Rich taught business law at The Ohio State University for seven years. He is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, and received his law degree from The Ohio State University in 1980.
Debby Wright
Debby lived in Chile until she was 14, with earthquakes and military coups most days before breakfast! Debby trained as a dancer and artist, married John and they have been serving together in pastoral ministry for the past 22 years. Together they lead Trent Vineyard in England, which they started 11 years ago. Debby has 16 pairs of black shoes and two sons, Zack & Jordan.
Eric & Julia Pickerill
Julia and Eric Pickerill and their children, Connor, Lucas and Gloria have been a part of VCC for 14 years. Eric pastors Joshua House, the young adult ministry at Vineyard Columbus, and serves on the church's Senior Pastoral Team as well as coordinates Church Planting. He has been on staff for over ten years. Julia travels nationally to speak at conferences and retreats, and works full time in her home as a mom to their kids. They've worked with Missions to Mexico, India, Zambia, S. Africa and now Europe. Eric and Julia are humbled and overjoyed to lead the team to Amsterdam this August, 2008, to start a new church.
Jonathan Rue
Jonathan Rue is the new Pastor of Joshua House, the young adult service of Vineyard Columbus. Jonathan grew up in the Vineyard movement in Southern California and attended Fuller Seminary in Pasadena. I know what you're thinking and no, he doesn't surf. 2 years ago, God rescued Jonathan out of the torments of the beach, the mountains, and perfect weather and has brought him into the promise land of Columbus, Ohio! Jonathan has a passion to see God's kingdom come in power in the lives of young adults in Columbus and the world.
