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Pastor Jim
Ryckman
Hometown:
Lansing - born in
Detroit, MI - eventually moved here in 1974.
Family:
Married to Jo Ann (Joey) - 9 children (including
spouses), 10 grandchildren
Education:
B.S. degree from
Alma College
Job description:
Associate Pastor/ Elder - help to govern & oversee
church.
Unique Experiences:
Before
meeting the Lord I was a teacher, a research scientist (while in the Army in
Natick, MA), a musician - formed a band that played in bars and clubs on the
weekends (in both Canada & the US), & worked as a salesman for many different
companies. Ordained in 1991 at NCCC as an Elder.
Travels:
Continental United
States, Canada, Mexico and United Kingdom
Favorite ice cream:
Chocolate
chip cookie dough
Aside from pastor, what are some
other jobs you’ve had in the past?
Research Scientist, Salesman, Sales Manager, Teacher, Business owner, and of
course continuing as Dad and Grampa!
Spiritual Story:
The club my
band was to play in had a fire in the lounge and they had to break their
contract. This left time open and a "Jesus freak" friend of mine invited me to a
"fellowship" meeting. I saw what being a committed Christian was all about in
the love and commitment between the people I met. A few months later the same
friend led me to the Lord.
Favorite TV Show:
I would rather enjoy the back deck watching the
sunset with my wife.
Favorite Bible Passage:
"...
'Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,' says the Lord Almighty."
(Zechariah 4:6)
Favorite Part of Your
Position:
Influencing and helping people to recognize and reach their
God-given destiny. Helping people grow in God.
Biggest Pet Peeve:
People not willing to invest in themselves and family.
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