Our Team

North Valley is a Staff led, and Elder Team protected church composed of qualified Elders that are non-staff, except the Lead Pastor. The purpose of the board, on behalf of the congregation, is to see to it that the church (1) is protected, and the Lead Pastor is protected to ensure the church can achieve her mission to fulfill the Great Commandment and Great Commission; (2) Observes biblical standards. The specific job of the Elder Team is to ensure the implementation of its primary and occasional responsibilities, which include but are not limited to the following:

• The Elder Team prays for the congregation, the pastoral staff, and themselves.
• The Elder Team oversees the church's spiritual condition.
• The Elder Team oversees and authorizes written church policies.

 Ryan Rice

 Lead Pastor

Founder / Elder Team

Craig Nelson

  Assistant Pastor 

Joshua Merrick

Worship Leader

Leslie Rice

Executive Assistant

Brian Carr

Executive Coordinator

Ellis, D.R.

Guest Services Coordinator

 Crystal McGriff

NV Kids Early Childhood Coordinator

Theresa Wnenta

NV Kids Elementary Coordinator

Melinda Womack 

NV Students Coordinator

  Jonathan Nilsen    

Music Director