Zac Meyer
lead pastor
Rachel Johnson
hospitality & communications director
Shawn Panyk
worship director
Zac Meyer
lead pastor
What I do: I help to provide the spiritual and missional oversight for The River Church with an emphasis on looking for and responding to what God is doing in and around Walworth County.
Why I do it: I have been a part of the church since I can remember! I have always enjoyed being a part of the Spirit's movement in the local church. It is blessing to be able to align my gifts and heart for the local church with what I get to do every day!
Bet you didn't know: I never had a nickname growing up, so, I gave myself a nickname... Zac "The Fire" Meyer. Unfortunately, it hasn't stuck.
Rachel Johnson
hospitality & communications director
What I do: I have the privilege to work in the office and take on all of the fun and exciting things that come my way! I also serve on The River's Hospitality Team.
Why I do it: Not to sound corny or anything, but God called me to it. I spent many of my early working years with a software training company. I traveled, experienced some pretty great working environments and met some wonderful people! It was high stress and fast paced and I saw over and over again what happens when you surrender your circumstances to Jesus - he shows up every time! My husband and I became foster parents and after a 3 year journey, adopted twin girls making our family of 3 a family of 5!! At that time, I planned on staying home and I did for a season, and then the door opened for me to work at The River Church, and I walked through it! Loving people well is something I strive to do in my personal life and work environment - and when you work for your church family - the opportunity to love is all the more special.
Bet you didn't know: I am not a gifted dancer... by. any. means. But every time I hear a song that I would love to be able to dance well to, I choreograph the entire thing in my head. Interesting or scary? I'll let you decide!
Shawn Panyk
worship director
