Ron Hunt

What brought you to New Life?

I came to Petaluma from Hawaii in 1997 to be the founding pastor of New Life. Over the course of more than 25 years of ministry God had been giving me an increasing desire to reach out to those who weren’t currently connected to Him through an existing church, so I came ready to start a church designed to reach this people group.

Who influenced you the Most in Your Formative Years?

My 5^th Grade teacher, Mr. Trexler, taught me how to love learning, a value that still profoundly influences me. However, my father was by far the greatest influencer as I grew up. Through the way he lived his daily life he taught me much about healthy living, kindness, faith, service, sacrifice and dedication.

Ministry Passion(s):

My greatest ministry passion is seeing people’s lives change as they get connected to God and come under His influence. Nothing excites me more than watching them begin to experience maximum living by aligning themselves with God’s purposes.

What’s the most challenging part of your job?

Two things finish in a dead heat as my greatest challenges. Although very necessary, paperwork is an energy drain for me. I would far rather be doing something more people-oriented. Managing is the other energy drain in my workplace. I love equipping and empowering people, but managing them requires all the self-discipline I can muster.

What Can Always Make You Laugh?

My pre-school grandchildren and the group of guys I meet with each Friday morning at Deaf Dog Coffee. Both have a way of helping me relax and see the comical side of life.

Name 3 adjectives that describe you:

Visionary...logical...gentle

Personal Missions Statement:

My mission is to inspire, instruct and equip as many people as possible to experience maximum life by building healthy and vibrant relationships with God and others.

Favorites:

Historical (Dead) People:

Mother Teresa – Her unselfishness challenges me.

Winston Churchill – His courage and leadership inspire me.

Website Links:

www.tgw.com – Where I go to improve my golf game

www.google.com – Where I go to find out what I want to know

www.woodcraft.com – Where I go for tools

Movies:

“Passion Of The Christ” – Tough to watch...but good for me

“My Big Fat Greek Wedding” – Loved the humor and one of my daughters married a Greek

“What About Bob” – Classic...but always good for a laugh

Hobbies:

Golf – Great game...lovely setting...good company

Woodworking – Fulfills the creative and perfectionist sides of me

Vacation Destination (even if you haven’t been there) and why:

Hawaii – Beautiful place...I used to live there...two of my grandchildren live there

Day of the Week:

Friday – Day off...date with Monica

Drink & How Do You Like It:

Hot chocolate – Deaf Dog brand...made with half-and-half