Pastor Dave Adams has been senior pastor at River Hills Church since 1996. Born and raised in the south end of Seattle, Washington, Dave moved to Spokane after high school. In Spokane he went to Bible College, planted a church and ministered for 11 before moving to Gresham, Oregon. In Dave’s relaxed and down to earth style he shares the Good News of Jesus in a way that is understandable and relevant to everyday life.

Dave is a fun, friendly, easy going guy with a great sense of humor. He is a gifted communicator who can take the complex issues of life and make them easy to understand and does it with wisdom and humor. He has a way of challenging people to grow, change and taking steps of faith without manipulation or guilt trips.

Dave and his wife Tammy, this year are celebrating 25 years of marriage. Their three children, Joel, Joanna and Jenna love the Lord and are involved in ministry at River Hills Church.

Passion in life:

I love to teach the bible and share with those who desire to learn more about the Lord. I’m also thrilled with the beauty of God’s creation and the power and design of nature.

Why I love RHC:

The folks at River Hills are great. We have people from all types of backgrounds and experiences. RHC is a place where we teach and practice loving people right where they are at in life and then see God change and grow them to be more like Jesus.

Hobbies:

Hunting and fishing. Golf (when I get a chance). Gardening and raising chickens. Inventing, designing and building all kinds of stuff (always tinkering)

Recommended book (beside Bible):

FICTION: Ted Dekker’s trilogy, “Black, Red, White”; James Byron Huggins, “Rora”; William P. Young, “The Shack”; NON-FICTION: “The Disciple-Making Pastor” by Bill Hull; “Good To Great” by Jim Collins; “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni; “One Thing You Need To Know” by Marcus Buckingham

Favorite movie(s):

Indiana Jones, The Last Crusade; Crossfire Trail; The Nativity Story; The Greatest Game Ever Played

Favorite band or artist:

Third Day; Randy Travis

Best advice ever received:

"Through everything that happens in life God is trying to teach you a lesson… so start to take notes."