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Bio

Richard Griffiths was born in Jamaica, West Indies. His family migrated to the United States, subsequently settling in Queens, NY, spending much of their time in Bronx, NY. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Binghamton University and a Masters of Arts in New Testament Biblical Literature from Alliance Theological Seminary. Deeply passionate about God's call on the lives of people, Richard served as a Youth & Young Adult Pastor as well as, Executive Director of Bronx Bethany Church and Bronx Bethany Community Corporation respectively. He is an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene and the founding pastor of Vine Church, a house church in New Rochelle, NY. 

A pianist and percussionist, Richard is passionate about music and all facets of musical production. An avid sportsman and spectator, he loves track and field and basketball competitions. He is a New York bred, cultural hybrid, and student of pop culture.

Richard is married to his amazing wife, Yanique. The two have a beautiful son and daughter who make everyday an adventure.

Values

As a committed Christian, my life is framed and guided by my faith. As an active husband and father, I understand the great challenges and opportunities in navigating family life. As a holiness preacher, my privilege and duty is to relevantly communicate God's love and the beauty in purposeful living.