Ryan Fields
Senior Pastor
Pastor Ryan grew up going to church but didn't know Jesus personally as Lord and Savior until high school; since his conversion to Christ God has been at work in his life teaching him what it means, slowly but surely, to live as a child of God rather than a slave to sin. His pastoral training included MDiv, ThM, and PhD studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is ordained with the Evangelical Free Church of America and previously served as Associate Pastor at Creekside Community Church in Gainesville, FL. He is married to Emily and together they seek to serve the church and raise their three daughters (Penelope, Amelie, and Madeline).
A Personal Note from Pastor Fields
I believe firmly that the calling of the pastor-teacher is to care for and oversee the precious flock of God (Heb. 13:17). I also believe that the gospel, the good news that God graciously saves hopeless sinners in Christ by the Spirit for our good, his glory, and the renewal of all creation, is the most precious trust given to the church and that it is both the doorway and the pathway of the Christian life. This means that the pastor is called to serve God’s people by helping them to press deeper into the gospel of God that they might come to know and love in deeper and deeper ways the God of the gospel. This is why I believe one of the things God’s people need most today is faithful shepherds who strive to feed the flock from the riches of God’s Word. It is my joy and passion to teach the church how to understand, believe, and live in light of Scripture for all of life and for every pressing issue of our cultural moment.
A Personal Note from Pastor Fields
I believe firmly that the calling of the pastor-teacher is to care for and oversee the precious flock of God (Heb. 13:17). I also believe that the gospel, the good news that God graciously saves hopeless sinners in Christ by the Spirit for our good, his glory, and the renewal of all creation, is the most precious trust given to the church and that it is both the doorway and the pathway of the Christian life. This means that the pastor is called to serve God’s people by helping them to press deeper into the gospel of God that they might come to know and love in deeper and deeper ways the God of the gospel. This is why I believe one of the things God’s people need most today is faithful shepherds who strive to feed the flock from the riches of God’s Word. It is my joy and passion to teach the church how to understand, believe, and live in light of Scripture for all of life and for every pressing issue of our cultural moment.
Dan Kasey
Associate Pastor
Dan Kasey joined the ministry of Faith Church in 2004. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Bible from Cairn University in 1996 and later completed a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Bethel Seminary in 2012. Prior to joining the ministry here at Faith Church, he served as a Field Rep. with the Salvation Army, as the Stateside Coordinator at Hope for the Children of Haiti, and as a youth pastor in several churches.
Since coming to Faith, Dan has served in a variety of pastoral roles, beginning in youth ministry and then transitioning to Pastor of Youth and Family Life. In 2013, he took over the role of associate pastor, a position he continues to serve in today. Additionally, since 2009, Dan has served as a chaplain in the United States Army Reserve.
Beyond his church and military service, Dan is ordained in the Evangelical Free Church of America. He and Tara previously served on the board of Hope for the Children of Haiti and continue to actively support its work. Tara currently serves on the New England District Board.
Dan and Tara, happily married since 2000, have two wonderful adult children, Jazmyn and Justin.
A Personal Note from Pastor Dan
During my junior year in high school, a new youth pastor came to my church. At first, I had no interest in attending a youth group or, for that matter, church. However my mother wanted me to give the new youth pastor a chance, and we negotiated that I would go for 4 weeks. After a few weeks, something began to change. What started as reluctant attendance turned into a genuine desire to be there, followed by me giving my life to Christ and eventually a calling into youth ministry. That journey ultimately led me to study at Philadelphia College of Bible.
Looking back, I often wonder what caused that shift. How did I go from avoiding church to serving in it? The answer: a deepening understanding of Jesus Christ. Through faithful teaching, I saw that God is not just about rules but offers true freedom. Where I once saw burdens, I discovered righteousness, joy, and life in Christ. God has profoundly changed my life, and I hope to help others know and love Christ.
God has also richly blessed our family. Tara and I have been privileged to travel extensively—both on mission and exploratory trips—with our family. We have visited France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, Brazil, South Africa, Curaçao, Aruba, Hawaii, much of the continental United States, and Canada. We have also served on mission trips in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Paraguay, Mexico, and Kosovo. In these travels, we have had to see the diversity of the body of Christ and the beauty of the different forms of worship.
In my free time, I enjoy running, working out, snowboarding, hiking, and taking my 1997 Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide out for long rides with Tara. When we get the chance, Tara and I love scuba diving as we are both advanced certified scuba divers.
Since coming to Faith, Dan has served in a variety of pastoral roles, beginning in youth ministry and then transitioning to Pastor of Youth and Family Life. In 2013, he took over the role of associate pastor, a position he continues to serve in today. Additionally, since 2009, Dan has served as a chaplain in the United States Army Reserve.
Beyond his church and military service, Dan is ordained in the Evangelical Free Church of America. He and Tara previously served on the board of Hope for the Children of Haiti and continue to actively support its work. Tara currently serves on the New England District Board.
Dan and Tara, happily married since 2000, have two wonderful adult children, Jazmyn and Justin.
A Personal Note from Pastor Dan
During my junior year in high school, a new youth pastor came to my church. At first, I had no interest in attending a youth group or, for that matter, church. However my mother wanted me to give the new youth pastor a chance, and we negotiated that I would go for 4 weeks. After a few weeks, something began to change. What started as reluctant attendance turned into a genuine desire to be there, followed by me giving my life to Christ and eventually a calling into youth ministry. That journey ultimately led me to study at Philadelphia College of Bible.
Looking back, I often wonder what caused that shift. How did I go from avoiding church to serving in it? The answer: a deepening understanding of Jesus Christ. Through faithful teaching, I saw that God is not just about rules but offers true freedom. Where I once saw burdens, I discovered righteousness, joy, and life in Christ. God has profoundly changed my life, and I hope to help others know and love Christ.
God has also richly blessed our family. Tara and I have been privileged to travel extensively—both on mission and exploratory trips—with our family. We have visited France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, Brazil, South Africa, Curaçao, Aruba, Hawaii, much of the continental United States, and Canada. We have also served on mission trips in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Paraguay, Mexico, and Kosovo. In these travels, we have had to see the diversity of the body of Christ and the beauty of the different forms of worship.
In my free time, I enjoy running, working out, snowboarding, hiking, and taking my 1997 Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide out for long rides with Tara. When we get the chance, Tara and I love scuba diving as we are both advanced certified scuba divers.
Christian Waltmire
Youth Pastor
Pastor Christian joined the ministry at Faith in August 2013. In 1998, Christian graduated from Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry, and in 2003, he received his Master of Divinity from Azusa Pacific University’s Graduate School of Theology. Prior to serving here at Faith Evangelical Free Church, he served as a Youth Pastor at Downey Free Methodist Church in California and Brigham City Bible Church in Utah. Cumulatively, Pastor Christian has over 25 years of youth ministry experience. He and his wife Sara were married in 1997 and have four children, Evyn, Anna, April, and Joy.
A Personal Note from Pastor Christian
My journey into youth ministry was sparked by the impact of my own youth pastors, who, alongside my mom, were instrumental in shaping my walk with Christ. I believe parents hold a primary responsibility for their children’s spiritual instruction, and my role is to partner in that mission. Together, our goal is to guide students as they pursue a life devoted to following Jesus.
From my roots in New Mexico to the West Coast of California and the mountains of Utah, my God has shown Himself faithful in my life. It was in California where I began full-time ministry and met my wife, Sara, and began a family. Now, as we call Massachusetts our home, serving at Faith Evangelical Free Church has been a joy. We have enjoyed exploring New England, and as parents, it has been rewarding to see our children build meaningful friendships and be strengthened in their own walks with God.
I encourage youth to join in to have fun, know Christ, worship God, learn His truth in the Bible, be loving Christian friends, use their gifts to serve, and reach others for Him.
My goal is to create a space where students can connect, grow in relationship with God, serve by using their gifts, and share Christ with others. Teens, come join us!
A Personal Note from Pastor Christian
My journey into youth ministry was sparked by the impact of my own youth pastors, who, alongside my mom, were instrumental in shaping my walk with Christ. I believe parents hold a primary responsibility for their children’s spiritual instruction, and my role is to partner in that mission. Together, our goal is to guide students as they pursue a life devoted to following Jesus.
From my roots in New Mexico to the West Coast of California and the mountains of Utah, my God has shown Himself faithful in my life. It was in California where I began full-time ministry and met my wife, Sara, and began a family. Now, as we call Massachusetts our home, serving at Faith Evangelical Free Church has been a joy. We have enjoyed exploring New England, and as parents, it has been rewarding to see our children build meaningful friendships and be strengthened in their own walks with God.
I encourage youth to join in to have fun, know Christ, worship God, learn His truth in the Bible, be loving Christian friends, use their gifts to serve, and reach others for Him.
My goal is to create a space where students can connect, grow in relationship with God, serve by using their gifts, and share Christ with others. Teens, come join us!
Enrique Benejan
Pastoral Resident
Enrique comes to Faith Church from Western Massachusetts (Springfield), with family roots there and in the Caribbean (Puerto Rico). He has served there in prison and homeless ministry, college ministry, and in Resue Mission ministry with the local mission before sensing God’s call to ministry in the local church. His theological education is from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, MDiv, and ThM (in progress). He is married to Tasha, and they have two children: Levi and Cloe (and a Cavapoo puppy named Elsie who thinks she’s a third child).
A Personal Note from Pastor Enrique
I grew up in a very unstable environment, and so when Jesus came into my life it was water in the desert and an end to my wanderings. Therefore, I’m passionate about the saving grace and power of God through his Gospel. And I’m passionate about the way he rescues and reconciles lost people to himself through that Gospel and then makes them part of his family, the church. I also love the ministry of the word, through which God matures those he has saved and adopted into being ever-clearer reflections of his goodness and grace. He does this for his glory and their joy. The calling of a pastor is to be an instrument in God’s hands to facilitate these good works of his; this is what I have committed my life to. And so it is a privilege and joy to serve here at Faith Church where the focus is on the Gospel & grace towards Christian maturity & mission, both around the corner and around the world -God is doing great things!
A Personal Note from Pastor Enrique
I grew up in a very unstable environment, and so when Jesus came into my life it was water in the desert and an end to my wanderings. Therefore, I’m passionate about the saving grace and power of God through his Gospel. And I’m passionate about the way he rescues and reconciles lost people to himself through that Gospel and then makes them part of his family, the church. I also love the ministry of the word, through which God matures those he has saved and adopted into being ever-clearer reflections of his goodness and grace. He does this for his glory and their joy. The calling of a pastor is to be an instrument in God’s hands to facilitate these good works of his; this is what I have committed my life to. And so it is a privilege and joy to serve here at Faith Church where the focus is on the Gospel & grace towards Christian maturity & mission, both around the corner and around the world -God is doing great things!
