Pastor Rick Butler

Vice-Chair, The BLOC Ministries Inc.

Pastor Rick Butler is a devoted husband to his wife, Jae, and proud father of two children. A believer for more than 30 years, Rick has dedicated much of his life to ministry, discipleship, strengthening families, and helping people discover and grow in their God-given purpose.

Rick was ordained as a pastor at Risen Hope in May 2019 and serves as a Family Life and Discipleship Pastor, providing pastoral care, spiritual leadership, and biblical teaching. He previously served as a Youth Pastor and as a bi-vocational Lead Pastor of a multi-ethnic church in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. His heart for ministry includes discipleship, church planting, developing the next generation, and reaching people with the message of Jesus Christ.

Rick earned a Bachelor's degree in Bible and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Cairn University, as well as a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Professionally, he serves as a Career Coach Instructor at EDSI, Inc., where he helps individuals develop the skills, confidence, and direction needed to pursue meaningful opportunities.

As the Vice Chair on the Board of The BLOC Ministries Inc., Rick brings together his experience in pastoral leadership, youth ministry, social work, discipleship, and workforce development to help strengthen the ministry's mission. His heart is to see young people grow in their faith, discover their purpose, develop strong character, and become everything God has called them to be.

Reaching every youth, every city, one B.L.O.C. at a time.