Dr. Nate Ruch

Dr. Nate Ruch serves as the Senior Pastor at Emmanuel Christian Center since February 2013, after previously holding various leadership roles at North Central University from May 2003 to March 2013, including Vice President of University Relations and Enrollment, Executive Director of University Relations, and Youth Specialist. Dr. Ruch's early experience at Emmanuel Christian Center as Youth Pastor from 1994 to 2003 lays the foundation for a robust ministry career. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Ministry in Theology/Theological Studies from Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (2010-2018) and a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Bethel University (2003-2006), as well as a Bachelor's degree from North Central University (1991-1995).