Full Name:Nick Ranieri
Birthday:
November 27
Job / School:
Middle School Pastor
Short Testimony:
I grew up in a Christian home and God saved me when I was about five years old. I didn't genuinely start living for Christ until my freshman year of high school. Ever since then God has gotten a hold of me and really changed the direction of my life. He is continuing to shape and mold my life in ways I would have never imagined!
Family / Kids:
My beautiful wife is Jaci. You should meet her. She's pretty cool. My parents' names are Robert and Sharon. I also have one younger brother who is currently a freshman in college, Matt.
Favorite Fast Food Restaurant:
I try to avoid fast food
Day Job:
I am an assistant to the regional manager at a mid-market paper supply company by day and a world class cowtipper/flyfisher by night
Why do you serve in MSM?
I absolutely love middle school students. I have been working with them for almost 4 years and I have been able to see how crucial this stage of life is for every person. At this age, students are like sponges. They are constantly absorbing things from all around, both good and bad. I desire to be there to share and display the love of God to them as they begin to take steps towards independence.
When I was a kid I wanted to...
Be a firetruck, wait......no...that doesn't make sense, um......a professional athlete. As you can see, my childhood dreams have hit a somewhat of a stumbling block. I'm still working on it....
How I came to know Jesus:
During my freshman year of high school God revealed himself to me and showed me how much he loves me and desires to have a relationship with me through the cross.
Most Famous person you've ever met?
Besides myself? Um.... either Derek Fisher or Reggie Miller (If you don't know who they are, that's your fault!) Oh, and Allyson Felix the Olympic track athlete, we go way back!
Why do you go to church?
I go to church to worship Christ and sit under his teaching. Also, the free water and donuts is a bonus too. And the chairs are comfy
Nicknames:
"Big Tuna", "Brown Trout", and my personal favorite "Jobin"
Why work with Middle School Students?
Wait.....I'm working with middle school students?!
What was your first word as a baby?
Shoe
Did you have Imaginary Friends?
I currently have multiple imaginary friends. My best friend's name is Machu Pichu. He's pretty much the coolest guy you have never met. I also have another buddy named Chester but we aren't on speaking terms right now so I prefer not to talk about it.
What is your life verse?
Revelation 4 and 5. These two chapters describe the throne in heaven. I love it so much because it gives us an image of how holy Christ is and what that looks like in heaven!
The coolest place on the planet you've ever been?
My living room. Seriously, have you seen it? No! Cuz if you had, you wouldn't be asking this question. It's legit!
What's you're most embarrassing moment?
Please, Captain Justice don't get embarrassed.
What's currently you're favorite attribute of God?
My favorite attribute of God is the fact that he is King. He is the King and ruler over everything! This title of God displays his power and authority over all of heaven and earth. Remembering that Christ is King helps me stay humble and continually see how crazy it is that He loves me.
