| Rod Ashley |
| Lead Pastor |
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My wife Lori is my college sweetheart (WSU) and we've been married since 1979. We have two wonderful and beautiful daughters, Mary and Annie, and we enjoy being together whenever possible!
How we came to Snohomish Faith
We came to SFA in 1997 after having served as associate and executive pastors at four different ministries in Eastern Washington .
Education
I have degrees and/or certificates from Washington State University , Berean School of the Bible ( Global University ), and Phoenix University of Theology. I've done graduate work at Northwest Graduate School and Trinity Theological Seminary. I'm a certified secondary school teacher. I've been Ordained with the Assemblies of God since 1986. I am currently an adjunct professor at Northwest University .
Life Verses
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Hebrews 10:6
God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.
Acts 20:28
Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God , which he bought with his own blood.
Hope for Faith
I believe God wants His people to grow in faith, to grow in community with others, and to grow in sharing their faith with others who don't know God yet. Healthy people and churches grow and I believe SFA will continue to grow together numerically and spiritually in God.
What is God teaching you right now?
That spiritual maturity doesn't happen quickly. Many times God's process of development is not dependent on my timetable or agenda.
Favorite Movies
The Maltese Falcon; The Quiet Man
Favorite Quote
He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose. Missionary Jim Elliot, who was martyred by the Auca Indians, the very people he was trying to reach. He and his friends' deaths opened the door for this tribe of people to know Christ.
Fun Facts
I train mountain lions in my spare time (not really!). I like convertibles. I love the beach. I enjoy working with carpenters and building. I like learning something new. I like playing golf to be with people.