Life restoration program in rural northern california

Nick, originally from Southern California, found a second home in the mountains and rivers surrounding Etna. After studying theology at Biola University, he met his wife, McKenna, while living in San Diego. Early in their relationship, they sensed God's call to move north and join the work He was already doing at Rockside Ranch.

Since stepping into ministry here in 2020, it has been one of their greatest joys to witness the lives God has restored. Nick is honored to serve this community and looks ahead with great hope for the restoration still to come.

Jordan was born and raised in California's Central Valley, where he developed a love for animals and helping people early in life. He studied Animal Science at Reedley College and Recreation Therapy at Fresno State. After serving on staff at Mount Hermon, where he met his wife Annabel, Jordan is passionate about sharing Christ's love by helping others find healing and hope in God.

Abby grew up in Scott Valley and always knew she'd come back. Her time at Biola University, Kidder Creek, and Mount Hermon shaped her love for community, and radical hospitality. What she didn't expect was that Rockside would become the place where God wrote a love story she didn't expect. Now married to Cain, she feels grateful to call the ranch home and to serve in the place where they both know God has called them. She loves slow mornings with her coffee, cooking for the people she loves, backpacking in the mountains, and walking around the ranch with her dog, Hazy.

Cain was born and raised in Rapid City, South Dakota. He was in crisis when a friend told him about Rockside Ranch. He completed the student program in 2022. After graduating, he felt led to join YWAM and do their 6 month Discipleship Training School, then sensed God was calling him back to pour into the young men at Rockside.

Stephen loves to work outside with his hands.

Kristopher served 23 years with the US military where he led and supervised hundreds of troops at a time. Upon retirement, he and his family moved to Scott Valley after hearing a calling to ministry. Kris uses his background and training to develop leadership, organization, and effective teamwork at Rockside Ranch, and is actively pursuing a Theological Seminary degree.

Asher is a Scott Valley local. As a teen he spent many hours learning photography and videography. For the past few years he has worked as a freelance creative with the goal of combining his passion for digital arts and a desire to serve God alongside other young Christians in his community. He is excited to now be on the Rockside team to help share the many stories of restoration.

McKenna earned her B.S. in Nursing at Point Loma Nazarene University. She is passionate about approaching health, wellness, and recovery holistically. She and Nick, and their two kids, Elliot and Willa, live at the ranch in Etna. McKenna loves to bake, knit, and go on long woods walks.

Jacob grew up in Memphis, TN. He developed a love of the hospitality industry during four years at a local steakhouse, then moved to Scott Valley in 2015, working at Scott River Lodge. He met his wife Megan and they were married in 2016; they have two kids, Adelaide and Cooper. He enjoys coffee, reading, fountain pens and notebooks.

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