leadership

Dr. Carney Lucas

Senior Pastor

Carney@reataspringschurch.org

Born and raised in California, Carney’s mission is to challenge Reata Springs Church to treasure Jesus above all else and to lead them into proclaiming the gospel to our community. He is married to Beth, and they have five kids. He is a graduate of Arizona State University (B.A.), Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Gateway Seminary (D.Min). His personal ministry is to professional baseball athletes and is unquestionably the best pickleball player within the clergy. 

Christian Vargus

Discipleship Pastor

Christian@reataspringschurch.org

Originally from California, Christian has called the Tri-Cities home for the past 18 years. He and his wife Lisa have three kids. Christian is currently pursuing his Masters in Divinity from Western Seminary. In his free time, he enjoys reading and studying theology.

Jacob Thiel

Worship Leader

Jacob@reataspringschurch.org

Jacob is a native to the Tri-Cities. He is married to Selena and they have a son named Peter and a daughter named Elsie. Jacob graduated with a degree in Worship Arts from Oklahoma Baptist University (B.M.A.) and is currently pursuing his Masters in Divinity from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Torrey Borms

Elder

Tsborms@gmail.com

Born and raised in the Tri-Cities, Torrey has lived in the Pacific Northwest for the majority of his life. He is married to Shana, a Richland School District principal, and they have three sons: Isaac, Obadiah, and Ezekiel. Torrey is a teacher in the Richland School District.

Dr. Gary McNair

Elder

Mcnair_54@hotmail.com

A Northwest native, Gary is a retired Senior Program Manager for Battelle. He is married to Vannin, a retired educator. They have three adult children: Breanna, Elizabeth, and Zachary. As well, they are proud grandparents of five.