Pastor Ryan Macdonald, Lead Pastor of The City Church & St. Anthony’s, is featured in an exclusive in-depth online interview titled "Rooted in Faith: A Deep Conversation with Pastor Ryan Macdonald." In this inspiring discussion, Pastor Ryan reflects on his personal journey, leadership style, and the lessons learned from over 20 years in ministry.
Raised in the small town of Bergen, NY, Ryan’s introduction to ministry began in the most humble way—setting up chairs for church services on his family’s lawn. “I was a kid, just helping out, but I knew even then that faith was something to live, not just talk about,” he shares.
In the interview, Ryan opens up about what it truly means to be a pastor. “It’s not about having a title or standing behind a pulpit,” he explains. “It’s about serving, listening, and walking alongside people through real-life situations.”
A central theme in the conversation is Ryan’s emphasis on consistency—a word he returns to again and again. “We live in a culture that loves quick results, but real growth happens slowly, over time, with steady habits,” he says. Ryan describes his own daily practices: beginning the day in prayer, staying grounded in scripture, and spending intentional time with his family. “When you show up every day, even when you don’t feel like it, that’s when transformation happens.”
The conversation also explores Ryan’s deep passion for community and mentoring the next generation. “Young people aren’t just the future—they’re the present,” he says. “They’re looking for something real, and we need to give them space to lead, grow, and ask hard questions.”
Throughout the interview, Pastor Ryan speaks with the humility of someone who has experienced both the joys and challenges of leadership. He recalls learning to delegate and let go of trying to do everything himself—“Delegation isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom,” he says.
The full interview provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at a pastor who values quiet strength, faithful presence, and spiritual growth through simple daily actions.
About Pastor Ryan Macdonald
Pastor Ryan Macdonald is the Lead Pastor of The City Church & St. Anthony’s in Batavia, NY. He is known for his consistent, service-driven leadership and his heart for empowering the next generation. Together with his wife Samantha and their two sons, he continues to lead with purpose, humility, and a deep commitment to faith, family, and community.
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City: Batavia
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Country: United States
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