Lead Pastor / Elder / Board Member
Pastor Eric has been a Christ follower since 1992, and has served in ministry with his wife, Peggy, since 1993. Starting with a home group and campground ministry in Yosemite National Park Eric and Peggy have served in Colorado, Mariposa, Africa, South America, and Nepal. Eric has a calling to encourage, equip, and, edify the Body of Christ through preaching, teaching, building relationships , and leadership. Eric and Peggy, who is a worship leader, work as a team. The Von Raeder’s have two adult children and three grandchildren. They enjoy spending time in the outdoors and are honored to be a part of New Life.