Hi, my name is Adam McMahan and I am the Pastoral Resident at RiverTree Jackson. My wife, Dr. Lindsey McMahan, and I have two children; Mackenzie (9) and Grady (6). In February 2020, I left a 15-year career in banking to pursue a deeper purpose for my life, beginning with a Master's Degree in Practical Theology from Ohio Christian University. In October of 2021, after receiving my Master's Degree, God led me into a relationship with Pastor Alex Poindexter of Polaris Christian Church in my hometown of Brunswick, Ohio. Since then, the Lord has orchestrated a new partnership between Polaris and RiverTree allowing me to learn from and contribute to His Kingdom!

In my free time, I enjoy traveling, playing golf, rooting for the Cavs, Guardians, and Browns, or sometimes I’ll even watch good teams... I am a published author, GodKward: Finding Purpose in My Journey from Addiction into Recovery (2018). I enjoy spending time in God's word, writing/journaling, listening to worship music and even learning to play the piano. In May of 2018, I remember vividly God saying to me, "Go be!" I am excited and expectant as I continue to chase after the calling God has placed on my life.

I feel remarkably blessed to be able to learn from the leadership staff at RiverTree and Polaris and do not take lightly the amazing opportunity that I've been given. Whether God leads me to plant a RiverTree campus up north or has other plans in store, I am trusting in Him. If you feel led to give, know that I welcome and appreciate your generosity. If you feel led to pray, know that I cherish your prayers. If you feel led to be an encouragement, know that I cannot wait to meet you! I am honored to serve alongside you.


Humbly,
Adam

A Church Planting Residency within RiverTree gives you a head start in the church planting process and ensures you have a long runway to prepare for the unique challenges and joys of planting a new church.

We want to locate visionary, humble, kingdom-minded leaders who get excited about gathering, building teams, and multiplying themselves and churches. This person should have experience in ministry settings, an entrepreneurial spirit, and drive.

This position is a 12-to-24 month program. The first six-to-twelve months will be focused on investing in the resident, fundraising a portion of one’s salary, and providing experience in our culture while planning a timeline and launch strategy behind the scenes. The second six-to-twelve months will be the execution of the launch strategy including fundraising for the church, deciding the location of the church plant and recruiting. Church Planting Residents are full-time staff members at RiverTree.