Staff
Ryan & Maria Robison
Lead Pastors
Ryan and Maria Robison serve as the Lead Pastors of Royal Gorge Vineyard Church. Their heart is to cultivate a church centered on the presence of God, the authority of Scripture, and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Ryan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Worship Studies from Liberty University and is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry through Global Awakening Theological Seminary. Maria holds a Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Literary and Cultural Studies, and is also pursuing her Master’s degree in Theology through Global Awakening Theological Seminary. Originally from Illinois, Ryan and Maria moved to Colorado in response to God’s call, believing He was leading them to invest their lives in this region and its people. They are passionate about building a church where people can encounter Jesus, grow in their identity, and live empowered by the Holy Spirit. Outside of ministry, they enjoy hiking, exploring the beauty of Colorado, and spending time together as a family.
Greg & Alicia Swearingen
Associate Pastors
Greg and Alicia are the founding pastors of Royal Gorge Vineyard Church, which they planted in 2018. They love a great sermon, awesome worship, and when the presence of the Lord fills the room. They love coming alongside people and ministering to them, seeing the miraculous, and seeing people healed and set free. It is one of the greatest joys of ministry to see the freedom that the Lord can bring in people’s lives and to be part of that.
They love to travel, play pickleball, and go hiking. They love being in the mountains or down by the ocean. They love Cañon City and the great people who make it such a special place.