Jay Pathak is the National Director of Vineyard USA. He also serves as the Lead Pastor of the Mile High Vineyard, a family of neighborhood churches in Denver, that he and his wife Danielle, planted in 2001.

Jay co-wrote the book, The Art of Neighboring, with Dave Runyon. His passion for sharing his faith with the people around him is at the center of his calling.

Jay is a humble, empowering leader who is passionate about raising up leaders around him. His strengths, in particular, lie in strategically placing people on teams where they thrive. Additionally, he regularly thinks of ministry in context of culture and developing relationships and partnerships in the city, government, and across denominational lines.

Jay has led in various contexts throughout the Vineyard starting as an intern for Rich Nathan at the Columbus Vineyard in his early ministry days, and stretching into various positions of translocal leadership including serving on the Vineyard USA Executive Team for many years. He is a sought-after speaker and coach, while keeping strong ties to the local community.

Jay has a BA in Philosophy from The Ohio State University and is a graduate of the Vineyard Leadership Institute. Jay met his wife, Danielle, in high school and they were married in 1998; they have two beautiful daughters, Jasmine and Sofia.

Whenever possible, you’ll find him on the golf course, hanging out with his friends and family, or enjoying a nice scotch. Maybe all together!

John grew up in Syracuse, New York. Right before his senior year in high school, he had a supernatural encounter with Jesus and was radically saved. He began a Bible study within a couple of months and never stopped. John went to college at Messiah College, where he majored in Biblical Studies, and it was there that he met his wife, Gwen. 

John and Gwen planted and led the Syracuse Vineyard for 32 years. It has grown into a multi-site church that has planted 14 other churches. John has also participated in translocal leadership, serving the Vineyard as an Area Leader, National Church Planting team member, Mission Partnership Leader, and as a Regional Leader. He is now the National Church Planting director. 

Phil planted the North Jersey Vineyard in 1997 and serves as the Lead Pastor. Phil’s responsibilities include preaching and teaching, leadership development, and casting and communicating vision for the church. Phil also serves the wider Vineyard USA movement as the Regional Leader for Vineyard East region.

Phil and his wife Norma have been married since 1991 and have 4 adult children.

Eva Fulton serves on staff at Pathway Vineyard Church in Brunswick, Maine, as the Young Adults Leader. Raised in Maine, Eva grew up at Pathway and developed a deep love for Jesus and the state of Maine. She graduated from Oral Roberts University in 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in Biblical Literature. Eva is passionate about seeing Gen Z encounter Jesus, grow in their relationship with Him, and discover the One who has completely captivated her heart.

Nico serves as the Youth Pastor at the North Jersey Vineyard and has a heart for teaching middle and high school students to grow in their faith and build a genuine, lasting relationship with Jesus. His passion for youth ministry is deeply personal, rooted in his love for his own brother and sister as well as a desire to see young people live out their identity in Christ.

Nico believes youth ministry is about more than just weekly gatherings — it’s about walking with students through real life while partnering with parents and families. His approach centers on biblical teaching, authentic relationships, and creating a safe, welcoming environment where students are known, valued, and challenged to live out their faith.

Outside of ministry, Nico enjoys playing sports, making music, being outdoors, watching movies, and going on spontaneous adventures with his wife. He and his wife also enjoy spending time with their dog, Cannoli.