Richie Johnson is the pastor and founder of First Church. He started the church in January 2013.
Richie received his Doctor of Ministry degree at Liberty University and Rebecca received her Master of Divinity from Urshan Graduate School of Theology in St. Louis, MO. They both serve as assistance to Goodwill Ambassador To The World Association of Former United Nations Internes and Fellows (WAFUNIF) Arthur Wilson. Richie also serves as the New River Regional Jail Chief of Chaplains. Rebecca teaches Middle School for the Wythe County Public School System.