Meet Pastor Zach

Pastor Zach has served in ministry in various capacities for most of his life. He served as Worship Pastor in Colorado, then as an Associate Pastor in Idaho, and now as the Lead Pastor at Real Life Church here in Bigfork, Montana. His heart for the church is rooted in Ephesians 3: that we would grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ. He leads with a desire to help people know God through His Word and walk in an active, passionate relationship with Him.

Zach is a storyteller — known for teaching the Bible verse by verse with clarity, depth, and the occasional well-timed joke. He brings Scripture to life in a way that helps people truly enter the story and experience God’s heart through it.

He has a heart for prayer, loves to see people grow in their gifts, and is passionate about building a church that feels like family, where everyone is welcome and has a place to belong, no matter what their story.

Originally from just outside New York’s Adirondack Park, Zach grew up with a deep love for both God and His creation. He now calls the Flathead Valley home and enjoys exploring its beauty with his family — often pointing out how creation reflects the glory of our Creator.

Zach has been happily married since 2009 to his wife, Sara. Together, they’re raising three energetic and wonderful boys: Malachi, Jude, and Everett.