Ryan was born and raised in central Georgia. Baptized in 1997, he is a fourth-generation member of the Church of God. Ryan and wife, Nissa, have three children and two grandchildren. Ryan currently serves as the Pastor for the Birmingham & Huntsville (Alabama), and Tupelo (Mississippi) congregations. Ryan previously served as pastor for the North Canton & Youngstown (Ohio), Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) and Wheeling (West Virginia) congregations, as well as the Council Reporter from May 2022 - May 2025.