The Reverend Deacon Ryan, Curate

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Deacon Ryan was ordained on Mother’s Day 2023 in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) before discerning a call to the Anglo-Catholic tradition. He serves as Curate at St. Mary’s Anglican Catholic Church in Denver, where his ministry emphasizes reverent liturgical worship, strong pastoral leadership, and theological formation rooted in the historic Catholic faith.

Before ordination, Deacon Ryan served as a U.S. Navy corpsman, attached to the Marines on three separate occasions, and concluded his military service at Pearl Harbor. He later worked as a professional photographer, with published work in national magazines and contracts with celebrity and corporate clients. He continues this work today through Perfect Photos, specializing in professional headshots and portraiture that capture individuals' authentic presence.

He holds a B.A. in Christian Ministry with a minor in Human Services and a Master of Divinity, and is currently pursuing a Th.M. in Old Testament at Denver Seminary. His academic research centers on the heavenly temple (Exodus 25:8–9), the structure and purpose of ancient worship practices, and their relevance for the Church today. His broader interests include the theology of Leviticus, the belief that hell was not made for mankind (Matthew 25:41), and the Church’s role as the servant-messiah to the nations (Acts 13:47). He hopes to one day establish an Anglo-Catholic seminary.

He is married to his wife, Ishianose, and is the father of two boys. Together with his family, he seeks to model a life rooted in the sacraments, prayer, and service to the Church. Outside ministry, he rides BMX—whether at Valmont and Frisco dirt jumps, local skateparks, or jumping big stair sets or over fences throughout the city.

Contact: ryan@saintmarysacc.org

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