Deacon Ryan Bliss is a native of Southwest Missouri. He holds a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies/ Christian Counseling and a Bachelor’s Degree in Religion. Ryan brings extensive ministerial experience in various roles in the church and is continuing his formal training through The Liturgical Institute (University of Saint Mary on the Lake). Ryan was ordained to the Sacred Order of the Diaconate in the Society of Christ the King in October 2022. Ryan has over 20 years of social worker experience which he uses in his role as Parish Care Director. In his free time Ryan enjoys exploring local restaurants, museums, and history.