Minister of Music

Ryan Reister, Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Ponchatoula

Ryan Reister

Ryan began serving as Minister of Music in 2025.  He is a graduate of the University of Mobile with a degree in Music Education.  Ryan formerly served as Director of Worship & Youth at Oak View Baptist Church in Okeechobee, Florida.  After moving to Louisiana in 2023, he taught music in St. Tammany Parish for two years.  Ryan is married to Scarlett, and they have two children: Ryan James and Remington. Ryan loves to play board games, golf, and participate in various outdoor activities like camping, swimming, and hiking.

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