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CHRISTIAN BREAKING NEWS: Honoring Pastor David N. Rutherford (June 13, 1964 – June 28, 2025), Legacy Pastor, CrossCity Christian Church, Fresno, CA | Memorial Service: July 16, 2025 [#DavidRutherford #DavidNRutherford]

Hi everyone,

We celebrate the life and ministry of Pastor David N. Rutherford, beloved husband, father, mentor, and Legacy Pastor of CrossCity Christian Church in Fresno, California.

For over 30 years, Pastor Dave led with humility, conviction, and a heart for the Gospel. His dynamic preaching, deep pastoral care, and love for people touched countless lives across generations. From church planting to international missions, baptisms to Bible teaching, his legacy is woven into the faith of thousands.

2 Timothy 4:2
Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching.

Thank you, Pastor Dave, for finishing the race faithfully.

👤 Who He Was
Lead Pastor at CrossCity Christian Church (formerly Northside) in Fresno, California.

Born in Wichita, Kansas, on June 13, 1964. Graduated from Ozark Christian College with a degree in Biblical Literature in 1986—where he also met his wife, Suanne Siemens

Married for nearly 39 years with two sons, Drew and Zach

🙏 Ministry Journey
Served more than 40 years in ministry across Missouri, Texas, Oklahoma, and California

Moved to Clovis in 1995 to lead Northside Christian Church, which became CrossCity Christian Church in June 2017

Pastor Emeritus in 2023 when his son Zach succeeded him as lead pastor due to health challenges

🎤 Ministry Highlights & Legacy
Known for dynamic, gospel-rich preaching; officiated hundreds of weddings and funerals, baptized
Founded outreach initiatives like CrossCity’s Frappe House coffeehouse and authored “The G.I. Joe of Genesis”

Engaged in international mission trips and mentored many in faith

🕊️ Passing & Memorial
Passed away on June 28, 2025, at age 61, after more than 30 years of ministry in Fresno

Survived by his wife Suanne, sons Drew and Zach, and five grandchildren

Memorial service held July 16, 2025, at CrossCity Christian Church with donations directed to the church’s memorial fund

🌱 Impact & Influence
Pastor Rutherford’s legacy is marked by heartfelt teaching, deep pastoral care, and unwavering community engagement. He leaves a strong heritage of discipleship, leadership development, and gospel-centered outreach that continues to shape thousands.

https://www.facebook.com/CrossCityFresno/posts/1163078179199258
https://www.facebook.com/CrossCityFresno/posts/1161541862686223
Source: CrossCity Fresno Facebook Account, @CrossCityFresno

We invite you to join us on Wednesday, July 16 at 10:00 AM as we honor and remember the life and legacy of Pastor David Rutherford.
Date: Wednesday, July 16
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Worship Center
Live Stream: live.mycrosscity.com
Lunch to follow around noon
*(Graveside service will be family only)*
In lieu of flowers, we invite you to donate to the CrossCity Memorial Fund to carry on the legacy of Pastor David. Your gift will help continue the ministry and mission he devoted his life to.
https://crosscity.ccbchurch.com/…/forms/1954/responses/new

We honor the life and legacy of Pastor David Rutherford, a faithful shepherd, wise teacher, and devoted servant of Christ.
For 30 years, Pastor David faithfully led CrossCity with conviction, humility, and a heart for people. His love for Jesus was evident in every message he preached and every person he cared for.
Though we grieve his passing, we celebrate the eternal hope he so often spoke about. The hope found in Jesus. Pastor David now rests in the presence of the Lord he served so well.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:21)
You are deeply missed and forever remembered.

PASTOR DAVID N RUTHERFORD (1964 – 2025) LEGACY PASTOR CROSSCITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH | MEMORIAL: JULY 16 | Christian News and Views!

PASTOR DAVID N RUTHERFORD (1964 – 2025) LEGACY PASTOR CROSSCITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH | MEMORIAL: JULY 16 | Christian News and Views!