Our Team
Our staff members aren’t just ministry leaders—they’re brothers and sisters in Christ dedicated to walking alongside you in your faith journey. With open hearts and genuine care, we’re here to welcome you, support you, and help you find your place in our church family.
Bobby Duran
Senior Pastor
Born and raised in Gastonia, Pastor Bobby is grateful to work for the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom in his hometown.
Born in Gastonia, North Carolina, Bobby grew up in his childhood home under the shadow of Crowder’s Mountain. He came to know Christ after attending a VBS at Pisgah ARP Church where he later participated in the Youth Group programs. He attended Hunter Huss High School before graduating from Erskine College in 2013 with a B.A. in Christian Education.
He attended Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte while he and his family lived in Greenville, SC. In Greenville, Bobby served as the Youth Intern at Greenville ARP Church. After a few years, he transferred to Erskine Theological Seminary. As he was taking classes at ETS, Bobby worked as the Director of Admissions for Erskine College.
Bobby returned to vocational ministry by accepting the position of Church Program Coordinator at Pisgah ARP Church in December of 2018. He continued taking classes at ETS until he graduated with his M.Div in May of 2019.
Pisgah ARP Church called Bobby as the Associate Minister of Christian Education in August of 2022. In January of 2025, Bobby was installed as the Senior Pastor of Pisgah ARP Church where he currently serves.
Bobby married his wife, Becca, on December 21, 2013. They have four beautiful children, Adelaide (Addie), William, Lillian (Lily), and Connor Rose.
He enjoys fishing, hunting, table-top gaming, golfing, and dark, strong coffee.