Father Meadows has a tremendous passion for God's Word coupled with a love for God's people. He has a contagious spirit of generosity that overflows throughout every facet of his ministry. Richard was born in Buffalo, NY and educated in Buffalo public schools. Graduating with honors from Riverside High School, he continued his education in Business attending Hampton (Institute) University and majoring in Mortuary Science at Simmons School in Syracuse NY. "Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us." has been the theme for his ministry. His experiences and calling began in the 21 years he spent in St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church learning the art of loving people from Father Kenneth Curry.