Growing up in an Italian family and raised in Roman Catholicism, Ron Marinari quietly dreamed of surrendering his life to the priesthood. However, during his teenage years, he became distracted by various addictions and lost touch with the faith that he had once known.

In 1982, Ron Marinari experienced a life-changing encounter with God's power and truth and his faith in God was reborn. He then pursued his personal call by continued study and formal education. He later graduated from VFCC and entered into the pastorate.

In 1990, Ron Marinari became the founding and senior pastor of the Church of the Hills in Bedminster, New Jersey (USA) - Where he currently pastors today. He also serves on the board for Gateway International of India, Sister Theresa D'Souza.

As a pastor and teacher, traveling both nationally and internationally, his practical insight and wisdom along with his books and CDs have helped countless people around the world to live successfully in every arena of life.

Ron and his wife Patti have been married for 27 years and have five children. They reside in New Jersey.