Dan Horst

Raised in Christian home, Dan gave his heart to Jesus at an early age, baptized by age 9 and felt a call on his life to full time Christian Ministry at the tender age of 12. Flash forward 20 some years—and the Lord fulfilled the cry of his heart. Ever since becoming a pastor in 1991 with a young family, he has had a heart for health and wholeness in himself and those around him. Serving in 3 churches, from a thriving metropolitan church in Oregon, to being a part of a church in a small central California city which grew exponentially. Then later a small community church in the foothills of Yosemite National Park, God has used Dan’s shepherding and counseling gifts to reach others. Shepherding small groups wherever he went, Dan saw firsthand the value of living life in community and accountability and how it changes lives for the better. Having been dubbed a “Pastor’s Pastor” by some, he has sought out other Pastors to be a support and encouragement wherever he went, as well as provided care for those who sought him for wisdom and counsel. Wearing every hat in ministry, Dan has worked with Children, Youth, Men, Small Groups, Pastoral Care and Counseling, Recovery, and even Maintenance/Facilities to name a few. Stepping and embracing their mountain community, Dan’s immense joy and privilege as a Volunteer Chaplain for our community’s Sheriff’s Department. Regardless of the role, Dan’s heart is to see people find Christ’s love, to grow in an intimate relationship with Him, to live lives of heath and wholeness, and to disciple others to do the same. Dan’s 33 years of experience has prepared him for fully coming alongside Ministry Leaders in empathy and care.

Dan and his wife of 36 years, Maureen, have two beautiful adult daughters and one son-in-law who they adore and enjoy any time spent with them. They love to spend time with Jesus, others, entertaining, relaxing, enjoying, and appreciating God’s gifts. Together, Dan and Maureen have a shared calling to care for those in ministry and hope to bring support to those in need of encouragement within Standing Stone.