Darris McNeely and his wife, Debbie, live in Batavia, Ohio. They have two children and four grandchildren. They have been married 46 years and have served that same time together in the ministry of the Church of God.

Mr. McNeely works at the home office of the United Church of God as a presenter on Beyond Today and an Associate Media Producer for the Church’s media operations. He is also a faculty member at Ambassador Bible College, teaching Fundamentals of Belief, World News and Prophecy and Acts. He also serves on the Ministerial and Member Services Education Team.

Mr. McNeely served two previous terms on the Council of Elders (2008-2014). Currently, he serves on the Ethics, Media and Strategic Planning and Finance committees.