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| David W. Rogers, Minister |
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| cell: 575-302-3575 |
| work: 575-302-3575 |
| home: 575-302-3575 |
| Email: dave@fcccarlsbad.org |
Rev. David Wilson Rogers “Preacher Dave,” has served as the pastor of our congregation in Carlsbad, New Mexico, for nearly 24 years, offering a ministry grounded in love, justice, service, and inclusion. He is an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and brings to his calling a deep passion for building bridges—between people, between faith and action, and between the church and the world it seeks to serve.
Dave is joyfully married to “the world’s most beautiful woman,” Kimberly Rogge-Rogers—his beloved partner in life, love, and ministry. Together, they share a life devoted to faith, family, and justice. Dave and Kimberly are proud parents of five and grandparents to nine and find continual inspiration in the love and growth of family.
Born and raised in Albuquerque, Dave is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, having served honorably during the Gulf War era. His military service shaped his lifelong commitment to human dignity, public service, and compassionate leadership.
He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Communication from Eastern New Mexico University and a Master of Divinity from Lexington Theological Seminary. As an adjunct professor, Dave has taught courses in history, sociology, communication, public speaking, and both Old and New Testament, equipping students to think critically and engage their communities with courage, faith, and clarity.
Dave’s ministry extends beyond the pulpit. He has served as a volunteer Law Enforcement Chaplain and Hospital Chaplain, and worked professionally as a Hospice Chaplain, as well as assisting individuals in substance abuse rehabilitation, offering presence, prayer, and peace in some of life’s most sacred and vulnerable moments.
For more than two decades, Dave has also been a volunteer board member and advocate in the field of domestic-violence prevention and safe housing, working to ensure dignity, safety, and hope for survivors in southeastern New Mexico.
As an environmental activist, Dave has spoken at both the United Nations, the White House, Santa Fe, and at governmental hearings on matters of global climate change, lifting up the moral and spiritual responsibility of caring for God’s creation. His advocacy is rooted in the biblical mandate of stewardship and a deep love for the interconnectedness of all life.
Dave has been a weekly faith-and-justice columnist for the Carlsbad Current Argus for 23 years, using his voice to reflect on scripture, ethics, and contemporary life through a spiritually grounded lens.
He is also a longstanding and vocal supporter of marriage equality, LGBTQ rights, and gender equality—convictions grounded in careful theology, the radical hospitality of Jesus, and the biblical witness to justice and liberation.
Dave’s ministry is shaped by Micah 6:8—“What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God.” He also draws daily inspiration from Philippians 4:4–9, striving to rejoice always, let gentleness be known to all, embrace God’s peace beyond understanding, and focus heart and mind on all that is true, honorable, just, and worthy of praise.
He believes the church should be a refuge for the weary, a voice for the marginalized, and a community where all are welcomed and loved. Through preaching, teaching, listening, and walking alongside others, Dave strives to live out the Gospel with integrity, compassion, and hope.
Dave is joyfully married to “the world’s most beautiful woman,” Kimberly Rogge-Rogers—his beloved partner in life, love, and ministry. Together, they share a life devoted to faith, family, and justice. Dave and Kimberly are proud parents of five and grandparents to nine and find continual inspiration in the love and growth of family.
Born and raised in Albuquerque, Dave is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, having served honorably during the Gulf War era. His military service shaped his lifelong commitment to human dignity, public service, and compassionate leadership.
He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Communication from Eastern New Mexico University and a Master of Divinity from Lexington Theological Seminary. As an adjunct professor, Dave has taught courses in history, sociology, communication, public speaking, and both Old and New Testament, equipping students to think critically and engage their communities with courage, faith, and clarity.
Dave’s ministry extends beyond the pulpit. He has served as a volunteer Law Enforcement Chaplain and Hospital Chaplain, and worked professionally as a Hospice Chaplain, as well as assisting individuals in substance abuse rehabilitation, offering presence, prayer, and peace in some of life’s most sacred and vulnerable moments.
For more than two decades, Dave has also been a volunteer board member and advocate in the field of domestic-violence prevention and safe housing, working to ensure dignity, safety, and hope for survivors in southeastern New Mexico.
As an environmental activist, Dave has spoken at both the United Nations, the White House, Santa Fe, and at governmental hearings on matters of global climate change, lifting up the moral and spiritual responsibility of caring for God’s creation. His advocacy is rooted in the biblical mandate of stewardship and a deep love for the interconnectedness of all life.
Dave has been a weekly faith-and-justice columnist for the Carlsbad Current Argus for 23 years, using his voice to reflect on scripture, ethics, and contemporary life through a spiritually grounded lens.
He is also a longstanding and vocal supporter of marriage equality, LGBTQ rights, and gender equality—convictions grounded in careful theology, the radical hospitality of Jesus, and the biblical witness to justice and liberation.
Dave’s ministry is shaped by Micah 6:8—“What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God.” He also draws daily inspiration from Philippians 4:4–9, striving to rejoice always, let gentleness be known to all, embrace God’s peace beyond understanding, and focus heart and mind on all that is true, honorable, just, and worthy of praise.
He believes the church should be a refuge for the weary, a voice for the marginalized, and a community where all are welcomed and loved. Through preaching, teaching, listening, and walking alongside others, Dave strives to live out the Gospel with integrity, compassion, and hope.