Ronald E. Vallet (1929–2018) was an ordained minister and a gifted leader in the area of stewardship. He served several organizations in that capacity, including American Baptist Churches of New York State, American Baptist Churches USA, the National Council of Churches, and the Ecumenical Stewardship Center. His books include Stepping Stones of the Steward, Congregations at the Crossroads, and The Steward Living in Covenant.