Our Team
Pastor John McDonald, Wife Tien
Senior Pastor John McDonald
Before anything else John McDonald is a husband, father, and brother in Christ. Driven by a love for Jesus that proves itself through passionately and diligently studying the Word of God and learning the depths of faith and knowledge of the Holy One.
A specific area of study that John excels in, is teaching about and tearing down strongholds in the form of misinterpreted scripture, false and misleading beliefs and religious practices. Unless the scripture states otherwise in the text, a literal understanding and interpretation has allowed John with the empowering of The Spirit of God to open many eyes. John stewards his teaching gift well and has been and continues to be refined in his roll as pastor and elder, whose greatest desire is to make much of Jesus.
He has served the body of Christ for over 20 years and finds joy in discipling men and teaching them to observe all that Jesus has commanded us. His reward and catalyst to continue counseling and discipleship is watching people’s lives, marriages, and families be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit.
John holds a B.A. in Biblical Counseling and an M.A. in Theology from Calvary Chapel University. His zeal for the Lord continues to fuel his desire to teach both the unknowing and spiritually mislead, about eternal life by entering into a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Assistant Pastor Michael “Mike” Powers
Michael “Mike” Powers, known for his bright blue eyes and warm heart, has faithfully walked with the Lord for many decades. He first came to Las Vegas around 1980 and gave his life to Jesus shortly after, in 1981, during a personal encounter with the Lord at home that changed the direction of his life.
Not long after his salvation, Mike began serving in church ministry. He attended Trinity Temple and later helped plant what was then West Valley Assembly of God, now known as the International Church of Las Vegas. Over the years, the Lord continued to guide his steps into new seasons of service, including time at Calvary Chapel in North Las Vegas and later helping serve with Calvary Chapel New Beginnings.
Throughout his years in ministry, Mike has faithfully served in many areas including administration, men’s ministry, ushering, outreach, and supporting church leadership. His heart has always been to help build and strengthen the church, even participating in the work of helping establish and build a church along the way.
Mike is a devoted family man and father to three sons. His first wife, Sharon, went home to be with the Lord in 2010. In 2025, God brought a new chapter of joy into his life when he married his wife Connie on May 25.
With decades of life experience, Pastor Mike continues to serve with humility, wisdom, and a genuine desire to see others grow in their walk with Christ.
Our Elders
Elder Austin Turner, Wife Alexandria
Elder Keith Jorgensen, Wife Heather
Elder Michael Berner, Wife Corinne
Elder Omar Lopez, Wife Claudia