Pastor Steve McGee first encountered Hillcrest with his young family in the late 1980's while attending Columbia Bible College (now CIU). He preached his first sermon here, built long lasting relationships, and grew tremendously in Christ. After graduating, he went on to pastor churches in Batesburg, South Florida, Michigan, and event
Pastor Steve McGee first encountered Hillcrest with his young family in the late 1980's while attending Columbia Bible College (now CIU). He preached his first sermon here, built long lasting relationships, and grew tremendously in Christ. After graduating, he went on to pastor churches in Batesburg, South Florida, Michigan, and eventually serve as a church planter and Bible teacher in Trinidad, West Indies. In 2009, Pastor Steve moved back to America with his family taking on the role as Executive Director with Ministries in Action (MIA) in Miami, FL. He continued to minister in the Caribbean and Latin America through Biblical education, disaster relief teams, and medical missions. In January of 2013, Pastor Steve received a call from Hillcrest asking if he would become their next lead Pastor. He is a graduate of Columbia International University, Greenville Seminary, and also holds a doctorate of theology from North Central Theological Seminary.
Josh has served in the role of Associate Pastor since 2015 and was formally ordained to ministry in 2016. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity International University in Christian Ministry and holds a Master's Degree in Addictions Counseling from Liberty University. He has served on staff with Miami Youth for Christ and was
Josh has served in the role of Associate Pastor since 2015 and was formally ordained to ministry in 2016. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity International University in Christian Ministry and holds a Master's Degree in Addictions Counseling from Liberty University. He has served on staff with Miami Youth for Christ and was involved in worship leading and youth ministry at various churches in the Miami area for 5 years. Josh enjoys music, spending time with his family, traveling, history, reading, coffee, and anything chocolate.
Josh also serves as a Chaplain Candidate with the Army National Guard and holds an ecclesiastical endorsement from the North America Mission Board (NAMB). He is currently pursuing seminary studies at Columbia Int. University and Liberty Theological Seminary.
Steven serves as our Associate Pastor of discipleship and community outreach. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and youth ministry from Columbia International University. Steven is passionate about building the local church through preaching, discipleship, and community outreach. Steven is the founder of Refuge, which par
Steven serves as our Associate Pastor of discipleship and community outreach. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and youth ministry from Columbia International University. Steven is passionate about building the local church through preaching, discipleship, and community outreach. Steven is the founder of Refuge, which partners with individuals and families in the area of addiction recovery. Steven and his wife, Lisa, have been ministering in the greater Columbia area for the past 20 years and are passionate about seeing people meet Jesus and grow in a deeper relationship with Him. In his spare time, you can catch Steven in a local coffee shop reading a book and drinking a good brew.
Artie Lucas: Ruling Elder
Mark Shirey: Ruling Elder
Suzette Shirey: Treasurer
Adanna McGee: Piano
Betty Lucas: Piano
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