Chris Donavan
Before I met Christ I was without hope in this world.
Yes I had a normal life. I was a good kid growing up, highly involved in sports and with my family etc. (I still really enjoy Mnt. Biking and Free Diving!) But I was missing something, and deep down I knew it. I just wasn't sure what it was...
Until I met some totally sold out, loving, and joyful Christ followers in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. I had met people from every walk of life, and religious persuasion. However, none made an impression on my heart like those in the small church in Friday Harbor. I couldn't shake it! And I had to find out what it was! Well, it turned out they had a strong relationship with Jesus! So I began a journey of discovery, to find out personally what Jesus really was all about!
I found out that He died for me personally, and I knew no one had ever come close to loving me like Jesus does! Committed followers of Jesus discipled me during my journey, and I became a Christ follower as a teenager. Later as an adult, I worked in construction and felt a call to ministry. God opened doors for me to became a pastor in 1994. Then God helped us plant a church in 1997 on Orcas Island. It was such a thrill to see lives transformed through the grace of Christ! I have carried out ministry in three different church districts (total of 6 churches) and was ordained in 2004. Currently, I am an associate director for evangelism and church planting for the Georgia-Cumberland Conference. As the Lead Pastor of PATHWAYchurch my desire is to help others experience the joy of living with Christ and how to live a fulfilled life through His transforming love! I also enjoy Mnt. biking, free diving, camping, and playing in the surf.
My vision is that PATHWAYchurch will have faithful God followers start and multiply churches in communities all around North Georgia.
I believe God will help us build a growing network of ministry so more people can be prepared for the soon return of Jesus (Rev. 14:6-12).
Yes I had a normal life. I was a good kid growing up, highly involved in sports and with my family etc. (I still really enjoy Mnt. Biking and Free Diving!)
Until I met some totally sold out, loving, and joyful Christ followers in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. I had met people from every walk of life, and religious persuasion. However, none made an impression on my heart like those in the small church in Friday Harbor. I couldn't shake it! And I had to find out what it was! Well, it turned out they had a strong relationship with Jesus! So I began a journey of discovery, to find out personally what Jesus really was all about!
I found out that He died for me personally, and I knew no one had ever come close to loving me like Jesus does! Committed followers of Jesus discipled me during my journey, and I became a Christ follower as a teenager. Later as an adult, I worked in construction and felt a call to ministry. God opened doors for me to became a pastor in 1994. Then God helped us plant a church in 1997 on Orcas Island. It was such a thrill to see lives transformed through the grace of Christ! I have carried out ministry in three different church districts (total of 6 churches) and was ordained in 2004. Currently, I am an associate director for evangelism and church planting for the Georgia-Cumberland Conference. As the Lead Pastor of PATHWAYchurch my desire is to help others experience the joy of living with Christ and how to live a fulfilled life through His transforming love! I also enjoy Mnt. biking, free diving, camping, and playing in the surf.
My vision is that PATHWAYchurch will have faithful God followers start and multiply churches in communities all around North Georgia.
I believe God will help us build a growing network of ministry so more people can be prepared for the soon return of Jesus (Rev. 14:6-12).
Heidi Donavan
Heidi is the assistant leader for PATHWAY.
Growing up in a Christian home Heidi from an early age grew to love Christ and has dedicated her life to His service. She is a mother/teacher and nurse. She enjoys guiding her children to live out Christ's character, which includes home schooling. She also enjoys healthy lifestyle education and enjoying birds and other animals.
Growing up in a Christian home Heidi from an early age grew to love Christ and has dedicated her life to His service. She is a mother/teacher and nurse. She enjoys guiding her children to live out Christ's character, which includes home schooling. She also enjoys healthy lifestyle education and enjoying birds and other animals.
