Leadership

Pastor JR Stepp - Lead Pastor
I have been in ministry in the state of Alaska since 2001. I have served as the Lead Pastor at Palmer Church of God since 2017. I am blessed to be a part of a church body that truly wants to "Be the Church." I ask God for wisdom to lead Palmer Church of God and to share a relevant message each Sunday that will help connect with Father God and with others. 

At the core of everything we do is love—love for God, love for people, and love for the calling to serve. As Executive Pastor, Alecia Watkins carries a deep passion for building a church where every heart feels seen, supported, and spiritually nourished. With a servant’s heart and a shepherd’s wisdom, Alecia helps guide the church’s mission, care for our teams, and create spaces where people can grow in faith, connection, and purpose. Alecia leads not just with strategy, but with compassion—believing that ministry is most powerful when rooted in authentic relationship and Christlike love.

Karen has been the Children’s Minister at Palmer Church of God since 2014 and her passion for children’s ministry only grows.  

Taking care of the needs of Palmer.