Glenn Runnalls — Executive Pastor

Glenn Runnalls joined Hillcrest staff in January of 2020 and is glad to be serving the Lord here in this season. He spent most of his working life at Briercrest College & Seminary (1985-2015). Glenn & Kathy moved to Medicine Hat in 2018 after Glenn finished a PhD in Education from the University of Regina. Glenn finds himself going over and over again to several key portions of scripture: Isaiah 58; Matthew 5:1-14; Titus 3; James 2 & 3; and 1 Peter 2 & 3. Glenn and Kathy love to bike and walk the wonderful trails in and around town and they enjoy cooking (especially with all the fresh produce in the area).

Jamie McDonald — Pastor of Community Life

Jamie McDonald is a fully devoted follower of Jesus, husband and father. He's also a friend to many and a Bible nerd who enjoys anything to do with Bible study, Bible archaeology and fascinating facts that demonstrate the trustworthiness of God's Word, helping him to share "the reason for the hope" that we have in Jesus (1 Peter 3:15). Jamie also enjoys working out, walks with his beautiful wife and watching shows with his family.

Michael Deibert — Pastor of Legacy Adults

Mike has three beautiful daughters and will be celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary with his wonderful wife Jamie. He was born and raised in Medicine Hat and loves his hometown. He’s been involved in various ministries since the mid-90s and is passionate about his current role working with Legacy Adults. His heart’s desire is for people to share their faith and the love of God and to care for those in need.

Alisha Durksen — Youth Pastor

Alisha lives in Medicine Hat with her husband Tyler and their dog, Emma. Alisha has been a youth pastor for 10+ years and falls more in love with youth ministry every year. She's passionate about helping teens to know the Lord and to understand His love for them. Alisha thrives on coffee, donuts, and time spent digging into the Word.

Lynn Dietz — Regional Minister EMCC

As a Regional Minister in the EMCC, Lynn carries a strong passion for coaching, mentoring, communicating the word of God, and developing disciple-making leaders. Lynn has been an EMCC pastor in Central Alberta for over 22 years, after which he took up his current role as Regional Minister in 2006. He and his wife Debbie live in Didsbury, Alberta. They have three married sons, and five grandchildren! Family life tops the list in their book but if you were to ask Lynn, riding horses and camping in the mountains comes in a close second. He has also enjoyed being a community executive director and a minor hockey and soccer coach. He also keeps active by playing hockey and riding his mountain bike.

Ian Lawson — Freelance Pastor

BRE Briercrest Bible College; BA University of Alberta; MA Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

Ian was a church planter with Evangelical Free Church, Edmonton (1979-82), he taught at Briercrest Bible College (1985-98) and was the lead Pastor at the Evangelical Free Church, Lethbridge (1998-2018) Currently he is a "free lance pastor/learner" with teaching opportunities in the Global Church and board leadership positions (Compassion, Briercrest, Truth Matters).

Ian was married to Connie for 39 years, until the Lord took her into his presence 5 years ago. He is blessed with 5 adult married children, and 15 grandchildren (at last count). In spare time he enjoys being with family, reading the books that have long waited, and motorcycle camping (weather permitting).

Yusuf Mohammed — Connection Village

As a young adult raised in Northern Nigeria, Yusuf began working with an inner-city ministry in Jos, Nigeria, reaching-out to street kids. In 2001, Yusuf left Nigeria to study with the University of the Nations (U of N), living on four different continents and learning how to redeem cultures for kingdom purposes. Yusuf's U of N training focused on Inductive Biblical Studies and Biblical Christian Worldview. He led teams to various countries and has seen many tribes impacted by the gospel of Jesus Christ in over 20 nations. Yusuf has been a Hillcrest member for 16 years and has served on Ministry Council for 2 terms.

Yusuf is married to Karina, and they have 3 boys. He is currently studying for his Masters of Global Management. Yusuf is the founder of The Connection Intercultural Association of Medicine Hat and Our Village Creative co-owner, a communication business. Yusuf's passion is to create opportunities for people to grow. He enjoys teaching God's Word and pioneering projects that will bring about a change and expand God's Kingdom principles.