Our Team

Jim and Darla John

Jim and Darla John are a pastoral couple devoted to the Gospel Commission of making more and better disciples of Jesus, for God’s glory and through the power of the Holy Spirit. “We value God’s Word as the absolute authority for our lives and we love people. We also value relational discipleship, life-changing worship and authentic community where individuals become increasingly devoted followers of Christ. We are excited about what God is doing in our Journey Church Family as we reach-out to the Kelso/Longview community – trusting Him as we take steps of faith.” Jim and Darla have three wonderful adult children and have ministered together in Oregon, Alaska and Washington.


Emily Kuchurivski

Emily Kuchurivski

Emily Kuchurivski, originally from Ontario, Canada, recently graduated from La Sierra University with a BA in Religious Studies. As a pastor and hospital chaplain in training, she is passionate about helping others navigate on their spiritual journeys and encounter God for themselves. She brings a unique blend of compassion, creativity, and curiosity to her ministry. She has traveled throughout the world, with her most recent travel that involved volunteering with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity in South Africa. Emily is committed to building meaningful connections and bringing a sense of peace and presence to those she serves.