PASTORAL STAFF & ELDERS

JR CUEVAS

Lead pastor

Pastor JR, the Lead Pastor of KCC, has a diverse background that has shaped his journey in ministry. Originally from the Philippines and raised in Hawaii, he discovered his faith later in life, leading him to pursue degrees in ministry and Biblical counseling. With a calling to pastor, he returned to Hawaii after years of experience in various church roles and teaching positions. His deep commitment to shepherding, teaching, and equipping the community reflects his dedication to sharing God's Word and discipling others.

TOPHER DEKDEKEN

YOUTH DIRECTOR

Topher, an 8^th grade graduate of KCS began to attend the Youth Ministry there. After graduating from The Moanalua High School and UH-Manoa, Topher was called to ministry where he served with the River of Life Mission to prepare for ministry with City, Serve, Mission Los Angeles. Topher then moved to Washington state to pursue Youth Ministry with different organizations for a decade. Topher’s heart is to build servant leaders who love Jesus and others.

MARIE ELETISE

ASSOC. PASTOR, CHILDREN

Pastor Marie first attended Kaimuki Christian Church as a teenager, and returned with her husband, Pastor Nofo, in 2010 to serve our keiki (children). Pastor Marie's passion is for our keiki to realize how much God loves them and wants them to know they're His kids.

NOFO ELETISE

ASSOC. PASTOR, MEN & LOCAL OUTREACH

Pastor Nofo grew up in Western Samoa, where he played professional rugby before he met Jesus Christ. He first encountered Kaimuki Christian Church through his involvement with South Seas Christian Ministries, helping to coordinate Samoa short-term missions. Pastor Nofo's passion flows from his love for Jesus, and he brings that passion to our local outreach and men's ministries. "Nothing is worth doing if it's not for Him!"

DANNY HAN

Assoc. pastor, Director of Ministries

Pastor Danny leads the charge in streamlining our ministries so that the focus remains on making disciples and reaching a new generation for Christ. Danny is passionate about seeing God move in the lives of people. Stories of families and individuals who went from 'here' to 'there' because of Jesus fire him up. He loves to cook, sip coffee with his wife, and play games with his two kids. Danny is also an amateur green thumb, endeavoring to grow fruits and vegetables in his small garden.