the pastors
senior pastor:
Merv & Darlene Walker
Merv Walker was born in New Zealand to missionaries in Indonesia. He spent much of his childhood there, as well as a couple of years here in Hawai'i. His parents, Dal & Dorothy Walker later established a Bible School in Tawamangu, Sekolah Alkitab which has trained over 3,000 students.
Merv attended Southern Methodist University of Southwestern Assemblies of God in Waxahachie, TX. He then graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a degree in history. While serving as assistant pastor to Gospel Lighthouse Church in Dallas, TX for nearly 4 years, he was challenged to pioneer a new work in Garland, TX. There, together with his wife and family he pastored New Life Fellowship for 21 years. In 1991, Merv and Darlene received the call to come and serve here at Kaua'i Bible Church where they continue today.
Darlene, his wife, is an ordained minister as well, speaking at conferences, churches, and ministries both national and international. They actively serve together here at Kaua'i Bible Church. They have been married for 41 years and have 3 children and 9 grandchildren. Missions is an active part of their vision and ministry.
associate pastor:
David & Grace Leong
David Leong graduated from the University of Hawai'i at Manoa with a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, Instrumental Emphasis. Converted at 17 years old, he has served as choir director, audio-visual director, music teacher, worship leader, orchestra arranger, children's pastor, and school principal at Grace Bible Church Honolulu. He currently serves as the associate pastor here at Kaua'i Bible Church. Married to Grace for 26 years, they have 3 children who are involved in the music and youth ministry: Jonathan, Janelle, and Jessica.
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