
Our Team
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Mike & Debbie Smith
LEAD PASTOR
Pastor Mike and Debbie have been married since November 12, 1999, and have been serving in ministry together for approximately 20 years. Pastor Mike gave his life to Jesus in 1996, and Debbie in 1999. They have lived in the New England area and the Midwest and recently moved from sunny Florida. They began their ministry journey serving in children's ministries, not realizing the adventure God was taking them on. Pastor Mike was ordained with the Assemblies of God, and Debbie is currently pursuing her degree in psychology. God has continued to use them in many ministry capacities, including youth, worship, lead pastoring, teaching in Christian schools, a coffeehouse ministry, substance abuse and mental health counseling, and many other ways. Their most cherished ministry has been raising their three children and witnessing God's faithfulness at work in their lives. Pastor Mike and Debbie are excited for all that God has in store for North Pole Assembly of God and feel privileged to be a part of this beautiful church family.
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Steven & Jamie Butler
FACILITIES AND CHILDREN DIRECTOR
Pastor Steven and Jamie grew up in separate parts of the states. They have been a part of our team for over 10 years now and both bring a different perspective to the team. They both got their ministerial credentials in 2024 through the Assembly of God. They have a passion to see families restored and people empowered through the love of Jesus Christ. They want to see not only this city changed and on fire for the Lord but, the state of Alaska filled with the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Natalie Prescaro
YOUTH AND WORSHIP DIRECTOR
Natalie has been in ministry for over 10 years now. She grew up in the Assembly of God Church and was called into ministry at a young age. She started off her adventure serving in the military for 8 years then got out to pursue Gods calling on her life. Natalie wants to see young lives changed and the city fall in love with Christ. She plans to do whatever it takes to see the Good News of Jesus Christ spread throughout the world.
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Pamela Leist
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Pam has worked for the church almost 10 years. She’s an asset to our team and has continually been a pillar in the church working with the women’s ministry and worship team. She started off her journey in pursing higher education in ministry at Evangel University then Global University. She worked for the University of Alaska Fairbanks for several years and eventually retired from that job. She also facilitated courses for Berean School of the Bible for ministerial credentials and proctored exams for licensing and ordination. She is married and has 2 daughters, 9 grandchildren, and 1 great grandson.
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Sheila Gamerdinger
BOOKKEEPER
Sheila and her husband Dave moved to Alaska from South Dakota in 1996. She has worked for NPAG as the bookkeeper since 1996 and has continued to be a blessing to our team. During her time at NPAG, she has been a pillar of support in the church and has served faithfully. She has a passion to see lives changed and on fire for the Lord. Sheila and Dave have 2 wonderful daughters and 7 grandchildren.