Jonathan Pierre-Puckett
I’m Jonathan, originally from Southern California, I moved to the Pacific Northwest a few years ago with my partner, Rhianna. We recently welcomed our first child, Arleta, and decided to make Tacoma our home shortly after. As we settle in, we’re excited to plant deep roots and become an active part of this vibrant community.
My faith journey is a bit unconventional, having been raised in an agnostic home. Despite that, I often found myself drawn to the Church, captivated by the loving, welcoming, and prophetic person of Jesus. As a biracial, bisexual nerd, I didn’t always feel welcomed or loved—especially in religious spaces. But that only deepened my desire to help others experience the love, welcome, and advocacy that Jesus offers. This calling led me to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies with a minor in Psychology, a Master of Pastoral Studies, and eventually to my ordination as an Assistant Pastor in 2015 and as a Pastor in 2018.