Collin McDonald grew up throughout the United States but settled in Minot, ND before college. He graduated from the University of Northwestern St. Paul. He is pursuing a seminary education through the Timothy Pastoral Apprenticeship and Kairos University. He was hired in September of 2023 as a Pastoral Intern. He brings many years of ministry experience from working as a Summer Counselor at Crystal Springs Baptist Camp. He took over as the Interim Youth Director in May of 2024. He also coaches track and cross country at the High School. In his free time you can find him running on the trails around Jamestown. Collin was blessed to grow up with two parents who preached the Gospel to him. In, high school the Spirit finally opened up his heart to realize his desperate need for a savior, and only Jesus, the Christ, could be that savior.

What is your favorite/life verse?
Micah 7:7
What is one of your favorite local restaurants?
Hondo's Hideaway
What is one of your favorite hymn/worship song?
In Christ Alone - Keith Getty and Stuart Townend
What is one of your favorite books besides the Bible?
Rich Wounds by David Mathis or Astonished by God by John Piper
Who is a hero of the faith you deeply respect/who inspires you?
William Cowper - Despite a facing immense darkness in his life he wrote some of my favorite hymns
If you could only have one book of the Bible which one would it be? Why?
Psalms - They teach us how to pray and worship.
Where is somewhere you've always wanted to visit?
The British Isles
What movie can you re-watch forever?
Prince of Egypt or Interstellar