Our Pastors

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meet our pastors

At Atlanta Christian Assembly, we are blessed to be shepherded by a team of devoted, Spirit-led pastors who faithfully lead with humility, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the Word of God. Each pastor brings unique gifts and a heart for serving our diverse and growing church family.

We are grateful for our pastors who lead not by position, but by example—living lives of integrity, prayer, and service. Their leadership continues to inspire us to walk in faith and unity as we pursue the call of God for our church and our city.

Pastor John M. Cherian

Senior Pastor

Pastor John is the founding pastor of ACA. He began the church with a vision to reach out to first, second, third (and so on) generations of the international community in Atlanta. Along with being the senior pastor and vision pastor of ACA, Pastor John is the founder of Miqueas 6.8, a children’s home in Honduras. The kids there affectionately call him Abuelo.

Pastor Thompson Samuel

Associate Pastor

Pastor Thompson is the associate pastor of ACA, and leads our English and Youth service. He has been serving the Lord since the age of 17. Pastor Thompson and his wife, Linda, enjoy serving the youth of ACA. They have three daughters, and 5 grandchildren. He is known by his contagious laugh and his passion for the Gospel.

Pastor Bovas Mathew

Associate Pastor

Pastor Bovas Mathew is one of the Associate Pastors at ACA and he leads the young and the adults at the assembly. Pastor Bovas was born and raised in Kerala, India. From his childhood days he recognized the call of God in his life and surrendered his life for the work of the Gospel. Pastor Bovas is a graduate from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. He loves traveling across the world to preach the gospel in youth gatherings and conventions. He and his wife Juby serve the next generation at ACA. They have a son, Jeremiah. Pastor Bovas is known for his passion for the gospel and the Holy Spirit.