Senior Pastors Billy and Jean Gowan

My wife, Jean, and I have been blessed to serve in full-time ministry since 1985. We’re originally from Spartanburg and are proud parents of three children—Angela, Jamie, and Mandy—as well as grandparents to 15 amazing grandchildren.

Our ministry journey began here at Life Church, then known as Unity Christian Fellowship, where we served as Youth Pastors. I was ordained at Evangel Cathedral, and later Jean and I helped establish a church in North Myrtle Beach while serving as Associate Pastors at Spirit Life Worship Center.

In September 2003, we returned to Life Church as Senior Pastors, and it has been an incredible privilege to serve this church family ever since. I’m also honored to be part of the Heaven's Saints Motorcycle Ministry.

My heart as a pastor is to help people grow in their relationship with God and discover the purpose He has for their lives. I believe every person has a God-given destiny, and through faith and trust in Him, we can walk confidently in His plan and experience His love every day.

Faith and Trust in Jesus

Faith and Trust in Jesus