WHO WE ARE
King's Dallas is an extension of King's Cathedral in Maui, Hawaii. King's Cathedral and Chapels are all part of the vision that God has given to our apostolic leader, Dr. James Marocco. Our plan is to be "One Church in many locations" touching all of Texas and the world.
For more information about King's Cathedral & Chapels please visit our Main Campus page.
PASTORS & STAFF
GLOBAL SENIOR PASTORS & SITE PASTORS
Dr. James & Pastor Colleen Marocco
Dr. James Marocco has served as Senior Pastor of King’s Cathedral & Chapels since 1980.
He holds a Bachelors of Arts Degree from Vanguard University, a Master of Arts from the University of Southern California in Ancient History, a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, specializing in pastoral counseling and church growth.
He is a board member of Church Growth International and has authored several books on Spiritual Warfare, Church Growth and Hawaiian History.
Dr. Marocco is married to his beautiful wife, Pastor Colleen and they have three children and seven grandchildren.
EXECUTIVE PASTORS
Pastor Michael & Minister Courtney Hughes
Pastor Michael Hughes serves as the Executive Pastor at King’s Dallas, where he is passionate about seeing this generation encounter the power of God.
Together with his wife, Minister Courtney Hughes, they have been a part of King’s for nearly a decade, faithfully serving and building the church.
Responding to the call of God, they moved to Dallas with a vision to see a mighty work established. Today, they serve under the leadership of Dr. James Marocco and the King’s staff, helping bring the vision to pass.
Pastor Michael is also actively involved in planting and strengthening Indian churches as part of King’s global mission.
PASTORS
Pastor DeWitt & Pastor Kim Jones
Pastors DeWitt & Kim have had an amazing ministry in Gospel music. They and their children formed 'Forever Jones' creating music that has inspired people from all walks of life. With Dove Award & Grammy nominations, their talents and anointing in music is nothing short of a gift to King's Dallas.
They have been serving on King's Dallas staff since 2019.
SLAVIC PASTORS
Pastor Viktor & Pastor Tanya Pekun
Pastors Vik and Tanya joined the King's family in 2018, starting in Honolulu, Hawai'i, where God opened the doors for our very first Slavic congregation.
In 2024, the Lord led them to Dallas, Texas — and our hearts are full of expectation for what He will do next.
"This is just the beginning, and we’re honored to be part of His story in this city!"
PORTUGUESE PASTOR
Pastor Joel Peixoto
Pastor Joel is married to Cristiane Peixoto and together they have four children. With over 30 years of experience, Pastor Joel ministers on deliverance, healing, revival, and specific messages in the area of spiritual restoration.
From 1995 to 1999, Pastor Joel went on several missionary trips to countries in Europe, Africa, and Latin America. In 1999, he founded the International Missionary Center and pastored there for 10 years. In 2009, Pastor Joel and his family followed God’s call to serve in the “Restoring Lives Ministry” in Brazil.
In December 2017, God called the Peixoto's to the United States, where he volunteered and served for six years at Christ for the Nations, fulfilling his calling to restore lives.
Today, Pastor Joel continues to fulfill God’s calling as Pastor of King's Dallas Portuguese congregation.