Doug Kirkman
Senior Pastor
Pastor Doug Kirkman’s life has been shaped by faith, service, and a deep calling to lead others in their walk with Christ. Born into a military family, Doug enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at the age of twenty and spent the next 25 years serving as an Air Traffic Controller in Arkansas, Portugal, New Mexico, Mississippi, North Carolina, Alaska, and North Dakota, with brief stays in England, Egypt, Germany, Italy, Iceland, Greece, and Canada. Each new location taught him discipline, leadership, and a heart for people. He retired in 2014 with the distinguished rank of Senior Master Sergeant (E-8).
But retirement was just the beginning of a new chapter. Doug stepped into a civilian leadership role with the Air National Guard, eventually becoming Contract Manager, where he oversees over 40 employees at airports in Texas, Rhode Island, Ohio, West Virginia, Vermont, and New York. His years of leadership in both military and civilian arenas have uniquely equipped him to serve with excellence and compassion in the body of Christ.
Doug’s educational background includes two degrees from the Community College of the Air Force, in Airway Science and Instructor of Technology and Military Science. He is currently pursuing theological studies at Liberty University, fueling his passion for teaching God’s Word.
Doug and his wife Gina met in 1989, when Gina’s father became the pastor of Doug’s church. Married since 1991, they’ve built a life centered on faith, family, and ministry. Together, they raised three children—Nicole, Nathan, and Noah—whom Gina homeschooled while Doug served in the military. Two of their children are now in college, a testimony to God’s faithfulness and their dedication.
In the early 1990s, Doug and Gina both sensed God’s unmistakable call to ministry. Though they have different gifts, they share the same heart—to serve God, to teach His Word faithfully, and to develop strong, Spirit-led leaders. Their journey through military life allowed them to serve under many different pastors, sharpening their understanding of godly leadership and strengthening their commitment to excellence in ministry.
New Harvest was blessed when Doug joined the pastoral team in February 2022 as Executive Pastor, where he faithfully stewarded the church’s operations, staffing, and resources. In September 2024, he assumed the role of Senior Pastor, prepared to lead with vision, humility, and unwavering trust in God.
Pastor Doug’s life is a testament to the power of obedience, perseverance, and the grace of God. His heart beats for the local church and for seeing every believer grow into the fullness of Christ. Whether he’s preaching, teaching, counseling, or praying with a family, Pastor Doug leads with wisdom, authenticity, and a servant’s heart. As a minister, Pastor Doug is called to inform, inspire, and invite others to know Jesus!
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men” – Colossians 3:23 ESV
But retirement was just the beginning of a new chapter. Doug stepped into a civilian leadership role with the Air National Guard, eventually becoming Contract Manager, where he oversees over 40 employees at airports in Texas, Rhode Island, Ohio, West Virginia, Vermont, and New York. His years of leadership in both military and civilian arenas have uniquely equipped him to serve with excellence and compassion in the body of Christ.
Doug’s educational background includes two degrees from the Community College of the Air Force, in Airway Science and Instructor of Technology and Military Science. He is currently pursuing theological studies at Liberty University, fueling his passion for teaching God’s Word.
Doug and his wife Gina met in 1989, when Gina’s father became the pastor of Doug’s church. Married since 1991, they’ve built a life centered on faith, family, and ministry. Together, they raised three children—Nicole, Nathan, and Noah—whom Gina homeschooled while Doug served in the military. Two of their children are now in college, a testimony to God’s faithfulness and their dedication.
In the early 1990s, Doug and Gina both sensed God’s unmistakable call to ministry. Though they have different gifts, they share the same heart—to serve God, to teach His Word faithfully, and to develop strong, Spirit-led leaders. Their journey through military life allowed them to serve under many different pastors, sharpening their understanding of godly leadership and strengthening their commitment to excellence in ministry.
New Harvest was blessed when Doug joined the pastoral team in February 2022 as Executive Pastor, where he faithfully stewarded the church’s operations, staffing, and resources. In September 2024, he assumed the role of Senior Pastor, prepared to lead with vision, humility, and unwavering trust in God.
Pastor Doug’s life is a testament to the power of obedience, perseverance, and the grace of God. His heart beats for the local church and for seeing every believer grow into the fullness of Christ. Whether he’s preaching, teaching, counseling, or praying with a family, Pastor Doug leads with wisdom, authenticity, and a servant’s heart. As a minister, Pastor Doug is called to inform, inspire, and invite others to know Jesus!
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men” – Colossians 3:23 ESV
Email: doug.kirkman@gmail.com
Phone Number: (907) 750-9153
Phone Number: (907) 750-9153