A Native of California by way of Long Beach, Chester McGowan, Jr. now resides in Texas is known throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex both Spiritually and Professionally.  He is characterized spiritually as a true man of GOD with an inconceivable passion to not only remain a humble servant, but to positively impact the lives of those in need of pure encouragement and guidance. Professionally he is also known throughout the community as a sharp business man who has identified the need to mentor and lead other young men in opening the doors for entreprenurialship. While owning and operating a now successful Building and Remodeling Company, Chester McGowan does not despise small beginnings. On two separate occasions, he has been recognized and the recipient of community service awards titled, “Man of Honor”.  Not only were the awards signed by local Senators, but also signed by former Governor and former President George Bush.   

 

Throughout years of Personal, Professional, and Spiritual preparation. While attending and serving at the Potter House under Bishop T.D. Jakes until October 2007, GOD moved and planted the seed for Pastor McGowan to go forth and establish King’s Court Ministries where the Mission and Vision GOD gave can be carried out in winning souls for Christ and building the Kingdom.

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On July 7, 1996, Pastor McGowan was obedient to the call of GOD and accepted his assignment to preach the gospel of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and received his ministerial license. Ten years later in 2006, he was officially ordained in the state of Texas. On September 11th, 2008 Pastor Chester McGowan Jr. was a part of the Leadership Conference in Washington DC where he was officially ordained by Bishop T.D. Jakes as Sr. Pastor. Kings Court Ministries was established in 2008. In 2015 Pastor McGowan became State Overseer of Texas, January of 2016 he became Bishop Elect, in November 2017 he was consecrated Bishop. On May 4th, 2018 Bishop McGowan Launching Kingdom Pastoral Alliance in California.

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Bishop C. McGowan Jr education includes Associate Degree at Trinity Theological, Bachelor’s Degree at Regent University, and he is now pursuing his master’s at Regent University.  Bishop McGowan is currently married to the beautiful 1st Lady Yolanda and they have five children and eight grandchildren.