The Pursuit exists to glorify Jesus and in doing so, bring people into an encounter with the presence of God.

Lead Pastors Russell and Marija Johnson

I was born and raised in Seattle, and from the start of our marriage, I knew God had a special plan for us in the Northwest. What began as a dream turned into a bold step of faith in 2014 when Marija and I launched The Pursuit. From a drafty old barn to a thriving multi-campus church, we’ve seen God move in ways beyond imagination. Today, The Pursuit is more than a church—it’s a community where anyone can belong, everyone can contribute, and anything is possible when God shows up.

— Russell & Marija Johnson