Rev. Erik Khoobyarian
DIRECTOR

The Rev. Erik Khoobyarian obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Santa Clara University and practiced law in California for more than ten years before answering the call to ministry. Erik graduated from Princeton Theological Seminary after which he was ordained as a Minister of Word and Sacrament by the San Jose Presbytery and installed as the Senior Pastor and Head of Staff of the Presbyterian Church of Western Springs in the suburbs of Chicago where he served until joining Pinnacle in 2022 as the Executive Associate Pastor and in 2024 named Senior Pastor. Erik currently serves on the Board of Directors of Zephyr Point Presbyterian Camp & Conference Center in Lake Tahoe. Erik also serves on the Board of Directors of Amor Ministries (an organization with which he has participated in the building of more than 30 homes in Mexico over the last 25 years).

Rev. Michael Hegeman, PhD.
EDUCATION DIRECTOR

Rev. Michael Hegeman holds a PhD in Homiletics (Preaching) and New Testament from Princeton Seminary where he taught speech, preaching and liturgy. An Arizona resident since 1978, Michael graduated from Grand Canyon University with a degree in Music Education. He taught at the First Presbyterian Academy, formerly housed in the Historic First Presbyterian Church (Phoenix), where he also served as an elder. Michael teaches courses in Spiritual Studies and frequently lectures on diverse topics dealing with faith and religion around Phoenix. In addition to his theological background, Mike is an active musician and composer.

Kelly McGinn
DIRECTOR OF ADULT PROGRAMMING

She was born and raised in Victoria, Texas, and graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Mass Communications in 1998. Shortly after graduation, she met her husband, Ryan McGinn. They have two children, Helena and Jackson. She and her family have lived in Texas, Georgia, California, and Connecticut and finally are firmly planted in North Scottsdale. Kelly has worked in many facets of church life and enjoys supporting the adult programming at Pinnacle and the Fran Park Center with her passion for Christian education and culture.

Nathaniel Smith
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE FOR VIDEO PRODUCTION AND LIVESTREAM

From Hollywood to Boston to New York City, and finally Phoenix, Nathaniel’s passion for the visual arts never took a back seat. In Hollywood, Nathaniel was given the opportunity to work on “That 70’s Show.” Nathaniel took what he learned out West and brought it back with him to Boston where he took on a Cameraman position on an episode of MTV’s “MADE”. Upon moving to NYC, Nathaniel made the conscious choice to expound his skills within the world of TV and Film, shooting various TV commercials and working production design on various Television and Film sets. In addition to working as a camera operator on several TV aired projects, Nathaniel also worked relentlessly on numerous independent short films and features. Nathaniel looks forward to bringing his experience and skills to Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, where he will serve as the Communications Associate for Video Production & Livestream, bringing quality-produced live streams and video content to both the Church and the Park Center.