Our Staff

Jonás & Bet Cortés

Co-Lead Pastors

Jonas | Spiritual Life & Creative Arts Pastor“I love worshipping God and helping others walk in relationship with Him! I’m originally a Northerner from Mexico who was raised in the South and now live in Northern USA! I began playing and leading worship at the early age of 9 and have continued growing, leading, and teaching others how to worship and come into the presence of God. My studies in Communications and Bible School were launching pads into my roles within Videography and Ministry. At any given moment you could find me playing music, handling a camera, or having fun with our kids."

Bet | Equipping & Empowering Pastor “I am passionate about loving God and sharing His love with others! Raised in the southern heat of Mexico, I have grown to love every place and people where God has taken me! After Bible school, the past 17 years have been well-lived as I’ve served in ministry in Mexico, New York, and now among the beautiful people of Minnesota. My aim is to walk in God’s joyful presence, live for His purposes, and help others as they do the same. Jonas & I enjoy spending time with our three children, sipping a good cup of coffee, and connecting with others. Send me a time that’s good for you, and let’s meet up!"

Emily Beck

Pastoral Assistant "I grew up in the northwestern suburbs of Minneapolis and now live in Columbia Heights. I am a graduate of the University of Northwestern - St. Paul and I currently work part-time at Cross Culture and full-time at a local nonprofit. I have considered Cross Culture my church home since 2017 and I joined the Cross Culture staff in February of 2022. There are many things I love and appreciate about this community, including the emphasis on everyone participating and taking an active role in church functions, worshiping in different languages, and the mindset of living for God's purposes at all times! You can find me having bonfires in my backyard, checking out new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family."

Mattie Champine

Ministry Intern "Hi! I grew up in WI/IL and moved to MN in 2021 to study at Bethany Global University. I had the opportunity to do an internship in South Africa in 2023 and God taught me so much through that time. Currently, I’m taking online classes with Bethany Global University to work towards my Bachelor’s degree in Intercultural ministry studies and Bible/theology with a long-term goal to work for or start a disability ministry.

Currently, I work as a caregiver at a group home for people with disabilities, I really enjoy my job! Some of my hobbies are hiking, playing tennis, learning about and experiencing different cultures, and traveling!

I really appreciate Cross Culture’s values and vision, as I see that it aligns with the great commission. I am excited to be a part of that and continue to learn more about what it means to walk with God each day."