About Total City Church
Discover who we are, what we value and what we believe.
Live The Full Life God Made You For
We are here to help you strengthen your relationship with God and discover your purpose.
On September 13th, Total City Church will launch with a desire to help people begin a relationship with Jesus, grow in their faith, and create change in the world around them. Through meaningful music, relatable messages, and authentic community, we’re creating a church where you can experience hope, grow closer to God, and discover who He made you to be.
Our Beliefs
At Total City Church, everything we believe is built on the truth of God’s Word. The Bible is our foundation and final authority for faith and life. The statements that follow outline the core truths that shape who we are and how we live the full life God made us for.
Our Values
Jesus Is Our Hope
Everything we do is centered around who Jesus is and what He has done for us. We believe a full and complete life is possible through a real relationship with Jesus Christ.
People Are Our Priority
Others are not an afterthought. We value people no matter who they are, where they come from, or what they've done. You belong here.
Generosity Is Our Joy
We get to give and do so cheerfully. We are contributors, not consumers. We are blessed to be a blessing.
Excellence Is Our Standard
We always bring our best and care deeply about the experience we give others. We are not perfect, but we leave it all on the field.
Creativity Is Our Calling
We were born original and refuse to become copycats. We innovate, problem-solve, and offer our unique gifts and abilities to the world.
Pastors Josiah & Mikayla Malinich
Together, Pastors Josiah and Mikayla Malinich lead Total City Church in Mechanicsburg, PA, and are parents to their son, Zayden.
As founder and lead pastor of Total City Church, Josiah Malinich brings years of local church experience, serving in roles such as staff pastor, youth pastor, and young adult pastor. He also carries a strong background in creative ministry, including graphic design, filmmaking, video production, and live media. Josiah holds a certificate in Pastoral Ministry from Samford University and plans to continue pursuing education in both theology and business leadership. He is a writer, producer, and loves sports.
Mikayla Malinich is co-founder and pastor at Total City Church. She holds an undergraduate degree in Early Education and a master’s degree in Social Work. Mikayla has served as both a children’s pastor and the director of a Christian preschool and elementary program. Her greatest desire is to lead Total City Church in meaningful social work efforts, serving families, women, children, and the broader community. Mikayla enjoys DIY creative art projects, taste-testing food, and traveling with her family.