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The Gaming Pastor — How a Struggle to Fit In Led to Embracing His Inner Nerd
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- Published: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 08:16
From an early age, Pastor Al “XtianNinja” Descheneau has always loved computers and gaming. Criticized and Ostracized for his beliefs, Al endured a long struggle with bullying and mental health until he learned to embrace his inner nerd— building a thriving community in the churches biggest blind spot.
CHRI is honoured to retell Al’s story with a short docudrama.
Watch the livestreamed reaction video on twitch.
Director: Rene Fortier
Producer: Will Stevens
Al Descheneau (XtianNinja) Links:
XtianNinja.com
Twitch
YouTube
