Al Descheneau (XtianNinja) is a licensed pastor with The Alliance Canada and a full-time digital pastor dedicated to reaching people through online communities and gaming spaces.
From Pulpit to Pixel
With a Master of Divinity and over 16 years in pastoral ministry, Descheneau isn’t your typical Twitch streamer. He spent years in traditional church roles before recognizing that many people — especially those who feel lost, isolated, or disconnected — are more likely to be found in a Twitch chat than a church pew. He made the leap to full-time digital ministry, bringing his pastoral training into gaming spaces.
As XtianNinja, he creates live content on Twitch Monday through Thursday, 12–4 PM ET, engaging viewers with a mix of Bible discussions, hot-topic conversations, and interactive gaming. His streams blend theology, encouragement, and real talk on faith, mental health, and content creation — all wrapped in his signature red-hoodie ninja energy.
TACO: Training Christian Creators
Beyond streaming, Descheneau founded The Alliance for Creative Outreach (TACO) — a network and training hub for Christian content creators. TACO provides mentorship, training, and a thriving Discord community, equipping believers to share God’s love through digital media.
He is also the author of The Art of Digital Influence, a practical guide to faith-based online impact that draws from his years of experience navigating the intersection of ministry and digital content creation.
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