Our Ministry Journey
Our Ministry Journey
Throughout our journey, Diana and I have had the privilege of serving Jesus and His Church in different communities and seasons of life. Each opportunity has brought new experiences, relationships, challenges, and lessons that have helped shape who we are today.
While the churches and responsibilities have changed over the years, our desire has remained the same: to faithfully follow God's leading, invest in people, and serve wherever He has called us.
Lead Pastor | Port Perry, Ontario
July 2025 to Present
In July 2025, God opened the door for our family to begin a new chapter at Emmanuel Community Church. I have the privilege of serving as Lead Pastor, while Diana serves as Family Ministries Director.
My responsibilities include biblical preaching and teaching, pastoral care, developing ministry leaders, and working collaboratively with the church board and staff. This season has also involved strengthening church administration, supporting long term planning, encouraging discipleship, and developing opportunities for Emmanuel to serve the surrounding community.
Our desire is to see Emmanuel continue growing as a healthy, Christ centred church where people can love God, build one another up, and serve their community.
Lead Pastor | Hanover, Ontario
June 2020 to October 2024
Serving at Hope Community Church was an important chapter in our journey. As Lead Pastor, I had the opportunity to provide spiritual leadership, preach and teach Scripture, offer pastoral care, and work closely with the church board and ministry teams.
A significant part of this role involved strengthening leadership structures, developing ministry opportunities, and helping individuals discover and use their gifts. We also placed a strong emphasis on community engagement through children's camps, family events, local partnerships, and missions support.
This season provided valuable experience in church governance, staff leadership, ministry planning, and navigating the opportunities and challenges of leading a local congregation.
Student Ministries Pastor | Aurora, Ontario
March 2018 to June 2020
At Aurora Cornerstone Church, my primary responsibilities centred on youth discipleship, leadership development, and building meaningful relationships with students and their families.
I developed and led weekly youth programs, connected with local schools and community initiatives, and mentored young people in their faith. I also served alongside the worship ministry, assisting with team development, technical systems, and ministry coordination.
Working alongside the Lead Pastor provided additional opportunities to participate in church administration, budgeting, and the development of ministry programs.
Assistant Pastor, Youth and Worship | Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec
October 2013 to March 2018
Dorion Evangelical Church was where I began serving in a formal pastoral position, with responsibilities primarily focused on youth and worship ministries.
During this time, I had the opportunity to preach and teach, lead prayer gatherings and Bible studies, develop worship and youth teams, and help facilitate marriage seminars and other discipleship opportunities.
I also participated in church administration, financial planning, and a significant building project. These experiences provided an important foundation for understanding the spiritual and organizational responsibilities involved in serving a local church.
Foundations in Service
Long before entering formal pastoral leadership, serving in the local church was an important part of my life.
Through The City Church in Toronto and New Life Community Church in Brampton, I had opportunities to serve in worship, youth leadership, administration, and other volunteer responsibilities. I also served in a mentorship role at Faith Christian Academy.
These early experiences helped develop a heart for serving others and reinforced the importance of faithfulness, teamwork, and investing in the next generation.
Professional Experience
My experience extends beyond pastoral leadership. Before and during my early years in ministry, I worked in manufacturing, automotive sales, warehouse management, and church administration.
These roles provided practical experience in customer service, staff supervision, financial responsibility, organizational planning, problem solving, and communication.
I believe this professional background has been valuable in pastoral leadership, particularly when working with church boards, overseeing ministry operations, developing teams, and stewarding the resources entrusted to the Church.
Education and Credentials
Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
Credentialed Minister since 2013.
Master's College & Seminary
Church Leadership Certificate, with studies completed between 2017 and 2022.
Global University
Ministerial credential studies completed between 2012 and 2016.
Looking back, I am grateful for every opportunity God has provided to serve His Church. Each season has brought lessons that continue to shape my understanding of leadership, discipleship, and faithful service.
As our family continues serving at Emmanuel Community Church, we look forward to all that God has planned for the years ahead.