Our overseers
Transitional Lead Pastor/
Overseer
I was born and raised in central British Columbia to first generation Christian parents. I am the third of four children. Through the example of my parents, I learned the significance of regular church attendance, participation in church activities, baptism, and the spiritual disciplines of giving, fasting, praying, evangelism, and more. I love the Word of God, and consider myself to be a student of the Bible.
I first came to understand what Jesus did for me in the summer of 1974. Even as a young child, I understood that I was a sinner and that Jesus, the Son of God, was willing to pay the penalty for my sins, through His death on a cross. With the help of my mother, I gave Jesus ownership of my life. I accepted His offer of salvation and I began to follow His directions in my life. I was obedient to His command to be baptised when I was 11 years old.
I attended Trinity Western University as well as Okanagan Bible College. I married my wife Elaine in 1991 and then I finished my BA in Biblical Studies at Providence College in 1994. I went on to seminary and graduated in 1999 with an MDiv. Degree. Since then, I have pastored 4 churches and preached sermons in many others. We have 4 sons, 1 daughter in-law, 2 grandchildren, and we actively foster children as well.
Pastor of Discipleship & Next Generation/
Overseer
Paul was born in Vanderhoof, BC into a Christian family. In 1999, Paul’s family moved to Swift Current, SK, which is mostly where he has lived since. Wanting to follow in his father’s footsteps of becoming a Pastor, and having a God-given desire to work in ministry, Paul went to Millar College of the Bible in Pambrun, SK, where he graduated in 2014 with his Bachelors of Biblical Studies.
Since Paul was a teenager, he has had a desire to work in Ministry in any way, shape, or form the Lord would have. His ministry at Restoration House involves working with the Youth and Young Adults in the congregation, holding events, Bible studies, and more. As well as organising the church’s Discipleship Groups and building up and training leaders within those groups.
When not at the church or church-related events, you will find Paul spending time with friends and/or family, playing board games, or relaxing at home and enjoying life.
Overseer
James was raised in a Christian home in Blumenort, 20 minutes south of Swift Current and came to a saving faith in Jesus at the age of 5 years old.
A missionary spoke at his church and he asked his mom to pray with him and she guided him on how to repent of his sins and ask Jesus to be his Saviour. He was baptised at the age of 16 and even though he was terrified to give his testimony in front of the church, what a blessing it was to share with them that Jesus was his Saviour and his strength.
James married Laurie 33 years ago and they have enjoyed being involved in different ministries in the church. They have worked in kids’ ministries, camps, led Bible studies, and James has served on worship teams and also as an Elder and Deacon.
James and Laurie have raised two kids, Tyler (25) who just got married to Julia last year and Gracie (23). They both attended Millar college at Sunnybrae in Salmon Arm, BC and are serving the Lord. What a blessing it is to have them all walking in the faith!