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Merv Boschman has resigned as Director of Development for Columbia Bible College, effective June 30, completing five years of service. Previously he worked for two years in sales and promotion at Word Records (Canada), served as associate pastor for youth at Willingdon Church in Burnaby, B.C. for two years, was director of admissions and recruitment at Fresno Pacific College for three years, was church planter/senior pastor of Northview Community Church in Abbotsford, B.C. for six years, was associate pastor of Forest Grove Community Church in Saskatoon for four years, served for one year as interim executive director of evangelism for the Canadian MB Conference and was church planter/senior pastor of Fraser Heights Community Church in Surrey, B.C. for five years. He is a graduate of MB Bible Institute (now Columbia Bible College) and has a B.A. from Fresno Pacific College, an M.Min. from Associated Canadian Theological Schools and an M.A. from MB Biblical Seminary. He and his wife Carol have two grown sons. They are looking for God’s direction as to their future ministry.
Effective Oct. 14, Darren Duerksen joined MBMS International as half-time area director for the Pacific District of the United States, while he and wife Shahna also begin work as half-time Asian Indian resource missionaries. In their role as resource missionaries, the Duerksens will minister among Hindus and Sikhs in Canada and the United States (including establishing an outreach among the 70,000 Asian Indians in the Central Valley of California, who currently have no known Anabaptist/evangelical Christian church), encourage North American MB churches in their involvement with the India MB Conference, connect with former missionaries and other concerned individuals involved in ministry to India, and be MBMS International’s liaison to Mennonite Brethren churches in India. As area director for the Pacific District, Darren joins other area directors in Abbotsford, B.C., Winnipeg and Wichita, Kan. who work with MB pastors and congregations in defining mission vision and helping turn that vision into reality. Darren and Shahna spent a year studying and doing ministry in India 2001–2002. Darren is a 2002 graduate of MB Biblical Seminary in Fresno, Calif., and Shahna is currently working toward a Master of Arts in Intercultural Mission there.
Curtis Congo is completing his ministry Dec. 31 as six-tenths-time pastor of home ministries at Northview Community Church in Abbotsford, B.C. He began ministry at the church over six-and-a-half years ago as pastor of care and family ministries. He is also half-time associate professor of church ministries at Trinity Western Seminary, part of the Associated Canadian Theological Schools consortium in Langley, B.C., and teaches communications at Trinity Western University. He and his wife Joanne lead marriage enrichment seminars in various churches. He has a B.A. from Vancouver Bible College, an M.A. from Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, Calif. and an Ed.D. in adult education from Oregon State University. He has previously served as an associate pastor in churches in California, Washington and B.C., taught communications at Oregon State University and was professor of church ministries at Northwest Baptist Theological College and Seminary 1988–98. The Congos have two grown children, Tanya and Melissa. They are waiting on the Lord for direction for future ministry.
Jacques Charbonneau has been appointed half-time pastor of l’Église chrétienne de Saint-Jérôme (Que.). In 1983 he earned a diploma from Institut biblique Laval (now École de théologie évangélique de Montréal). In 1984 he served as associate pastor of l’Église chrétienne de Saint-Jérôme. After taking further studies, he returned to the church, where he has served as a layman in the areas of teaching and organization. In addition to his pastoral position, he has a part-time position teaching moral and religious studies at a school in Laval. He and his wife Louise have three children, Nathan, 16, Benjamin, 14, and Louise-Pier, 11.
Walter and Edith Wiens were installed as associate pastor couple at Clearbrook MB Church in Abbotsford, B.C. in the evening service on Oct. 13. B.C. MB Conference associate conference minister Bob Friesen led in the installation ceremony. Walter and Edith served as deacons at Richmond Bethel Church in Richmond, B.C. and as pastor couple for four years at Crestwood MB Church in Medicine Hat, Alta. Walter was chaplain for 14 years at Headingly Correctional Institute in Manitoba, and also served briefly as a hospital chaplain. Most recently he worked in a decorating and renovation business. They have two children, a son and a daughter, both of whom were married in August. Walter has Masters degrees in Theology from Regent College in Vancouver and MB Biblical Seminary in Fresno, Calif. Edith graduated from MB Bible Institute (now Columbia Bible College) in Abbotsford.
Hyde Creek Community Church in Port Coquitlam, B.C. has hired Joel Luyt as part time youth pastor. He is a fourth-year student at Columbia Bible College, completing a B.A. in Biblical Studies and two-year diplomas in Youth Ministry and Outdoor Recreation Leadership. He plans on finishing these eight years of schooling in five years; this youth pastor position fulfills part of his internship requirement at CBC. He will be mentored by senior pastor Ken Braun. Joel’s home town is Chatham, Ont.
Darren Petker began ministry Sept. 1 as part-time (15 hours a week) junior high intern pastor at Ross Road Community Church in Abbotsford, B.C. under the B.C. Pastoral Apprenticeship Program. Originally from Coaldale (Alta.) MB Church, he is a fourth year student at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford. He and his wife Judi were married this summer.
Mennonite and Brethren in Christ Resource Centre Board of Directors has announced that Sara Martin has been appointed manager. She replaces Anne Brubacher, who managed the Resource Centre for the past 18 years. The Centre is the audio-visual and print resource library of Mennonite conferences in Ontario, including the Ontario Conference of Mennonite Brethren.
Seven members were welcomed into the initial membership of Forest Grove (B.C.) Church by James Nikkel, executive director of the Board of Church on May 19, 2 by transfer, five by baptism. Becoming members were: Victor Stobbe (interim pastor) (t), Helen Stobbe (t), Rich Brown (b), Cindy Brown (b), Robin Suffill (b), Jason Selle (b) and Beverly Selle (b). Baptized July 7 was Francis Suffill and Aug. 4 was Joanna Towes.
The Board of Discipleship Ministries has accepted the resignation of Annie Brosseau as editor of Le Lien as of December 31. Brosseau has been the editor of the French Mennonite Brethren periodical for 13 years. The Board has appreciated Annie’s leadership in her role as editor; she has been willing to tackle difficult subjects, particularly in the areas of mental health and evangelism. Annie has been the fifth editor of Le Lien, and the Board, together with a nominations committee from the Quebec MB Conference, is looking for a new editor. – John Neufeld, chair, Board of Discipleship Ministries
Baptisms and new members
Note: Baptism photos appear in the paper version of the Herald but not in the online version.
Neighbourhood Church in Nanaimo, B.C., welcomed 2 new members, Joyce Janzen and Steve Dalton, by baptism on Oct. 27.
Glenbush (Sask.) MB Church welcomed 5 new members by baptism May 26. Pictured are (l-r) Andrew Harms, Kyla Pauls, Steven Funk, Amanda Pauls, Eric Klassen and pastor John D. Klassen.
Portage Ave. MB Church, Winnipeg, welcomed three new members March 31, 1 by baptism and 2 by confession of faith. Picture are (l-r) pastor Claude Pratte, Cheryl Penner (b), Tammy Robson (cf) and Krista Kramer (cf).
Christian Fellowship Church in Lanigan, Sask. welcomed 13 new members June 23, 6 by baptism and 7 by transfer. Pictured are (back, l-r) moderator Wayne Schmidt, pastor Steve White, pastor Keith Derksen, Ryan Melin (t), Derek Mann (b); (middle) LouAnn Weins (t), Marie Fick (t), Laura Melin (t), Maria Jackson (b), Wanda Schulze (b); (front) Dallas Mann (b), Brad Robinson (b), Lisa Robinson (t), Lois Lesvesque (t) and Brenda Simpson (b). Not pictured is Rod Lesvesque (t).
Philadelphia MB Church in Watrous, Sask. welcomed 7 new members by baptism June 2. Pictured are (back, l-r) Justin Hiebert, Jim Baumann, pastor Ryan Bushman, pastor Darren Holland, pastor LaVerne Jantz; (front) Angela Kornelsen, Erin Boehr, Tanya Bushman, Lana Bushman and Casadi Weber.
ÉGlise Chrétienne Évangélique de Sainte-Rose (Que.) welcomed seven new members in spring 2002 by baptism and transfer: Pictured are (back, l-r): Diane and Alain Després, Daniel Gamache, Vincent Gamache; (front) Manon Décarie, Catherine Després, Solange Gamache and Melodie Després.
Promontory Community Church in Chilliwack, B.C. welcomed 5 new members June 9 by baptism. Pictured are (l-r) pastor Brian Wiebe, Michael Hanninen, Deanna Thiessen, Jeremy Isaac, Dale Reinhardt and Cory Kornicki.
Eastview Community Church, Winnipeg, received 9 new members Nov. 3, 5 by baptism, 3 by transfer and 1 by confession of faith. Pictured are: (back, l-r) Ingrid Loewen (t), Dieter Loewen (t), Eric Friesen (t), pastor Steve Dick, pastor Lorne Pearson; (middle) Zachary Pearson (cf), Tony Mark (b), Wayne Bradley (b); (front) Adam Friesen, Raymond Friesen and Tracy Wazny.
South Point Community Church in Leamington, Ont. welcomed 5 new members by baptism June 23. Pictured are (l-r) Andy Disher, Kelly Bate, Connie Dunn, Sherry Travene, Doug Travene and pastor Brad Wilson.
Evergreen Heights Christian Fellowship in Simcoe, Ont., added 6 new members by baptism on Nov. 17. Pictured are (back, l-r) pastor Richard Martens, Carl Chilian, Jordan Varey (baptized, but not a member), Michelle Paquette; (front) Rickilee Mudford, Isabele Chilian and Jean Roberts. Inset is Terese Aldashti.
Richmond (B.C.) Bethel Church welcomed 3 new members by baptism July 28. Pictured are (l-r) pastor Brad Julihn, Mary Jane Bratt, Ryan Polinski and Pauline Imai.
Église Chrétienne de St-Jérôme (Que.) welcomed seven new members May 12, six by baptism and one by transfer. Pictured are (l-r): Philippe Saint-Amant (b), François Charron (t), Francis Desfossés (b), Dominique Denault (b), Rachel Sylvain (b), Gabriel Sylvain (b), François Ouellette (b) and pastor Jean-Calvin Kitata.
Willingdon Church, Burnaby, B.C., welcomed 18 new members Oct. 6, 12 by baptism and 6 by confession of faith. Pictured are (back, l-r) pastor Daryl Kroeker, Arthur Wong (cf), Rick Hiebert (b), Soonhae Chang (b), Jessica Liu (cf), Stuart Wang (b), Dongeun Kim (b), pastor John Jung, pastor Carlin Weinhauer; (front) Jamie Kwiatkowski (b), Darren Kwiatkowski (b), Jon Chul Chung (b), In Sook Lee (b), Chang Young Jung (b), Kyoung Ran Jung (b), Byungman Choi (cf), Sung Youn Kim (cf), Wendy Reddy (b), Jennifer Po (b). Not pictured are Michael Loewen (cf) and Cindy Loewen (cf).
Vineland (Ont.) MB Church welcomed 18 new members June 9, 8 by baptism, 2 by transfer and 8 by confession of faith. Pictured are (back, l-r) pastor Andrew Thiessen, Evan Taylor (b), Lauren Jeffries (b), Ellis Reimer (b), Ben Dyck (b), Ted Schellenberg (t), Doug Loney (cf), Jay Ballanger (cf), Jerry Tomlinson (cf), Don Dipper (cf), pastor Doug Schultz; (front) Megan Cairnie (b), Allyson Derreck (b), Robyn Thiessen (b), Beth Thiessen (b), Dianne Schellenberg (t), Karey Loney (cf), Susan Ballanger (cf), Marion Tomlinson (cf) and Audrey Dipper (cf).
Hyde Creek Community Church in Coquitlam, B.C., welcomed 7 new members on June 30, 6 by baptism and 1 by confession of faith. Pictured are (back, l-r) Brent Douglas (cf), Tara Fleming (b); (front) Alison Douglas (b), Alexis Douglas (b), Alana Douglas (b), Shaundra Onushko (b), Suzanne Windwick (b) and pastor Eugene Harder.
Portage Avenue MB Church in Winnipeg, welcomed 9 new members Oct. 13, 4 by baptism, 4 by transfer and 1 by confession of faith. Pictured are (back, l-r) Jon McInnis (t), Sue Harochaw (b), Jeff Harochaw (cf); (front) Paul Dubois (b), Angela Dubois (b), John Bergen (t), Shirley Bergen (t), Matthew Leach (b) and pastor Claude Pratte. Inset: Amber McInnis (t).
North Peace MB Church in Fort St. John, B.C., welcomed 11 new members in fall, 5 by baptism and 6 by confession of faith. Pictured are (back, l-r) Ken Wiens (cf), pastor Les Riediger, Dan Glover (cf); (middle) John Thiessen (b), Cheryl Pauls (cf), Randy Pauls (cf), Anita Braun (b); (front) Tina Thiessen (b), Richard Stobbe (b), Hazel Callison (cf), Lloyd Callison (cf) and Krystal Braun (b).
Gem (Alta.) MB Church welcomed 6 new members July 14, 5 by baptism and 1 by transfer. Pictured are Michelle Walde (b), Larissa Plett (b), pastor John Block, Bethany Griffith (b), Lorin Doerksen (b), Virginia Dyck (cf) and Debbie Plett (b).
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