GUEST SPEAKER

EMMA NARAYANAN

Emma is the co-Lead Pastor of Avant Life Church, which she planted in 2018 with her husband, Ben. She is passionate about leadership development, church planting, worship ministry and teaching the word. She loves encouraging people to step into the calling they have received with bold faith, spiritual authority and humble surrender to God.

WORSHIP

OVERFLOW HOUSE BAND

The Overflow House Band is a collaboration of regional Canadian talent. This is a group of musicians and worshipers from across Ontario, with a single focus on making the name of Jesus high and leading you into encounters with Jesus through worship.

pre show hosts

VANESSA KARUGU

Vanessa or “Mini-Van” is a fun-loving, outgoing friend to all. She has a passion for mental health and a heart for social service. She loves spreading God’s love in her community. Newly settled in Vaughan, she‘s excited about all the new opportunities the GTA has to offer. You can find her eating grapes, adventuring in nature, and watching nostalgic Disney channel shows. 

AYDEN CUKE

Ayden is a youth pastor at Alliston Pentecostal Church and an online student at Master’s College & Seminary. He is passionate about seeing the next generation invested in their relationships with Jesus. He loves playing drums, a good book or podcast, and going on spontaneous road trips (specifically for good food) with his wife, Christina.

WORKSHOPS

JON FERREIRA

Hey! I’m Jon—husband of 11 years, dad to two amazing kids, and part of the pastoral team at WillowdalePC in Toronto. I lead a passionate staff, help shape our church’s mission and vision, and serve as both a teaching pastor and mentor to our ministry coordinators.

Outside of church, I oversee YellowBrollyCo, helping businesses and nonprofits scale through strategy, HR, and marketing solutions. In my spare time, I collect vintage 80s/90s JDM cars, Star Wars memorabilia, and Pokémon TCG, while also playing Magic: The Gathering. I’m also an NBA salary cap enthusiast—June’s offseason is my favourite time of year! And no, I didn’t ChatGPT my bio. :)

LINDSAY FITCH

Lindsay is the Associate & Worship Pastor at North City Church in Vaughan ON, where she’s been on staff for 20 years. She was the Youth Pastor for 11 years, and since becoming the Associate Pastor, she has continued to mentor youth, youth leaders and youth pastors in Ontario. Lindsay has a deep passion for living with authentic faith, developing leaders, leading worship and leading herself. She loves doing anything outside, trying new food, travelling, shopping, drinking coffee, and consuming chocolate on a daily basis!

RUEBEN DEODHAR

Lead Pastor of Zoe Church in Mississauga. Reuben is married to Dora and they have 3 beautiful kids, Arabella, Mila and Lucas. He has been in ministry for over 12 years and has a passion for the lost, new believers and discipleship. Reuben has been a Children's Pastor, Youth Outreach Pastor and Youth Pastor prior to taking on the lead role, church planting 5 years ago. Reuben and Dora enjoy travelling, trying new foods, and making memories with their kids. 

DANIEL CLARKE

Daniel is the Lead Pastor of Calvary Church in North Bay, serving alongside his wife, Rachel. He is dedicated to fostering a healthy and thriving church community through leadership, teaching, and service. He is passionate about equipping and inspiring others to fulfill their God-given calling.

TYRONE DYCK

Tyrone is the College Ambassador at Horizon College and Seminary in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.  

As he felt called into ministry, Tyrone found that his role as an ambassador at Horizon need not be separate from being an ambassador of Jesus Christ. He loves to share about the love of Jesus out of his own testimony of the Holy Spirit working in his own life. As an extrovert, he also really enjoys the parts of his job that allow him to meet with students and pastors in Saskatoon’s vibin’ coffee shops.

To replenish himself on his time off, he enjoys reading, mountain biking, socializing, playing guitar, and making a quality cup of coffee.

LEVI CLATTENBURG

Levi works as the Worship Community Pastor at Lakemount Worship Centre. Along with his wife, Abby, they joyfully and passionately serve the Lord and His body. They have a passion to see people encounter the Presence and Glory of God.