Elders & Staff
Elders
WBC is lead by a plurality of Elders. The Elders are chosen based on the qualities listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. The Elders are responsible for the overall health and ministries of the church (Acts 20:17-38 and 1 Peter 5:1-11).
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Rich Devos is a Bovine Veterinarian and has his MSc in animal welfare and behaviour. Rich began serving as an elder in 2003. He and his wife Marilyn enjoy sailing and spending time with their four grown boys. As a leader, Rich's desire is for the people that call WBC home to Worship God with all their heart, soul and especially their mind.
John 10:10
Rich Devos
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Andreas comes from an international family. He is British and Swiss (to most people's surprise), but spent most of his life growing up in Germany. He also spent over 5 years living on a ship in various parts of the world, which is where he met his wife Val, a Canadian. In 2013 Andreas and Val moved from Germany to Canada. They currently live in Elmira with their three children Joshua, Nathan and Abigail.
After 7 years of working as a project manager for an automation company, Andreas felt called to join WBC full-time in 2020, where he is able to use his gifts of leadership and administration in his role as managing pastor.
Andreas loves good food, soccer (which he calls football) and witty humor. He likes to start his day with a cup of tea, calm music and the Bible.
Andreas Dimond
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Glenn Gingrich, who is recently retired from Elmira Truck Service, is our veteran elder, serving since September 1988. He enjoys spending time with his family and nine grandchildren who live as far away as Ottawa. Glenn and his wife Elaine get satisfaction out of gardening together, seeing Live Theatre and travelling through small towns in Ontario. Their greatest satisfaction is to witness passionate/spirit led worship at WBC.
Glenn Gingrich
Brad Martin
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Brad and his wife Lynne live in Floradale with two of their four adult children. With a special heart for youth, Brad has focussed much of his extra time serving and helping shape leaders in this ministry environment. He spends his work days as Regional Manager at Kindred Credit Union being available to support the community in personal and business finance. You will find Brad in his happy place if he is surrounded by family, youth, or any “adopted” grand-babies he can find.
Jeff Martin
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Jeff and his wife Amy live in Elmira with their three daughters. He desires to see our WBC children and youth grow in their knowledge, understanding and faith in God. Jeff enjoys his day job teaching high school students and when given the opportunity, enjoys a game of tennis, squash or hockey.
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Matt is excited to be a part of what God is doing at WBC. He believes there is no greater joy and no greater purpose than to simply serve the Lord wherever He leads. This belief has led him into ministry at WBC, as well as at Foundation Christian School where he serves as Headmaster. He has been involved in work and ministry in Ecuador and India, both places he and his wife Bethany love. Matt and Beth have three children, and live in Drayton. Besides living his boyhood dream of calling snow days and getting paid to go out for recess, Matt enjoys the great outdoors, watching baseball, and witnessing baptisms.
Matt Robinson
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Rick Shantz, along with his wife, Doreen and family, own and operate a dairy farm near Wallenstein. Rick loves spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and enjoys life on the farm, motor biking, hockey, a good game of tennis and a great cow show.
Rick Shantz
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Lewis is a husband to Jenna, and a father of three amazing kids, Wade, Mya and Clay. They live in Elmira and love spending time together camping and enjoying the outdoors. He enjoys playing sports and will take the opportunity to join in a game when we can. He works at Leroy’s Auto Care, where He is trained as a Technician. Above all, his greatest desire is for everyone to experience the life-changing joy and hope that comes from knowing Christ Jesus.
II Corinthians 12:9
Lewis Brubacher
Staff
The staff at WBC are responsible for the day to day operations of WBC. They work alongside the Elders. One of their main goals is to help all of the volunteers and enable them to serve with freedom and joy.
Andreas Dimond
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Andreas comes from an international family. He is British and Swiss (to most people's surprise), but spent most of his life growing up in Germany. He also spent over 5 years living on a ship in various parts of the world, which is where he met his wife Val, a Canadian. In 2013 Andreas and Val moved from Germany to Canada. They currently live in Elmira with their three children Joshua, Nathan and Abigail.
After 7 years of working as a project manager for an automation company, Andreas felt called to join WBC full-time in 2020, where he is able to use his gifts of leadership and administration in his role as managing pastor.
Andreas loves good food, soccer (which he calls football) and witty humor. He likes to start his day with a cup of tea, calm music and the Bible.
Melanie Ferrier
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Melanie has been involved in church care ministries since 2018. She first served as a care ministry volunteer at Woodside Bible Fellowship, moved on to become the Deacon of Care at Citizens Church Elmira, and is now honoured to be serving WBC as our Director of Congregational Care. She feels called to care for her brothers and sisters in God’s human family, and sees care as an integral part of building up the body of Christ. Melanie is a Registered Psychotherapist and holds a Master of Arts degree in Theology: Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy from Martin Luther University College.
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Nicole Harris
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Nicole and her family have recently started attending WBC and have felt so welcomed and thankful for the adjustment to this new church community! Over the course of their marriage, Mike and Nicole have moved a number of times for Mike's work and because of that have had the privilege of attending and serving in a number of churches. Through this, Nicole has developed a deep appreciation and love for the body of Christ and has a passion for helping people find a place of belonging, an area of service and a heart of unity within the Church.
Mike and Nicole have 3 daughters and together they love to play games, go on bike rides, travel and go camping!
Nicole most enjoys hanging with friends and family, traveling, arts and crafts, good food and even more importantly, good coffee!
Exodus 15:1-7
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Shannon is thankful to be a part of the staff team of WBC. She loves God, His Word and the local church. She has a passion for discipleship and finds joy in helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus. She is pursuing a Masters of Theological Studies at Heritage College & Seminary. She loves travelling, hiking, digital scrapbooking and writing Bible studies. Shannon, her husband Kris, and their two teenaged children live in Elmira.
Shannon Leibold
Lynne Martin
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After spending many years involved in Women’s Ministry and more recently helping to develop the School of Discipleship at WBC, Lynne is excited to now serve on staff in this new role as Ministry Facilitator. She is here to provide feedback and assistance as we look to the future and seek ways to disciple our church family through mentoring, follow up, and whatever else might be needed.
Lynne has been married to her husband Brad for 30 years (!!) and is grateful for the solid faith-filled relationships they share with their 4 adult children. Lynne is also working on her Master's Degree at Heritage Seminary in a part-time capacity.
Philippians 1:9-11
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Rhoda grew up at Wallenstein and loves to serve the church family and community as Administrative Assistant. She is grateful for the 12 years she spent working at the Canadian head office of International Teams and more recently at Benton Street Baptist Church in Kitchener.
Rhoda Martin
Josh Pegg
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Josh lives in Alma and is a student at Wilfrid Laurier University in the BBA program. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping with friends and family. He also has a deep love for reading old books and studying both the Scriptures and Church History. Passionate about knowing the Scriptures, he is committed to teaching others that they may be instructed in what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man. He is excited to be able to serve at WBC!
Juli Voogd
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Juli has grown up at Wallenstein Bible Chapel and has a deep-rooted passion for ministry. With over 20 years of experience in children’s and youth ministry, her heart’s desire is to teach kids to love God and others while equipping families to grow in faith together at home. She is thrilled to join the team and build meaningful relationships within the community.
Juli lives in Elmira with her husband Dave and their 2 kids, Max and Evie, and loves nothing more than a good laugh, a warm cup of coffee and a big heartfelt hug! When she isn’t serving, you can find her cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs, cooking up something delicious, or enjoying quality time with her family and friends.
Proverbs 3:5-6
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Tammy has grown up at Wallenstein Bible Chapel and values the support, connection and love that comes from being a part of the family of believers.
She enjoys a good bible study, reading, biking, playing games, fitness, anything outside and chatting with people.
She looks forward to helping you feel welcome here at WBC and journeying with you as you get connected into our church family.
Tammy is married to Simon and they have 3 girls.Lamentations 3:22-25
Tammy Wagler
Denise Weber
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Denise graduated from Conestoga College in 1999 with a diploma in Early Childhood Education. She enjoys working with children and families at EarlyON Riverside. In her spare time Denise likes to sew, kayak and play games.