OUR TEAM
Our Leaders
Jim DeMarsh
Lead Pastor/Elder
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Mary DeMarsh
Church Secretary
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
Matt Timpson
Elder & Administrator
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Tori Peetoom
Youth Director
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Mark Strickland
Associate Pastor
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Rachel Langford
Worship Pastor
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Regina Nakamura
Women's Ministry Leader
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Roy Sieben
Elder
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Jacob Currie
Head of Media
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Carolyn Kubas
Food For Life Director
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Dave Nelson
Elder
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Marylynne Sabbagh
Deacon
Bryan Mesquita
Deacon
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bill Kubas
Deacon
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Jim DeMarsh
Lead Pastor/Elder
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Mary DeMarsh
Church Secretary
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
Matt Timpson
Elder & Administrator
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Tori Peetoom
Youth Director
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Mark Strickland
Associate Pastor
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Rachel Langford
Worship Pastor
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Regina Nakamura
Women's Ministry Leader
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Roy Sieben
Elder
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Jacob Currie
Head of Media
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Carolyn Kubas
Food For Life Director
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Dave Nelson
Elder
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Marylynne Sabbagh
Deacon
Bryan Mesquita
Deacon
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bill Kubas
Deacon
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Jim DeMarsh
Lead Pastor/Elder
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Jim draws inspiration for his role from 1 Peter 5:2, “Shepherd the flock of God that is under your care.” He would say that he is privileged, along with his fellow elders to love, serve, lead, teach and protect the Milton Bible Church family. He loves serving with the incredible people God has gathered at our church.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"After 30 years I still enjoy the way MBC loves God, cares for each other, and serves our community. I enjoy experiencing the many cultures and languages at the church, we are rich."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"GENTLE AND LOWLY: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund and David Campbell’s, NO DIVING: 10 Ways to Avoid the Shallow End of Your Faith and Go Deeper into the Bible."
Mary DeMarsh
Church Secretary
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
As Church Secretary Mary assists with a variety of administrative duties. But the favourite part of her job is people! Mary loves people and is delighted to meet, greet and help in any way!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Since I've attended MBC for almost 30 years, it's hard to pick one favourite time or experience...there are so many! I have loved going on our Church Weekends Away. It's really special to hang out together and bond as a church family...baptisms, camp fires, good food, boat building, God moments...wonderful memories."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows"
Matt Timpson
Elder & Administrator
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Matt has been an elder at MBC for over 10 years, and for almost the last 5 of those years has been on staff as the administrator and head of pastoral care. He truly loves the people of Milton Bible Church and is honoured to be able to serve them in these areas.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I have always enjoyed the relational, family atmosphere of our church family. From connect groups, to our church-wide weekend away, to sports teams, we are a family on mission together and love being together!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I have really enjoyed "Good & Angry, Redeeming anger, irritation, complaining, and bitterness" by David Powlison."
Tori Peetoom
Youth Director
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Tori's role at MBC is running Christ-centred nights for youth at MBC and beyond. Tori loves building connections with youth by creating an inviting, fun, Christ-focused Friday night (even if she gets roasted in the process!!!), and Friday's are the highlight of Momentum Youth ministry!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
I have the pleasure of being raised at MBC so I have a vast amount of experiences to choose from. My favourite to date is celebrating my baptism with my church family. It was a party of dedicating my life to Christ and all He has done in my life. Nothing matches MBCs celebration of baptisms!
What is the best book you've read recently?
"No Diving: 10 ways to avoid the shallow end of your faith and go deeper into the Bible" by David Campbell (you might even get the pleasure of hearing him speak as a guest speaker at MBC)
Mark Strickland
Associate Pastor
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Mark works for MBC as an associate pastor. His role has him leading ministries such as PowerKidz and Media, preaching regularly, and helping strategize with Pastor Jim and the elders towards where God is leading us!
What is a favourite recent experience you've had at MBC?
"Many moons ago I was on staff at MBC as the youth pastor. We used to play a dodgeball-like game I taught the youth called "Three Step Kill". Coming back on staff 10 years later, I had a chance to check out a Momentum Youth Night. You'll never guess what game they were playing? Yup - Three Step Kill! It was a humbling reminder that what we do for Jesus matters and ripples on beyond us - even the fun stuff!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"Helpful - Getting Things Done by David Allen. Fun - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Oh, and of course The Bible, by God! :)"
Rachel Langford
Worship Pastor
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Rachel Langford is the pastor of Worship and Young Adults. In her role, she oversees the worship teams, leads worship frequently, and heads up the vocal ensemble and choirs. Rachel enjoys overseeing the Young Adults ministry and leading weekly Bible studies with them.
What is one of the best parts of your role at MBC?
"My favourite part of my role here at MBC is working with our amazing vocal ensembles and choirs! There is nothing better than hearing many voices come together as one and compliment each other in their harmonies so nicely. Our practices are filled with hard work but also building friendships and sharing laughs. My heart is always full after our rehearsals and worship times together."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't finish many books! So can I do another question? lol!!"
Regina Nakamura
Women's Ministry Leader
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Regina's role at MBC is Leader of the Ladies Ministry. She enjoys planning events that bring fellowship and knowledge of God to the ladies of our congregation and community. Creating meaningful relationships is her passion!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Our Annual Ladies Conference is the highlight of the year. Seeing women strengthen their faith is most encouraging."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I just finished reading “Worth Living- how Gods wild love for you makes you worthy. “ Amazing book about how much God truly loves his children and wants us to lean on Him."
Roy Sieben
Elder
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Roy oversees the connect group ministry. He loves seeing people getting to know each other + spending time in prayer, worship and the word on a regular basis.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"I always enjoyed my time on the greeting team at MBC, particularly connecting with new people as they become acquainted with our family of believers."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"On Writing by Steven King and Prayer by Philip Yancy"
Jacob Currie
Head of Media
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Jacob is in charge of our church's Media Ministry- that includes recording our online services, social media, and the site you're on right now!
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
What is the best book you've read recently?
Carolyn Kubas
Food For Life Director
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Carolyn coordinates a team of volunteers for the weekly Food for Life ministry at Milton Bible Church! We are blessed each week with food given to us that we are able to give away freely to those in need in our community.
What do you love about MBC?
"Our worship time on Sundays rock! They are using their amazing talents in praise....!"
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I start and stop many books...my most recent bible study 'The Purple Book' has been my focus :)"
Dave Nelson
Elder
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Dave has two main roles at MBC. He's been an audio technician for almost as many years as he's attended, but more recently has been heading up the dedicated team of audio techs. What he enjoys most about it is that he is able to bring his technical skills alongside the musical skill of the musicians, allowing the entire team to enhance the worship environment.
His other role is an elder. The best part of this role is the group he gets to work with. Each elder has different skills and abilities, but collectively see God's hand at work! Dave would say the whole group together is greater than the sum of the parts and he believes that’s the way that God likes to work – He adds to the group what we cannot bring as individuals.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"For me, my favourite experiences at MBC revolve around worship, so it’s hard to choose only one. But, if I had to choose only one favourite time at MBC, it would have to be a Friday night youth night that we had just after we moved into the Connect Centre. We had a large band, and big stage, lots of youth, and it was such an energized evening of worship. It was the type of evening that you wished that everyone who attended the church could have been there to experience! Those are my favourite experiences at MBC – when you don’t expect anything special and God shows up in a BIG way."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don’t get to read much, but the best book that I’ve recently read was ‘The Grave Robber’ by Mark Batterson. I’m sure that you don’t want a commentary on the book but …it’s about miracles. We all want to see miracles in our lives, but ironically we don’t want to be in a position that we need a miracle. One main point of the book was to seek after God, not after miracles, and often the miracles will follow."
Marylynne Sabbagh
Deacon
Bryan Mesquita
Deacon
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bryan is the deacon of building / facility maintenance. He works to maintain, repair, improve the physical building in a cost effective way! (Praise God for that!) Bryan loves that he is able to use the gifts that God has given him to keep the building in good condition while keeping costs low.
What is a favourite experience you've had at MBC?
"Being able to work at the church with my family has been a huge blessing, my wife and kids helped me build the fence at the front of the church. We were able to spend time working together and at the same time teach my kids how work with wood and the benefits of volunteering their time for others."
What is the best book you've read recently?
"I don't read many books but currently I am reading a book by Chris Hadfield called "An astronauts guide to life on earth" pretty good so far!"
Bill Kubas
Deacon
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Bill is a deacon at MBC who helps with contracts and work around the church.
Explain your favourite time or experience you've had in your time attending/working at MBC.
"I am a dedicated volunteer at our Food for Life ministry. In doing so, we are serving the Lord, my favourite part is our Christmas drive where we provide over 600 meals and supply gifts to families."
What is the best book you’ve read recently?
The books names is A walk in our cleats. NFL players as Christians
Staff Directory
Lead Pastor / Elder
Administrator / Elder
Connect Groups / Elder
Elder
Associate Pastor / PowerKidz
Youth Director
Worship Pastor / Young Adults
CHUCK MA
Head of Media
Women's Ministry Leader
Food For Life Director
Sports Ministry Leader