LEADERSHIP
At Redemption, we believe that leadership is a shared venture. Principally, we believe the Bible teaches this; practically, we believe this is the route of wisdom (many hands make for light work). Along with the pastors, we have elders and deacons (1 Timothy 3:1-13).The elders nurture and equip Redemption members for the work of ministry by visiting, teaching, and preaching the Gospel. The deacons serve Redemption by ensuring that no one lives uncomforted under the pressure of sickness, loneliness, and poverty.
Our Pastors
Jake Torenvliet
Pastor Jake comes to Redemption from the West Coast of British Columbia. Jake and his wife Marietta got married in 2006 and have 5 wonderful children. Jake has earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of the Fraser Valley. In 2016 he graduated with a Master of Divinity degree from the Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary in Hamilton, Ontario. That same year he entered full-time pastoral ministry at Redemption Church, a place where he's excited to see how the gospel of grace is transforming the lives of individuals and their communities.
Kevin Wattel
Pastor Kevin grew up in Southwestern Ontario. In 2020, he married his wife, Josina, and God has since blessed them with two daughters. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Classics from the University of Western Ontario and, in 2024, graduated with a Master of Divinity from the Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary in Hamilton. In 2025, Kevin accepted the call to serve as co-pastor at Redemption Church. He is grateful for the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the congregation and looks forward with anticipation to all that God has in store.