BEAUSEJOUR COMMUNITY CHURCH ELDERS:
Who are they, and what do they do?
“And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. As a fellow elder, this is my appeal to you: Care for the flock of God entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly, not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God. Don't lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your good example.” (1 Peter 5:1-3).
The elders assist the lead pastor in the pastoral care of the people. They are godly men and women, rich in love and life experiences. Although each one is unique, and their spiritual gifts are varied, they share a common care for the BCC family. Additionally, elders prayerfully work with the pastor to sense God’s direction and guidance for the congregation. Together they set the vision that will shape our ministry endeavours. Our elders are available to serve you. This dedicated group is called to care through prayer, counsel, teaching, and visitation. Don’t hesitate to contact them.
Elders are not elected or appointed but rather recognized. Elders are encouraged to pursue a lifestyle that is in keeping with the ethical and spiritual qualities found in 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1 and 1 Peter 5. If an individual senses that particular call on their lives and they are willing to live their lives in accordance with the verses outlined, as well as the established requirements of the leadership, they are presented to the church for affirmation and acknowledgement.
The pastor and elders of BCC want to submit to you Alvin and Zenda Rueckert. We ask you, the congregation at BCC, to consider this addition. If you have any thoughts/concerns please feel free to talk to Pastor Chris. There will be a two week time frame for your input. After that time if the leadership feels to proceed, we will bring them forward on a Sunday morning to be prayed for and released to this ministry.
THE CURRENT ELDERSHIP TEAM:
PASTOR CHRIS & LIZA JORDAN:
Pastor Chris and Liza have been partners in full time ministry together for over sixteen years. They were married in March of 1995, and have four children, Caleb, Tori, Austin and Hannah. Chris was born and raised in Saskatchewan, and became a Christian at the age of 18. In January 1992, he attended Christ for the Nations Bible College in Surrey, BC, and for four years, served as the youth pastor at Victory Christian Centre. He graduated from Pacific Life Bible College in April of 1999 with a bachelor of arts in Pastoral Leadership, and from 1997-2007, he and Liza served as the youth pastors at Bible Fellowship Church in Surrey, BC. Pastor Chris has been involved in many different ministries including youth ministry, children’s ministry, serving as an adjunct professor at Pacific Life Bible College; primary school chaplain at Regent Christian Academy; prayer minister at KCM Canada, and being the founder and director of the Revolution Master’s Commission in Surrey, BC. Liza grew up in a Christian home in Winnipeg and attended two years of Bible College at Springs of Living Water in 1989 before attending YWAM discipleship training school. After that, she worked for three years in the accounting department at Trinity Television in Winnipeg. She has been involved in youth and children’s ministry, provided leadership in women’s ministry, and Master’s Commission. Chris was installed as the lead pastor of Beausejour Community Church in January of 2007, and Liza serves as the administrative assistant for our church, and heads up the women’s ministry and children’s ministry at BCC.
COLIN & LAURA GRAVES:
Colin and Laura have been members of BCC for seven years. They have 3 children, Andrew, Madeline, and Sarah. Colin grew up in Carleton Place, Ontario. He became a Christian as a young boy. After studying for a few years at a university in Ottawa he moved to Vancouver, BC to attend Christ for the Nations Bible College. Upon graduating, Colin joined the staff of the college as the worship leader/music director. Colin currently works as a manager for TD Canada Trust in Winnipeg. Laura gave her heart to the Lord at a young age and was baptized when she was 12. She's a stay at home mom and loves being at home with her children. Colin currently serves on the church council, leads one of our worship teams and oversees our sound ministry. Laura has served in many areas of ministry at BCC including the worship team, youth and children's ministries, and women's ministry.
ANDY & TRACEY WURCH:
Andy and Tracey were both born and raised in the Beausejour area. They became Christians at a very young age while attending St. Ouens Pentecostal Church. They have been very involved in ministry over the past 30 years. Currently Andy works at Stone-N-Counters as a granite fabricator, and Tracey owns and manages Curves, a women’s only fitness center here in Beausejour. They have been married for over 25 years, and have four children, Jodi-Renee, Nicole, Brittany and Nathan and his wife Lindsey, and grand-daughter Reya Marie. Andy has taught Sunday School, been involved in worship, church choir, orchestra, youth, men’s ministry, prison ministry and preaching. Andy is involved in our children’s ministry and worship team at BCC, and has ministered the Word to the adult congregation on Sundays as well. Tracey has also taught Sunday School, been involved in the orchestra, choir, worship leading, youth, women’s ministry, prison ministry and also trained as a supervisor for St. Ouens Christian Academy. Tracey is currently involved as a member of the church council and is the leader of our PowerPoint ministry.
ADDING TO THE ELDERSHIP:
ALVIN & ZENDA RUECKERT:
Alvin was born and raised in a Christian home in Whitemouth, MB. He gave his life to the Lord at an early age, and had many struggles along the way. During his walk with the Lord he has served on church boards and taught adult Sunday school. Currently Alvin is involved on the church council at BCC, and occasionally ministers the Word on Sunday mornings. Alvin is currently employed with Husqvarna Canada as a Territory Manager. Zenda was born and raised on a small farm in Southeastern Saskatchewan. She came to know the Lord later in life and has sought his direction ever since. Zenda is currently employed by Health Canada as a TB case coordinator. She loves the Lord and wishes to continue serving the Lord in what ever way He chooses to use her. Since being married they have both recommitted their lives to the Lord and have been serving the Lord. Currently Alvin and Zenda are serving together by hosting and leading one of our weekly home groups. During the past year this home group explored marriage and the relationship between God, husband and wife. It has been wonderful to see God move in marriages and be glorified through the lives of people.
Blessings...
Pastor Chris Jordan
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