Bethel Leadership - Staff & Council Bethel Leadership Staff, Elders, & Deacons Staff Cris Harper Lead Pastor Pastor Cris joined Bethel Community Church in February of 2020. He is married to Christy and has two young children, Ruth and Gabe... Read More Selikke Duthler Children's Ministry Director Selikke has been attending Bethel for most of her life and started volunteering in the Children’s ministry in her early teens. She joined the Bethel staff in 2021... Read More Jason Verveda Summer Intern Jason has been attending Bethel for his whole life and has served in various ways in the church over the years. Read More Cindy Harris Support Services Cindy is originally from Ontario and has lived in Edmonton since 1999. Through Bethel, she became a Christian in 2008 and was baptized in 2009... Read More Wendy Werkman Pastor of Congregational Care and Discipleship Wendy has been a member of Bethel since 2003. She brought her diversified work experience to Bethel and became the Administrator in August 2011. Wendy went to seminary and received an MDiv from Kairos University... Read More Camila Lazzarotto Youth Director Hi there! I’m Camila, the new Youth Director at Bethel Community Church. I’m from Brazil, happily married to Ed, and the proud mom of a sweet 7-year-old girl named Alice... Read More Rebecca Lendein Summer Intern Rebecca, also known as Becky, has been attending Bethel Church for her all the years of her life. She is one of the youth leaders in... Read More Tara Kilkenny Administrative Assistant Tara is the Administrative Assistant at Bethel Community Church. She has been part of Bethel for many years and is excited to share this role with Nicole... Read More Cathy Ferchau Pastor of Outreach and Missions Pastor Cathy has been a part of Bethel for almost twenty years, originally becoming connected through Dove Taekwondo. Cathy is passionate about prayer, building relationships, and pointing others to Jesus... Read More Lisa Vander Heide Worship Ministry Director Lisa has been attending Bethel for 42 years. She has been involved over the years as the coordinator of Oasis, a volunteer for children’s ministry, and a volunteer for summer camps... Read More Hilda Buisman Executive Administrator Hilda has been a member of Bethel Community Church since moving to Edmonton in 1985. She has worked as a trainer, manager, and director in the past... Read More Nicole Wildeboer Administrative Assistant Nicole is one of the Administrative Assistants at Bethel Community Church. She has been part of Bethel since 2008... Read More Council Governing Elders Ed Dening - Chair Ivan Mast - Vice Chair John Buisman - Clerk Arnold Groot John Lendein Glen Oosterhof Curt Rozendaal Shepherding Elders Peter Rietveld - Chair Kevin Magnes Jare Osho Jeannie Visser Deacons Helen Krol - Co-chair Ron Van Der Linden - Co-chair Doug Barr - Treasurer Jessica Kalf Shawn Meidl Jeff Van Niejenhuis Gary Simpson Rebecca Werkman Details about the expectations for each of our Council roles: here Bethel Statement of Faith for Staff, Ministry Leaders, and Council: here NOMINATIONS FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS: Each year, a number of these leaders finish their terms and need to be replaced. We ask you to prayerfully consider who would make good, Christ-centered leaders for the different roles on Council To nominate someone: We recommend that you talk with the person you are discerning nominating so you can confirm that they are able and willing to prayerfully consider serving on Council Please confirm they are a member of Bethel Community Church Please send us an email with their name to clerk@discoverbethel.com and a brief reason why you believe he or she is qualified to serve in this role If you have any questions about the nominations process and the expectations of these roles, please contact Arnold Groot (Governing Elder). Do you have any questions, concerns, or comments? You can contact our Governing Elders, Shepherding Elders, or Deacons directly by the email address shown below. Governing Elders - Governingelders@discoverbethel.com Shepherding Elders - ShepherdingElders@discoverbethel.com Deacons - Deacons@discoverbethel.com

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Serve with us at Bethel. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 1 Peter 4:10 PLAY YOUR ROLE: Information about Bethel's Ministries I Want To Serve At Bethel Children's Ministry Small Group Activities Leader Serve Children's Ministry Large Group Session Leader Serve Connection Ministry Coffee Fellowship Server Serve Connection Ministry Greeter Serve Connection Ministry Usher Serve Connection Ministry Welcome Desk Serve Prayer Ministry Post-service Prayer Servants Serve Prayer Ministry Inner Healing Prayer Ministry Serve Prayer Ministry Intercessors Serve Worship Ministry Production Technician Serve Worship Ministry Sound Technician Serve Worship Ministry Musicians Serve

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Acerca de Our Beliefs We believe that there is one God who eternally exists in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Matthew 3:16, 28:19; John 1:1-3, 1:14; Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 13:14 We believe that humans bear the image of God; yet, they are corrupted by sin—by both the sinful nature with which they are born and the ongoing sins they commit. Ephesians 2:1-3, 4:22; Titus 3:3 We believe that Jesus was born of the Virgin Mary and lived a sinless life. Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-38; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15; 1 Peter 2:22 We believe that He died an atoning death on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. Romans 3:25; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 10:14; 1 John 2:2, 4:10 We believe that He rose bodily from the grave. Romans 4:25; 1 Corinthians 15:16-20; 1 Peter 1:3-5 We believe that He has ascended to the right hand of God where he rules the world as our Lord and high priest. Matthew 28:18; Acts 1:9-11; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1:3, 4:14-16 We believe that Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead. Acts 10:42; Acts 17:31 We believe in the resurrection of the body which is a resurrection to eternal life for those who receive God’s offer of salvation in Christ and a resurrection to eternal condemnation for those who refuse it. Matthew 25:1-13; Matthew 25:31-46; Romans 2:12-16; 2 Thessalonians 1:6-10; We believe that salvation is by grace through faith alone. Romans 3:20; Galatians 3:10-11; Ephesians 2:8-9 We believe that salvation is through Jesus Christ alone. John 14:6; Acts 4:12 We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling Christians are enabled to live a godly life . John 3:5-6; Romans 6:4; Colossians 2:11-12 We believe that all who have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ are spiritually united as members of His body, the Church. John 10:14-16; Acts 20:28; Ephesians 4:1-6 We believe that the Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God and the only rule for faith and life. 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21

< Back Pastor of Congregational Care and Discipleship Wendy Werkman Wendy has been a member of Bethel since 2003. She brought her diversified work experience to Bethel and became the Administrator in August 2011. Wendy went to seminary and received an MDiv from Taylor Seminary, as well as completing the Ecclesiastical Program for Ministerial Candidates (EPMC) from Calvin Theological Seminary. In August 2022 , Wendy was installed as the Pastor of Congregational Care and Discipleship. Her passion is to see people become connected within the church family and grow deeper in their faith walk. When not at Bethel, you can find Wendy spending time with her husband, Melvin and their family, gardening, reading, enjoying walks or her new e-bike! Wendy@discoverbethel.com (780) 476-3762

Sign Up For A Prayer Time 24/7 Prayer started in 1999 with a simple student-led vigil, and now, almost three decades later, thousands of communities take part, and prayer is happening in churches and communities in over half the countries on earth. This year Bethel will be hosting 24/7 Prayer from September 6 until September 13. We will be joining believers across the globe during the Global Week of Prayer. Together, churches in nations around the world will be seeking God for spiritual renewal, praying for their communities, and interceding for every nation—that God's Kingdom would come and His will be done on earth as it is in heaven. What a beautiful reminder that while we serve in different places, we are one Church, united before one King. Whether you've prayed for an hour before or not, I encourage you to step into this opportunity. Time spent in God's presence has a way of renewing our hearts, aligning us with His purposes, and reminding us that the work of His Kingdom begins in prayer. Many who have participated before have been surprised by how quickly the hour passes—and how reluctant they are to leave. You're welcome to sign up to pray at Bethel or from home. The church will be open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m . We will also gather for a special Worship and Prayer Evening on Wednesday from 7:00–9:00 p.m. , and it would be a joy to worship and pray alongside you. If you're able, please consider taking an hour and adding your voice to this global chorus of prayer. Together, let's ask God to move powerfully in our churches, our city, our nation, and throughout the world. You can sign up for a prayer hour using the link here: 23 DAYS TO THE EVENT 24-7 Prayer This year Bethel will be hosting 24/7 Prayer from September 6 until September 13. Please click RSVP to learn more. Sign up for your one-hour prayer spot by clicking here. When Sep 06, 2026, 12:00 a.m. – Sep 13, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Where Bethel Community Church, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Register Now Prayer Gatherings Praying together as a church family is the body of Christ working together. It brings encouragement, repentance, edification, joy, and the feeling of love among believers. prayer meetings provide an opportunity to listen to scripture and pray for needs within the church family and our community. We encourage you to join us! Everyone is welcome. Bethel youth will be gathering together from 7:00-8:00pm this Friday May 17th to gather together in Prayer. Monday Evening: 7:00 - 8:30 pm Wednesday Morning - 6:30 - 8:30 am Wednesday September 9 - 7:00PM - 9:00 PM Prayer Resources 24-7 Prayer Resources 24-7 Prayer 5-Day Devotional

< Back Administrative Assistant Nicole Wildeboer Nicole is one of the Administrative Assistants at Bethel Community Church. She has been part of Bethel since 2008 and is happy for the opportunity to serve Bethel in this role. Nicole is a wife to Dan and a Mom to three wonderful kids! She enjoys a good laugh and spending time camping with her family. Info@discoverbethel.com elena@discoverbethel.com

< Back Summer Intern Jason Verveda Jason has been attending Bethel for his whole life and has served in various ways in the church over the years. Be it in security downstairs or helping with the many programs in Bethel, like VBS, PLOT, Youth, and many others. This fall he is starting at NAIT for Interior Design Technology. He is “looking forward to getting to know the people of Bethel better and growing in our walk with Jesus together, seeing where God is leading each of us.” jasonv@discoverbethel.com (780) 476-3762

The World In Crisis < Back Resources for our sermon series "The World In Crisis": Week One, November 5 - The Gift of Giving: “ God and Money ” (John Cortines, Gregory Baumer) Bible Project Interview with “God and Money” Authors - Link Generous Giving - Link Week Two, November 12 - Techni(wise): “Tech-wise Family” (Andy Crouch) - Link “Tech-wise Life” (Andy Crouch) - Link “The Life We’re Looking For: Reclaiming Relationship in a Technological World” (Andy Crouch) - Link Rightnow media study of “Tech-wise Family” - Link One Sec App Week Three, November 19 - Power for Good: “A Church Called Tov” (Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer) - Link Week Four, November 26 - Rest in a Crazy World: “Emotionally Healthy Spirituality” - Link “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” - Link Rightnow media study of “The Ruthless of Elimination of Hurry” - Link

< Back Youth Director Camila Lazzarotto Hi there! I’m Camila, the new Youth Director at Bethel Community Church. I’m from Brazil, happily married to Ed, and the proud mom of a sweet 7-year-old girl named Alice. I’ve been an educator for the past 19 years and have had the privilege of serving in various leadership roles throughout my journey. I love spending time with my family and friends and discovering fun, unique coffee spots around town. I also enjoy cooking and playing Uno with Alice. Camila@discoverbethel.com (780) 476-3762