EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CCNL

Rev. Dr. Barry Slauenwhite has served 44 years in fulltime ministry – 8 years as lead pastor and 36 years with Compassion Canada. Barry is the Canadian director of Best Christian Workplaces working with ministries across Canada helping to equip and inspire Christian leaders to build an engaged, flourishing workplace. He is past chair of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities (CCCC) and the VIVA Network (Oxford, UK), and currently serves on the board of Teen Challenge Canada. Barry has worked with churches in 61 countries and has a passion for the local church’s impact and sustainability.. Barry understands the inner workings of the church and para-church and is committed to CCNL’s vision of “building relationships, leadership and bridges” within the London community. Barry and his wife Sharon have two daughters and two granddaughters and have made London their home for the past 40 years.

CCNL CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Garry is the Lead Pastor of Royal View Church where he has served for the past fifteen years. He is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario (1977); Central Pentecostal College, Saskatoon (1980); and Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon (1980). Garry was ordained with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada in 1982. He has served on numerous denominational boards and committees over the years, and presently serves on the Western Ontario District Executive of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. Garry has a passion for London, especially in the areas of prayer, outreach, and discipleship. Garry and his wife Judy have two married children; Andrew (Heather), Michael (Laura); and one daughter Laura (Doug ). Garry enjoys reading, golfing, and watching people. He loves life!

John came from South Korea to Canada in 1998, then moved to London to study Medical Biophysics at University of Western Ontario (2008). John attended Knox Seminary to receive an M.Div (2011). He later became an Associate Minister at Oakridge Presbyterian Church where he served until April 2018. John is married to Grace, and they have two children, Leo and Esther. The Parks felt a new calling to serve in the East of London area in a hope of seeing God’s Kingdom revealed in the city. He is also currently serving in various roles within his own denomination (The Presbyterian Church in Canada).

Carole has been the director of connections and local outreach at West Park church for the last 5 years. She loves meeting and connecting newcomers into life at West Park where they find a place to belong and grow. She is passionate about seeing West Park church play an active role in our community as we individually and corporately live out the commandment to love our neighbors as ourselves. Together with other churches in the northwest part of London and other community partners, they try to add value and find places where God is at work and join Him there.

Carole received her honors BA from the University of Waterloo in Social Development Studies, and has worked in a variety of fields encouraging, supporting and connecting children and adults. Carole and Alex have 4 grown children and she loves spending time with them, their spouses, friends and children. In her free time she enjoys walks, good coffee, books, exercise and family.

Pastor Tunde Olaniyi serves as the Pastor of RCCG Grace Assembly - a multicultural church in down town London Ontario. The church is located at 360 Adelaide street N London. Pastor Tunde is faithful and obedient in his relationship with Jesus Christ; He pastors with a passion and genuine love for people of all ages, with an attitude of versatility and sensitivity, and with a heart of compassion and genuine love for the community.

Pastor Tunde finds joy in helping all members of his congregation, old and new; find their place in the church and in the body of Christ. He was an accomplished banker with over fifteen year’s experience. He is a certified risk professional and life licensed advisor. Pastor Tunde holds an MBA from one of the prestigious universities in Nigeria and Holds a Post graduate Diploma in Theology from the Redeemed Christian Bible College. In leading the church, Pastor Tunde's earnest desire is to see people come to the saving grace of Jesus, to evangelize, to disciple people, and to edify the church. He is married to his loving wife- Fola and are they blessed with 4 wonderful children.

Nick was born in the Eastern European country of Bulgaria. At the age of two his family moved to South Africa where they lived for five years before coming to Canada in 2001. Nick attended high school and university in London, Ontario graduating with a Bsc in Nutrition and Dietetics (2016) and recently a Bsc in Nursing (2018). Currently, Nick works at the Children's Hospital in London as a pediatric nurse.

Nick has been involved with Open Door Christian Fellowship for the past 6 years helping lead the youth and young adults ministries along with his wife. Nick is passionate about seeing revival and transformation of cities and nations all over the world starting right here in London.

Sarah is a Pastor's daughter, whose first job was directing her church's children's ministry. She has extensive experience in community development having served as the Director for Community Development with London Middlesex Community Housing and as the Executive Director of Meals on Wheels London. Sarah was appointed Executive Director of Arkaid Mission on June 26, 2021. Sarah enjoys spending time with her four children.

Al grew up in Halifax, NS and pursued theological education in London. Spending a little over 30 years in ministry at local churches, in musical, creative, and leadership roles, he has recently completed an 11 year stint as the Executive Pastor at Forest City Community Church in London. Now, Al has launched, and leads The Advantage Mill, an endeavour to develop healthy leadership and culture in businesses, churches, and NGOs. With a view to aiding in the development of efforts for the Kingdom, Al looks forward to future contributions toward others’ success.

Al has been married to Marcy for over 30 years, and they have shared ministry together in musical roles. They have two grown daughters, one living in Wales, and the other studying at Western University. Al has played trumpet for over 40 years and is always available for a round of golf!