"It seems to me that our society is yearning for places of genuine welcome and acceptance. First Mennonite seeks to be such a place- for those who have never left and for those who are new to Canada and to Kitchener-Waterloo- in the name of the God who breaks down the walls that divide us."

Catherine began ministry at First Mennonite Church in 2005. Previously she had been the pastor at Rainham Mennonite Church, Selkirk, ON. After completing her BA degree at University of Waterloo, Catherine pursued studies in the Masters of Divinity program at Waterloo Lutheran Seminary, Waterloo ON and Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Elkhart, IN. She has served the Mennonite denomination in a number of ways as committee member and staff person.
Her gifts include teaching, preaching, planning and leading worship and working with children.

"May First Mennonite Church be a gracious and welcoming place for people of all ages and backgrounds, reaching out into the community to extend the welcome and presence of Jesus Christ."

Gary began ministry at First Mennonite in 2002 after teaching History at Montana State University. Earlier, he served as pastor in the Elmira and Hawkesville congregations. He completed studies at Queen's University, University of Waterloo, Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, and Wilfrid Laurier University. Gary also worked in Voluntary Service in Eureka, Illinois.
The gifts he brings include pastoral care, preaching and teaching.

"First Mennonite Church is a community of caring people who seek to offer and live the Good News of God's life-transforming love, and to minister to all human needs in Christ's name."