Caleb + Telsey Friesen-
Pastors:
Caleb + Telsey have a passion to help people know God in an intimate/personal way and understand Him more deeply, believing that is what truly transforms people’s lives. They believe that is what will lead people to love God more than anything in this world, honour Him in every aspect of their lives, and inevitably bless those around them. Caleb came on as Senior Pastor of Lifetree Church in August 2018.
Contact Caleb: caleb@lifetree.ca
Bruce and Lorraine Friesen –
Founders
Bruce + Lorraine are the founders of Lifetree Centre. Their motivation is to see people established in their fullest and purest identities. They believe that once individuals discover their identities life will come not only to the person but to their families, their neighbourhoods, cities, and even their nations. Bruce has travelled internationally with this message.
Lucas Gonçalves-
Youth/Missions Pastor:
Lucas is passionate about connecting with people, guiding them in discipleship, and helping them discern their calling. He has been serving as the youth pastor at Lifetree since January 2019. Beginning in October 2023, Lucas, alongside his wife Kryssia Kosmos, has expanded his ministry to lead evening services for the Brazilian community.
Contact Lucas: lucas@lifetree.ca
Beth-Ann Knight-
Roots Director:
Beth-Ann is passionate about Jesus and seeing others grow in their relationship with Him believing that there is freedom and abundant joy when we walk in close communion with Him. As the Roots Children’s Ministry director, Beth-Ann has a desire to see children learn about and experience the amazing love that Jesus has for them and watch them grow into their God given destinies.
Janiene Boice –
Community Engagement Pastor:
Janiene is deeply passionate about our community and has a genuine love for people. Her heart is focused on creating spaces where everyone can feel safe, experience Jesus, and truly be themselves. Whether she’s connecting with our church family or reaching out to the broader Brentwood community; her warmth, joy, and sense of fun shine through in everything she does, making sure that everyone feels valued, welcomed, and at home.
Starrla Webster-
Associated Youth Pastor
Starrla is our dedicated Associate Youth Pastor with a deep commitment to nurturing the spiritual growth of young people. With a passion for mentoring and discipleship, Starrla works closely with the lead youth pastor to develop and implement engaging programs that inspire and educate the youth.
Contact Starrla: starrla@lifetree.ca