Leadership
and Staff

Pastor Prince Okechukwu

My wife Dami and I are passionate about Jesus and dedicated to building His kingdom through prayer, evangelism, and community involvement. I have a strong love for God and a deep desire to see people accept Jesus into their lives. I believe in the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, which helps individuals experience inner renewal and empowers them to live fully for Jesus.

My passion and vision revolve around teaching and equipping God’s people with the Word of God, ensuring they remain spiritually vibrant and contextually relevant in their communities. I truly enjoy connecting with others and witnessing God’s faithfulness in their lives and experiences. It brings me joy to walk alongside God’s people, offering a listening ear and a discerning voice as we navigate life together.

I am an ordained minister with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC) and hold a Doctorate in Leadership from Tyndale University.

Pastor Michael Taylor

My purpose is to share God’s Word through the medium of music and art throughout the world. I want to help people worship Jesus Christ through an intimate relationship with God. I am excited about meeting new people and pointing them to Christ through music. My joy is to see others praising and worshiping God for who He is and for what He has done!

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”

Philippians 4:13 NIV

Pastor Darlene Simpson

God has given me a heart of love and compassion, and I am privileged to share God’s love and a word of encouragement as I visit with those who are sick or shut-in, or just need to have a friendly visit. We are called to be God’s hands and feet extended, and IEC is like a family should be – a warm, loving network of people who truly care about each other.

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

Ephesians 2:10 NIV

Sueann Green

My mission is simple: To make disciples! Throughout my life, I’ve seen the impact of being nurtured in faith—many here at IEC helped shape my foundation in Christ, and it’s this foundation that has kept me close to God right into my adult years. Now, I’m passionate about being there for young people, helping them choose Christ above all the distractions of this world.

I love teaching, and I love to laugh! I believe God has given me the right balance of patience, love, and creativity to connect with today’s younger generation. It’s truly a privilege to shepherd them in their walk with Christ.

As 1 Timothy 4:16 says: “Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.” This reminds me that the way I live and teach not only affects my own faith but can also shape the faith of others.

It’s not just about guiding youth today—it’s about setting them on a path that leads to a lifetime of following Christ. I am honoured to be part of that journey with them!

Pastor Oscar Gomez

I am a child of God, a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. By the grace of God, I have had the honour of serving as a pastor since 2022. I am deeply blessed with a wonderful family who not only shares a love for God but also serves Him faithfully alongside me in ministry, living out the promise found in Joshua 24:15: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

From the age of three, I was raised in a Pentecostal Christian home, and by fifteen, I began serving in the church as a guitarist. At eighteen, I took on the role of church treasurer, and by twenty, I became the youngest member of the church board.

Music has always played a significant role in my spiritual journey, but I sensed a deeper calling. This led me to dedicate myself more fully to ministry—volunteering, learning, and growing under the mentorship of seasoned pastors.

Over the past 33 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving in three different churches. Each chapter has reinforced the importance of building a strong spiritual foundation while remaining open to God’s direction. As 2 Corinthians 3:18 beautifully reminds us, “We are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory.”

Always expectant of what God has next.