Cathie is passionate about helping to deepen people’s spirituality and explore issues of social justice as related to faith. She is a trained Spiritual Director and a member of Spiritual Directors of Manitoba. Cathie’s family includes three young adult children and her cat, Pukana. Her interests outside the church are reading, swimming, biking, playing the ukulele, and spending time with family and friends. Cathie feels very privileged to share ministry with the people of Pembina Parish and looks forward to their continued journey together!
Staff
Laurie Wiebe Office Administrator Laurie is the Office Administrator for Pembina Parish. She grew up in Winnipeg, lived in the UK for 16 years and now lives in Darlingford. She likes to keep busy as she also serves as Administration Coordinator with the Pembina Hills Arts Council. Please feel free to stop by her office in St Paul's and say hi. |
Anne Bateman Choir Director Anne Bateman is the Choir Director at St. Paul's. Anne has been a professional musician and music teacher for over 30 years. She has a master's degree from the University of Victoria in voice performance and voice science. Anne also has a B. Music. in piano and composition and has played piano, flute and guitar for worship services. She welcomes all newcomers to the choir. |
Thongkhoune (Thong) Bouachanthala Janitor One of the most important things to Thong about his work as Janitor at St Paul’s is that he is able to help reduce disease and increase health and safety by cleaning the church building and clearing ice and snow. He also set ups and take down tables and chairs for meetings, gatherings and funerals He also enjoys helping people as needed. Thong appreciates the freedom and honesty of the government and people in Canada. |
Fay Carruthers Pianist For several decades Fay has been supporting worship at St. Paul’s United Church. She is the principal pianist for Sunday services and for funerals, and she is the accompanist for St. Paul’s Choir. Fay enjoys working collaboratively with the minister and choir director, as music ministry is integral to this congregation. After graduating from Brandon University with a Bachelor of Music (Education) degree, Fay focused on pre-school music programs and private piano teaching in both Morden and surrounding communities. She has always enjoyed accompanying, including soloists and community choirs. Faye and her husband are retired farmers, having produced grain crops and purebred cattle. |
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Leadership Team
Position |
Name |
Chair |
Brian Saunderson |
Vice Chair |
Leslie Bezte |
Secretary |
Leslie Bezte |
Treasurer |
Earl Gardiner |
Member |
Kathryn Luger |
Margot Craig |
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Esther Rothenburger |
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Ministry & Personnel Representative |
Karen Dyck / Mary Ann McElroy |
Minister |
Rev. Cathie Waldie |