Council

Our church Council is made up of Pastoral Shepherds (Elders) and Service Shepherds (Deacons). They are called to promote the health of Bridge of Hope’s body and ministry by engaging in discussion and discernment, while prayerfully deciding all matters involved in leading so that the mission and vision of the church move forward. They are called to encourage spiritual maturity, monitor the financial health and stewardship of the church, and serve as liaisons to teams, assuring that the team’s strategies clearly support our church’s vision.                 

 

 

Pastoral Shepherds (Elders)

Pastoral Shepherds’ work focuses on the spiritual health and care of God’s people, equipping believers to grow in a living faith by ensuring sound, Biblical teaching, personal and corporate discipleship, and pastoral care.

 

Sam & Gail Ashmore – Co-Pastors

Ellen Korver (Term: 2024-2027) - Clerk of Council

Daren Dieleman (Term: 2025-2028) - Chair of Council

Christina Postma (Term: 2025-2028) - Chair of Pastoral Shepherds

Angela Perigo (Term: 2026-2029)

Henry Vander Pol (Term: 2026-2029)

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Service Shepherds (Deacons)

Service Shepherds’ goal is to create a local church community that models God’s care for the church and community by being Christ’s hands and feet in all their work. Their primary focus is addressing the physical needs of the church and its people, and promoting financial stewardship within the church.

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Tom Coulander (Term: 2024-2027) - Building Liaison

Reggie Hostetler (Term: 2025-2028) - Chair of Service Shepherds; Vice-Chair of Council 

Brandon Huisman (Term: 2025-2028)

Jay Ouwinga (Term: 2026-2029)

Koty Vande Griend (Term: 2026-2029) - Treasurer

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Bridge Connection Groups

The body is divided alphabetically (by last names) into groups with an assigned Pastoral & Service Shepherd to offer care and support. The groups are as follows:

 

A-B: Angela Perigo and Reggie Hostetler

C-G: Christina Postma and Brandon Huisman

H-M: Daren Dieleman and Jay Ouwinga

N-T: Henry Vander Pol and Koty Vande Griend

U-Z: Ellen Korver and Tom Coulander

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If you wish to talk with a Pastoral Shepherd or a Service Shepherd, please fill out our Contact Us form.