Our Staff

  • Immanuel Archer

    Lead Pastor

    immanuel@longbranchbc.ca

    Pastor Immanuel was born and raised in Long Branch, growing up in a faith-filled family where his parents instilled values of righteousness, integrity, and self-discipline. He was baptized at 14 and actively served in the church ministries. Immanuel answered the call to ministry in 2019, serving in Youth, Young Adults, and Worship ministries during his internship. In 2024, after much prayer and consideration, he accepted the position of Lead Pastor at Long Branch Baptist Church.

    Immanuel earned a Bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies and English from the University of Toronto and a Master of Divinity from Tyndale Seminary. Immanuel and his wife, Cailie, live locally and are dedicated to serving God and the Long Branch community.

  • Olga Shevchenko

    Administration & Community Outreach

    admin@longbranchbc.ca

    Olga Shevchenko, nurtured in Ukraine, embraced Christ at 14 under her grandmother's influence. Bible Institute training in Kiev strengthened her devotion, aiding churches and missions as an interpreter. Settling in Canada, Long Branch Baptist Church became her spiritual haven. Committed to her faith, Olga counsels, aids the needy, and shares Christ's love. Embracing roles of daughter, sister, wife, and mother, she serves with unwavering devotion. Leading outreach and a clothing outlet, she treasures her church community's significance in her journey.

Our Elders’ Board

  • Colin Bannister

    Co-Chair Elder

  • Robert Miner

    Co-Chair Elder

  • Carl Lewis

    Elder

  • Noel Nicholson

    Elder

  • David Robinson

    Treasurer Elder

  • John Wright

    Elder

Our Deacons’ Board

  • Ben Chan

    Deacon

  • Linda Chan

    Deacon

  • Olga Shevchenko

    Deacon

  • Shona Wright

    Deacon