Meet the People Behind the Mission of LAAMB

Serving in Faith, Leading with Heart 

Our Lutheran and Anglican Ministry Team is the heartbeat of LAAMB. Guided by faith and dedicated to service, this passionate group of leaders supports our churches and communities across the Bruce Peninsula. Get to know the individuals who help us grow in spirit, connect in worship, and care for one another.

Lutheran and Anglican Ministry Team

Pastor Janaki Bandara

janakibandara@diohuron.org

Licensed Lay Readers

Bernadette Burton

Shirley Dimoff

Maria Kiernan-Smith

Brian Reis

Charlotte Ewbank

Parish Partnership Council

James (Jim) Blight
Warden

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Jamie Oliver
Warden

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Gail Ermel
Co-Chair

Marleen Ransom
Co-Chair

Charlotte Ewbank
Treasurer

Members

Jamie Oliver

email

Bernadette Burton

Lee Bartley

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Brian Reis

Wendy Reis

Rev’d Graham Bland
Chaplain

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Parish Office Coordinator

Satomi Currah

bruceparish@bmts.com
(519) 534-1604

Want to Learn More or Get Involved?

Our team is here to serve and support. If you’d like to learn more about our ministry or explore ways to participate, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’d love to hear from you!

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