Our pastors and staff members serve our church body by providing spiritual leadership and support as they work alongside the congregation through the various ministries of our church. They are passionate about encouraging and equipping people, and it’s their absolute pleasure to see a person enter into an authentic and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

So take a moment to learn more about the individuals who make up our staff and leadership team. Each of their life stories is a unique testimony and contribution to the commitment of our church to reach our city, country and the entire world.

Robert Andrews

Youth & Student Ministries Pastor

As our Youth & Student Ministries Pastor, Robert is the newest addition to the East Gate Alliance team, having come on board in May 2024. Robert is a recent graduate of Tyndale University, completing his Bachelors in Biblical Studies and Theology in 2021, and expecting to complete his Masters of Divinity in 2024. Robert and his wife Naomi moved to Ottawa in 2024 when they felt God’s call to ministry at East Gate. Together, they…

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Rev. Bill Buitenwerf

Senior Pastor

Rev. Bill Buitenwerf is the Senior Pastor at East Gate Alliance Church, and the founder of the International Community of Alliance Churches. He is passionate about leading people into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, encouraging them to grow in faith, and equipping them to do the same. He is fully reliant on the Holy Spirit’s power for holiness. Key emphases of his ministry include evangelism, discipleship, leadership training, helping the world’s poor, and providing…

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Jennifer Buitenwerf

Office Administrator

Jennifer has been an involved member of our church since 1993. She joined our office staff in 2011 and enjoys the fellowship with the pastoral staff (especially the senior pastor). Born and raised in Kingston, Ontario, Jennifer attended Canadian Bible College (now Ambrose University) in 1984, where she met her husband Bill. They were married in 1986 and entered ministry a couple of weeks later in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. During their time in British…

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