Pastoral Team
Rev. Gene Tempelmeyer, B.Th., B.A., M.A
Lead Pastor
Gene began his ministry at Spring Garden Church in December, 2002. He grew up in Tennessee, but is now an ardent Canadian. Gene and his wife, Debbie, have two adult children, Mike and Andrea. Some of his interests outside the church include reading mysteries, making and listening to music (he plays guitar and saxophone), and painting. Gene has served as pastor to several Baptist churches in Ontario since 1977, and loves being a pastor. genetemp@springgardenchurch.ca 416.223.4593 Ext 222
Rev. Greg Kay B.Re., M.Div
Worship and Mission Pastor
Greg was born in North York, the son of Vern and Kathy Kay and brother of Glenn. Greg, his wife, Monica, and daughters Chloe and Neve live in North York. He graduated in 1997 from OBC (now Tyndale College) with a Bachelor of Religious Education and from Tyndale Seminary in 2009 with a Masters of Divinity. He also studied Jazz Performance and Arranging at Humber College, graduating in 2001.
gregkay@springgardenchurch.ca 416.223.4593 Ext 224
Rev. Sam Lee M.Div
Pastor of Discipleship Ministries
Sam Lee was born in Seoul, South Korea and immigrated to Toronto in 1987. He has lived all over the city of Toronto and calls this city his home. Sam and his wife, Jin, have three children Taylor, Toby and Olive. He graduated from Tyndale College & Seminary in 2002 with a Bachelor of Religious Education and received his Masters of Divinity at Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. Sam loves sports (especially basketball), technology, spending time with his family and seeing people live out what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. samlee@springgardenchurch.ca 416.223.4593 Ext 227
Jeremy Ranasinghe B.A.Th
Discipleship Ministry Assistant
Jeremy was born and raised in the GTA. He started at Spring Garden serving as the youth intern while studying at Tyndale University/College and Seminary, however, was later brought on staff as the Discipleship Ministry Assistant. Jeremy recently graduated from Tyndale with a B.A in Biblical studies and Theology. He is continuing to learn more about Christ by completing his MDiv while also serving at Spring Garden. Jeremy enjoys, cooking, music and superheroes and spending time with his wife.
Jeremy can be reached by email at jeremy@springgardenchurch.ca or 416-223-4593 Ext 223.
Deacons Team
Top Row (Left to Right)
Gonzalo Librado - Adult Ministries
Adora Chui - Children Ministries
Lesley Daniels - Mission and Worship
Peggy Moore - Membership, Property
Bottom Row (Left to Right)
Esther Penner - Community Life
Doug Willson - Pastoral Care, Board Secretary
Sam Chaise
Shannon Loewen
Joanne Laing
Elders Team
Top Row (Left to Right)
Corinne Sutton-Smith
Cindie Chaise
Darlene Boyd
Barrie Porter
Bottom Rom (Left to Right)
Cheryl Chapman
Joanna James
Garth Barron
Brad Sider