About Gateway
Discover what Gateway is all about
We exist to be a
Gateway for Encounters with God & Transformation in Christ, Partnering with God
as He transforms lives, renews minds, heals bodies, and works through people to change our city and the world
Since 1990, we’ve partnered with people as they encounter God and begin to grow in their faith in Edmonton. Through inspiring worship, powerful prayer, and practical messages, you’ll encounter God and experience transformation in your life as you discover who God created you to be.
Our Mission
Our Values
What We Believe
Our Vision
Our Team
Our Values
We are…
Welcoming
We strive to create a loving and compassionate environment where all are valued and supported
Empowering
We seek to empower people to be transformed into the person God created them to be, and discover their God-given calling for the benefit of others
Spirit-Led
Following the Holy Spirit is the heart of our ministry, daily lives, and work
Our Team
Darien Chaffart
Lead Pastor
Darien has been the Lead Pastor at Gateway Alliance Church since April 2022. After moving to Edmonton from Ontario in 2015, he has served at Gateway as the youth pastor and associate pastor, before being entrusted with Gateway by the former lead pastor, Martin Trench. Darien is passionate about helping people come into encounters with God, grow in their faith, and partnering with God as God moves powerfully in this generation. Darien and his wife, Kim, have been married since 2018 and live in Edmonton with their puppy, Charlie Brown.
Our Senior Leaders
Joy van de Ligt
Executive Pastor
Erika Noot
Worship Director
Our Ministry Team
Alex Noot
Production Director
Dee De Long
Kids Ministry Assistant
Emerald Wood
Youth Director
Greg Noel
Director of Connections & Young Adults
Kat Hertzog
Kids Pastor
Kim Chaffart
Communications Director
Russell Woodhouse
Facility Manager
Serena Klassen
Hospitality Director
Our Leadership
Gateway is governed by two key groups – the Board, and the Elders.
The Gateway Board serves as the overseers of the church that provide financial oversight, address concerns and needs, and deal with polity issues. They provide the necessary oversight to ensure we are healthy, good stewards of our finances, and pursuing the mission God has given us. Board members are appointed for election at the AGM.
Current Board Members: Darien Chaffart, Julie Keates, Junior Kayoka, Lonnie Hunter, Tara Noel, Joy Young
The Elders are a team of former pastors, lay pastors, and spiritually mature individuals that act as advisors on the needs and health of the church. They offer guidance and spiritual oversight for the church, while focusing on the overall spiritual health, vision, and well-being of our church. Each member of our Elders Team was chosen for their pastoral leadership, exemplary lifestyle, and willingness to serve.
Current Elders Team: Adela Tehusalawany, Alice Tieszen, Darien Chaffart, Dee De-Long, Jan Kopecky, Ken Tieszen, Melody Stewart, Michal Jenkinson, Rhonalee Corazza