Each Sabbath, we are thankful for Pastor David and his wife, Lerése. Come see what we’re talking about!
Pastor David Fitzcharles studied Theology at Helderberg College in South Africa, where he also met his wife, Lerése. They have two daughters, Hannah and Loreli, who keep life interesting, humbling, and occasionally loud. Pastor David has been in pastoral ministry since 2008 and still considers it a remarkable privilege to be invited into people’s lives at their most meaningful moments.
At the heart of his ministry is a deep desire to walk with people through real life, the kind that does not come with neat outlines or easy answers. He believes faith is not only practiced on Sabbath mornings but also tested and lived out in traffic, hospital rooms, family conversations, and the quiet moments when life refuses to behave.
He has a strong passion for pastoral care and is especially committed to a church culture that values growth over perfection. Pastor David believes Christianity is far more about direction than speed, and that progress, even slow progress, still counts. A lot.
He is deeply grateful for his family’s support in ministry and freely admits that none of this would work without their patience, encouragement, and grace. When he is not preaching or visiting, you will likely find him enjoying ice hockey, karate, reading, or disappearing down a historical rabbit hole that started with one innocent question.
Pastor David’s hope is to see the church grow deeper in faith and love, becoming a place where people are known, welcomed, and gently pointed toward Jesus. His door is always open, the kettle is usually on, and he looks forward to walking the journey of faith together.
