Glenda is a pastor deeply committed to creating relationships and deepening connections at Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church. She believes in creating a space where everyone can feel that they are a child of God and will be treated that way. Glenda considers herself someone who revels in everyday theology. For example, where do we see God while we do laundry, wash dishes, take care of our families. How do the ancient scriptures remain relevant today? An ongoing question and learning process.
It is an honour to journey with older adults as they discover and rediscover spirituality later in life. Glenda is grateful for the opportunity to focus on older adults and provide pastoral care, meeting people and their families where they are on their spiritual, life and death journey. Glenda is quick to establish trust and connection with people to create a safe space especially in times of crisis.
Glenda is excited and proud to be part of a community that recognizes our responsibility to serve as stewards of the land and honour the original caretakers who came before us. Our community is enriched by the enduring knowledge and deep-rooted traditions of the diverse First Nations, Metis and Inuit in Kitchener today.
Glenda grew up in Waterloo, lives there with her partner Andrew, and their three children: Amelia, Thomas and Sara and their dog Piper. Glenda loves to spend time with family and friends. You can often find her out for a walk, grabbing a cup of coffee or relaxing with a favourite tv show and crochet hook in hand.
Email contact: glenda@stirlingmennonite.ca