About Our Team

Our Team

 

We have an incredible leadership team here at Emmanuel who would love to connect and get to know you. Click on any staff or elder photo to get in contact with them.  

We'd love to hear from you!

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Pastor Tim Hawman

Lead Pastor

Pastor Tim Hawman has been the lead pastor at Emmanuel since 2019. Prior to coming to Exeter, Pastor Tim served as a pastor in North Bay for 30 years.  He has been married for 36 years to his wife Lisa and they have two adult children, Ellie and Jordan. In his spare time, Tim loves to paint landscapes and hang out with his family. 

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Pastor Mitch Hogeveen

Associate Pastor

Pastor Mitch Hogeveen has been leading youth and young adult ministries at Emmanuel since 2023. He is married to Elisabeth and they have four children: Gracie, Ezra, Owen and Emma. He enjoys spending time outside with his family, from hiking to exploring small towns and going to the beach. 

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Krystle Zielman

Administrative Assistant
Worship Director

Born and raised in Huron County, Krystle is married to Gerard, and they have three children: Gavin, Grayson and Josie. Their family have attended Emmanuel since 2011. Krystle currently serves as Worship Director (2021) and Administrator (2023.) Some of Krystle’s pastimes include paddle boarding, shopping and baking. She can often be found at the beach soaking up the sun or reading. Her favourite book of the Bible is Ruth.

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Kelly Kinsman

Children's Ministry Assistant

Kelly is married to Luke and they have three children. Their family have attended Emmanuel since 2012. Kelly has served in children's ministry since 2019. She enjoys playing sports, games and baking. 

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James Brown

Elder, Chairman 

James works as a primary care pharmacist in Wingham, Ontario. He is married to Helen and they have one daughter, Karyssa. Their family started attending Emmanuel in 2021 where James has served on the Elder board since 2022. James enjoys spending his time reading, kayaking and kneeboarding at the beach.

"Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him; he has put him to grief; when his soul makes an offering for guilt, he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days; the will of the Lord shall prosper in his hand." Isaiah 53:10 

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Shawn Walker

Elder

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Steve Raterink

Elder

Steve works as a mechanic for Volkswagen. He is married to Aliesha and they have three children. Their family have been attending Emmanuel since 2021, where Steve has served on the elder board since 2024. Steve's interests include fixing and tinkering on cars as well as helping people go through life. His Old Testament hero is David.