Servants of Christ, companions on the journey
Our clergy, staff, and lay leaders share in guiding the life of the parish. Each brings different gifts — preaching, music, teaching, care, and administration — and all serve toward the same purpose: to help the community encounter Christ in worship and daily life.
Rev. Sarah Lehman brings 25 years in not-for-profit management as well as M.Div. studies at Vancouver School of Theology to her role at St. Catherine's. She has served at St. Saviour's (Barkerville), interned at St. John's (Squamish), and trained at Christ Church Cathedral. Influenced strongly by the liturgical innovation movement, she is eager to invite laity into leadership, believes firmly that worship is the common action of the whole Church, and seeks to open doors to transformative encounters with God. Raised in West Vancouver, she is both a pilgrim of the Camino Portugues and a former Jeopardy contestant: full of information and delighting in tackling big challenges!
Since joining St. Catherine’s in 2019, Natasha has been a welcoming and dependable presence in the parish office. Drawing on over 20 years of experience as a business owner in property management, she brings a wealth of knowledge, attention to detail, and a knack for finding solutions. She particularly enjoys working with the church’s rental programs and helping things run smoothly behind the scenes. In her spare time, Natasha enjoys painting and exploring her creative side.
Ashkon serves as St. Catherine’s Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator. He cares for our buildings and grounds, helping to create welcoming and well-maintained spaces for worship, community gatherings, and ministry. He also supports our Sunday livestream ministry and is often one of the friendly faces you will see around the church throughout the week. In his spare time, Ashkon enjoys gathering with friends for a good game of Dungeons & Dragons.
Kingsley (they/them) serves as St. Catherine’s Communication Specialist. Drawing on experience in communications, creative consulting, and community-based organizations, they enjoy helping tell the stories of parish life and creating welcoming pathways for people to connect with the church. Kingsley is currently studying at the Vancouver School of Theology and discerning a call to ordained ministry in the Diocese of New Westminster. Originally from Vancouver Island, they now live in Vancouver with their spouse, Skylar, and their dog, Winnie.
Shaunti Bains – Sunday School Teacher
Shaunti serves as a Sunday School teacher at St. Catherine’s. A graduate of the University of British Columbia with a degree in Biomedical Engineering, she first joined the parish staff as a summer maintenance assistant and is delighted to continue her involvement in the life of the parish. Shaunti is passionate about helping children grow in their love of God and neighbour through learning, creativity, and relationship.
Susana Wensley – Priest-in-Charge's Warden
Rhonda Garton – People’s Warden
Parish Council: Vivian McGie, Billy Garton, Elaine Van Horn, Tony Dodd, Elizabeth Barratt, Bob Paxton