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Pastor

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Steph Chandler Burns
steph@pastorsinexile.org

Steph (they/them) is excited to continue working with PiE in this new way. They have previously supported PiE through Queerly Christian and serving on the board. Steph has been pastoring in Waterloo Region for the past few years and loves learning together about God’s love for the community and the world.

Steph lives in Kitchener on the Haldimand Tract, land traditionally cared for by the Anishnaabe, Haudenosaunee and Neutral peoples, with their partner, Greg and their cat, Lulu and many board games. 

 

Development and Communications Manager

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Becca Sawyer
becca@pastorsinexile.org

Becca (she/her) has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit world as a workshop facilitator, speaker, administrator, event planner, and community builder. Becca has a BA in international development studies & political economy from Trent University as well as an Masters of Theological Studies of Urban and International Development from Wycliffe College. Throughout her life she has found herself a part of Pentecostal, Anglican and Anabaptist spiritual communities. She is particularly passionate about 2SLGBTQ+ justice and is energized by the prophetic voice of the PiE community who are serving as an example for the broader church in radical hospitality. 

Becca lives with her partner, Mylo, in Oshawa. In addition to her work with PiE, Becca practices as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). In her free time, you can find her playing ukulele and with her family dog, Belly. 

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