Meet Our Staff!

  • Picture of Lead Pastor, Brent Coulter

    Brent Coulter

    Lead Pastor

    Pastor Brent joined the Pastoral Staff in 1994 upon graduating from Bible College, and served faithfully for many years as an associate Pastor under Pastors Earlby and Esther Coulter. He became the Lead Pastor at The City Church in November 2008. Brent is passionate and committed to see everyone live the abundant life that God has provided for them. His messages will inspire and challenge you to follow Jesus everyday.

  • Picture of Lead Pastor, Nicole Coulter

    Nicole Coulter

    Lead Pastor & Operations Consultant

    Originally from Arizona, Nicole graduated from Bible College in 1993 where she met and soon after, married Brent Coulter. Nicole loves being a Mom! Nicole has served and functioned in the leadership of Youth and Kids Ministries at The City Church. More recently she had oversight in the design and decoration of our new facility. Her current role is Operations consultant.

  • Picture of Pastors Emeritus, Earlby & Esther Coulter

    Earlby & Esther Coulter

    Pastor Emeritus

    Dr. Earlby Coulter & his wife, Esther, have over fifty years of experience in the ministry, and have been pastoring at The City Church since 1989. Earlby and Esther both graduated from Bible School in 1962, they were married and entered the ministry shortly thereafter. Pastor Coulter has three earned degrees, B.A., M.Div., and a Th.D. Dr. Coulter earned his degrees while working in various roles of full-time ministry.

  • Picture of Ellen Murga, Creative Arts & Young Adults Director

    Ellen Murga

    Worship & Young Adults Director

    ellen@thecitychurch.ca

    Elle has a diverse academic background, earning degrees from the University of Toronto, Niagara University, and Tyndale University, where she recently received a Master of Divinity. She is passionate about leading vibrant disciples in the local church. Alongside her husband, George, they oversee the Worship and Creative Arts and Young Adults Ministries at City Church.

  • Picture of Michael Letto, Student Ministries Director

    Michael Letto

    Youth Pastor

    michael@thecitychurch.ca

    Michael graduated from Humber College with a degree in Graphic Design. He has a passion for seeing students move closer to Jesus. Michael currently oversees our Junior High and Senior High programs throughout the week. He also creates graphics and edits videos for Sunday services and special events.

  • Picture of Isabel Opiniano, Operations & Events Director

    Isabel Opiniano

    Operations & Events Director

    isabel@thecitychurch.ca

    Isabel graduated from Hillsong College in 2020 and has an Advanced Diploma in Ministry. She has a passion for seeing people find hope and life in Christ. She currently oversees Operations and Events within the church.

  • Picture of Ruth Letto, City Kids Coordinator

    Ruth Letto

    City Kids Coordinator

    ruth@thecitychurch.ca

    Ruth graduated with a specialization in Social Work. She has a passion for seeing future generations move closer to Jesus. She manages and oversees our City Kids programs, ensuring we offer safe and engaging classes for children of all ages, and also partners with her husband, Michael, in running City Youth.

  • Picture of Avery Sweetman, Groups Coordinator & Administrative Assistant

    Avery Sweetman

    Connections & Groups Coordinator

    avery@thecitychurch.ca

    Avery graduated from Tyndale University and has a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology. She also has a Certificate IV in Ministry from Hillsong College. She has a passion for seeing people live full and vibrant lives in Christ-centered community. She currently oversees our City Groups and Young Adults programs while assisting with welcoming new attendees on Sundays.

  • Picture of Administrative Assistant, Shirley Cook

    Shirley Cook

    Administrative Assistant

    shirley@thecitychurch.ca

    Shirley graduated from Sheridan College’s Executive Secretarial Program in 1973 and joined our team in 1996. Since then, she has been faithfully managing and coordinating the office’s administrative needs.

  • Picture of Creative Team Lead, Kristine Lim

    Kristine Lim

    Creative Director

    kristine@thecitychurch.ca

    Kristine graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies. She has a passion for the creative arts, and seeing people experience God's love and kindness. She currently co-leads our Creative Team alongside Paris.

  • Picture of Creative Team Lead, Paris Coulter

    Paris Coulter

    Creative Director

    paris@thecitychurch.ca

    Paris graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and an Advanced Diploma in Ministry from Hillsong College. She loves all things worship and creative as it pertains to church life. She currently co-leads our Creative Team alongside Kristine.

  • Picture of Administrative Assistant Staff Member, Jayne Lawrence

    Jayne Lawrence

    Administrative Assistant

    jayne@thecitychurch.ca

    Jayne holds a Bachelor of Arts in Disability Studies from Toronto Metropolitan University and has experience as an Educational Assistant. She’s passionate about serving her community and now supports City Church by managing our day-to-day administrative needs with care and dedication.