Diaconal Minister. Russell Mitchell-Walker This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  
Russell is a Diaconal Minister, which is a ministry in the United Church that focuses on Educational, Social, and Pastoral Ministry.  His ministry of over 25 years has had a wide variety of experiences, including much congregational ministry with children, youth and young adults, community development with youth in the community, church and on the street, and National Youth staff with the United Church.  He has been in Regina for 12 years and was in team ministry during that time at Sunset United Church.  Russell's family includes his husband Brian ( 25 years in 2013!), and their two sons, Tyler and Cody.  He has a passion for social justice and working for the inclusion of all in the church and society especially, children, youth, and LGBT folk.  A growing interest is understanding what it means to live out being an Intercultural church, honouring the stories and differences of all in the community.  Russell is also committed to exploring what it means to be church in today's society and looking at doing things differently to address the needs of those who see themselves as spiritual but not religious.

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Minister Emeritus. Rev. Ken Powers and his life partner, Mary Belle began attending Eastside after Ken's retirement from Ordered Ministry. Emerging as a gentle and visionary leader among the Eastside people, Ken was invited to be Minister Emeritus in 2005.

Minister of Christian Education. Jenni Krall was born and raised in the United Church and has broadened her faith experience by spending time in other denominations.  As a busy mom of four, we have watched her family grow over the years and await her return from maternity leave this August.  Jenni has been working 1/4 at the Centre since 2009. 

Eastside also employs Sunday School teachers who, with Jenni, create curriculum and lead Sunday morning children's programming. She can be reached by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

Office Manager. Diane Funk is the living link between Eastside's past and present. Diane was hired when Eastside was still a mission congregation and hers is the voice you will hear on the phone when you call. Diane can be found in the office four days a week and she can answer most of your questions. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

Pianists. Eastside has a number of exceptional musicians who bring unique gifts and distinct playing styles to their music ministry.  Cindy Haynes, Michelle Dickie and Josh Hendricksen are three of the people you will see regularly.  You may also notice Mark Pitman on the drum too.