Our Ministers

Full Time Minister

Rev. James Ravenscroft, B.A., M.Div., M.A (he/him)

Born in the UK and raised in Ontario, Rev. James Ravenscroft has served in congregational ministry in many parts of Canada, including in Indigenous and rural communities in Northern Manitoba as well as in urban and suburban communities in both Alberta and Ontario, before relocating to St. John’s with his partner. With nearly thirty years of ministry experience, James has been active in worship leadership, including developing “fresh expressions” of worship, in social and ecological justice work, as well as in youth, family and seniors ministries. He is interested in nurturing inclusive communities for all, especially facilitating safe spaces for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. In addition to a Masters’ of Divinity degree, James holds a Masters Degree in Liturgical Studies and has taken courses in Faith Formation and Pastoral Care with Youth and Young Adults, a course in the Cree language, and is an accredited ministry education supervisor. In his spare time, James loves to garden and go hiking.

Minister Emeritus

Rev. Dr. Donovan Brown