Minister - Rev. Bryan Ransom
Rev. Bryan Ransom brings a variety of gifts to the life and ministry of Lansing United Church. Bryan’s commitment to ministry is unique, making the Christian way relevant to a world that often ignores a spiritually oriented direction.As a Doctoral Student he uses his learning to engage, support and encourage others in their exploration of who God is for them. You will find Bryan to be a sincere, hospitable, compassionate person who has a passion to be present for others no mater what their circumstances might be. His expression “My door is always open” is a testament to his approachability and availability. Do not hesitate to take Bryan up on his offer.
Staff Associate - Orville Green
A graduate of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity in 1996, Orville was appointed as Pastoral Care Director to Lansing in 1999, and became Staff Associate in 2005. Utilizing his excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, his main responsibilities include pastoral care to congregational members, especially seniors- visitation to the sick and shut-ins at home, hospital and institutions. He assists in other aspects of the ministry of the faith community as needed, including sharing of his musical skills by singing in the choir and occasionally playing the piano during Sunday Worship. For more information on Orville’s background and church life, please click here.
Music & Choir Director - Bill Estey
Born and raised in the Martimes, Bill comes from a family rich in faith and church life. His father and brother are both ministers and his mother an accomplished church organist. Church and church music have been a very important part of Bill's life. For over 40 years, he has been a director of music in various United Churches in Quebec and Ontario, and for the past 12 years, he has been the music and choir director at Lansing. He uses his passion of music to greatly enhance the Worship experience,by his spiritual playing of the church organ, his "tickling of the ivories" on the baby grand piano and leading the choir and congregation in spiritual music.