Our Staff
Harold Schlegel
Interim Pastor
Introducing our Interim Pastor:
Harold Schlegel is providing pastoral leadership while we search for a long-term pastor.
Harold loves interacting with people of all ages and diverse experiences. He has pastored congregations Ontario & Manitoba and has also served as a college chaplain and high school administrator. In his spare time Harold enjoys theatre, concerts, travel and exploring many points of interest in SW Ontario.
Harold brings a deep love for Jesus and a commitment to peace, justice and discipleship. He values each person’s unique story and has a joy-full approach to ministry.
Harold has been married to Elaine Erb for six years. Elaine has experience as a business owner, school board trustee and is a trained Spiritual Director. She finds deep joy in accompanying people as they walk with God in their daily lives. Together they have six adult children and five young grandchildren, all of whom live in Western Canada. They are always ready to show pictures and share a story or two. Harold & Elaine also own & operate Village Manor, a 33-unit apartment building for seniors in Tavistock ON, where they live.
Harold’s role at PMC is 65% FTE (about 26 hrs/wk). As part of his agreement with the PMC, Harold will preach twice, lead worship once and take one Sunday off each month. He will be in Preston on Wednesdays and Fridays, and some Tuesdays (when Fidelias meets). The rest of his time will be spent working remotely. He is also ‘on-call’ for crisis pastoral care. Please feel free to contact him to arrange an appointment or just stop by the church office to say ‘hi.’
Office Hours
Wed: 8:30-Noon
Fri: 8:30-Noon
*other times by chance or by arrangement
Contact Info:
pastor.prestonmc@gmail.com
519-653-5171 (office)
Elizabeth Wallman
Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth is happy to serve the church through her role as the Administrative Assistant. She has many years of experience in church administration through local churches as well as regional levels. Elizabeth shares her administrative position with Wanner MC on Beaverdale Road. In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys getting outside and seeing new places, playing piano or viola, as well as needlework projects.
Outside of the office, Elizabeth is very active in teaching dance to people of all ages. With over 100 students in the evenings Tuesday-Saturday, Elizabeth teaches classes in ballet, tap, acrobatics, and jazz. Elizabeth and her husband, Joel, recently celebrated their first anniversary. Elizabeth & Joel live in Ingersoll, ON, where they enjoy going biking and walking together. Elizabeth & Joel recently became members of Preston Mennonite Church, and very much value the warm hospitality, rich history, and deep faith that this church shares with the community.
Elizabeth's administrative role is shared with Wanner MC. On Tuesdays & Wednesdays, Elizabeth works from her home office. On Thursdays, Elizabeth works in the office at Wanner MC. On Fridays, Elizabeth works in the office at Preston MC. You are welcome to stop in at Preston Mennonite Church between 10am-2pm on Fridays, Elizabeth will be happy to assist you!
Office Hours:
Virtually on Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
In-Person Office Hours Friday: 10:00am-2:00pm
*other times by chance or by arrangement
Contact Info:
preston.mennonite.church@gmail.com
519-653-5171 (office)