Meet Our Leaders
Mississauga Community Church has four pastors, otherwise known as officers, who are appointed to our church by The Salvation Army. Each of them bring a unique and valuable skill set and gift mix, and each of them lead a specific area of our ministry here at MCC.
Major Jeff Arkell
Pastor, Senior Leadership Team Leader
Major Graciela Arkell
Pastor, Congregational Ministries Director
Lieutenant Mirna Dirani
Pastor, Outreach & Evangelism Director
Lieutenant Tharwat Eskander
Pastor, Outreach & Evangelism Director
Our Senior Leadership Team
The Senior Leadership Team, made up of pastors, employees and volunteers, is responsible for the program and function of our church. They oversee congregational and community ministries as well as the operational matters of running a multi-site church.
Jeff Arkell - Pastor & Senior Leadership Team Leader
Graciela Arkell - Pastor & Congregational Ministries Director
Mirna Dirani - Pastor, Outreach & Evangelism Director - on leave
Tharwat Eskander - Pastor, Outreach & Evangelism Director - on leave
Doug Binner -
Director of Mission
Sheryl Slous - Weekend Experience Director
Joel Binner - Community Services Director
Sharon Brown
Business Manager
Our Mission & Vision Team
The Mission & Vision team sets vision and strategic direction for our church. They are members of our congregation who care deeply about the mission of the church and who hold the Senior Leadership team accountable for their goals and priorities.
Jeff Arkell - Chair
Doug Binner - Vice Chair
Michelle Anderson
Simon Gough
Kathleen Griffiths
Bibiana Moncaleano
Abigail Morson
John Stickland
Kevin Slous
Meet our Administrative Coordinator!
As MCC's Administrative Coordinator, Jennifer Olmstead plays a key role in keeping daily operations running smoothly. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to organization, she provides essential support across the team, ensuring that our church's needs are managed with efficiency and care. Jennifer is the go-to contact for scheduling, inquiries, and general administrative support, helping to create a seamless experience for our church!
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Meet our Cadet Intern!
This year MCC has become a training church and we are delighted to welcome Cadet Sandra Herrera to our ministry Team. Sandra will participate in mission and ministry at our church over the next two years as she develops both experience and leadership skills for her future ministry.
Key Responsibilities
Our Leadership Teams are fully committed to the health of our church. They contribute their time and talents to ensure that MCC is a church that deepens faith, builds community, strengthens family, encourages involvement, and loves our community in practical ways.
