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Our Staff

Say hello to the leadership team at East Coast Bible College

Meet our Staff

Say hello to the staff at East Coast Bible College. Got questions for the team? Contact us by clicking here.

Pastor Julia Benwell - College Director

Julia Benwell has been serving as one of the Pastors on staff at Rock Church Halifax since 1990. She is the children's pastor and currently directs Rock Kids at Rock Church, Tiny Treasures Nursery School, and East Coast Bible College. Her decision to commit her life to Christ as a young child greatly influenced her decision initially to work with children.   


Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from St. Mary’s University, a Bachelor of Education from Mount Saint Vincent University, a Bible School Diploma, Early Childhood Education, and a Masters of Theology from Acadia University. 


Julia’s heart is to see people of all ages discipled and trained in the things of God. Julia is married to Rick and they have three children, Marc Andrew, Christopher, and Anna.


Email: jbenwell@rockchurch.ca


Pastor Chris Ivany - College Professor

Major Terrance Hale - College Professor

Professor Jennifer Hale - College Professor

Jennifer has served in Christian ministry for more than 23 years, primarily in various roles with The Salvation Army. She is a graduate from Tyndale University. Jennifer loves to serve her local church and partner with God in his redemptive work in the world. Having completed the Arrow Leadership Program she has a deep desire to be led more by Jesus, lead more like Jesus, and lead more to Jesus.


Jennifer is married to Terence and they have two children, Micah and Leah. In their free time they are fitness enthusiasts and love to spend time outside.

Pastor Mike Poworoznyk - College Professor