Edwin R Rideout

In 1995 Edwin entered full-time pastoral ministry with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Newfoundland and Labrador (PAONL). He pastored with the PAONL for eleven years before joining the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada.

Before embracing full-time ministry, Edwin spent twelve years in managerial roles with an engineering firm and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. This extensive experience endowed him with a rich reservoir of leadership skills, which he now brings to his pastoral role.

Edwin’s educational journey is a testament to his commitment to the ministry. He earned a Bachelor of Theology from Masters College and Seminary in Toronto, Ontario, a Master of Divinity from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and a Master of Arts from Acadia University in Kentville, Nova Scotia. His scholarly background underscores his dedication to spiritual growth and leadership.

In September 2008, Edwin and Rhoda commenced their ministry at the Family Christian Centre (FCC), and under their guidance, the church has flourished and expanded significantly. They have both been the driving force behind visionary initiatives such as the Legacy Counselling Centre, the Wheaton-Penney Childcare Centre, and the Single Parent Mercy Ministry. These new ventures exemplify their commitment to nurturing strong and healthy families within the community.