Our Leadership Team

Josh & Erin Towns

Born and raised in Ontario, Pastor Josh was led by the Lord to serve in British Columbia after receiving his bachelor’s degree in Theology. Together, him and his wife moved across the country, and spent three years in Burnaby serving as an Assistant Pastor. Although it was a blessing to serve in another church, God eventually called him to become the Pastor of Lions Gate Baptist Church in 2012. From that time on, the Lord has allowed Pastor Joshua and his wife to serve faithfully in their ministry, both sharing a passionate love for God and the North Shore.

Together, they are dedicated in spending the rest of their lives witnessing to the hearts of North and West Vancouver. Currently, Joshua and Erin are proud to have four wonderful children and a new dog!

Immanuel & Danielle Navarro

Raised by missionary parents, Pastor Manny grew up knowing the Lord and began serving Him from a very young age. This love for serving God continued on as he went to Bible college, married his wife, and accepted the call to come on staff as our Assistant Pastor in 2018. Pastor Immanuel also serves as the music worship leader in our church, and uses his gift of playing the piano regularly.

Together, Immanuel and Danielle passionately serve the Lord and are proud parents to their beautiful sons, Leo and Asher.

Jakob & Dana Aquino

Originally from Ontario, Brother Jakob accepted Christ as His Saviour from a young age and began to serve Him at his local church. He graduated from Bible college, moved to BC, married his wife, and began to serve here at Lions Gate Baptist Church. Him and his wife serve in the youth ministry as the Youth Leaders, striving to encourage teens to love God. Brother Jakob is also serving in the tech ministry while his wife serves in the music ministry as a pianist.

Together, Jakob and Dana are devoted to seeking and following God’s will in their lives as they serve in North Vancouver.