Leaders

And I will give you shepherds after my own heart,
who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.

Jeremiah 3:15 (ESV)

Meet our Pastors.

Adam and Stephanie's passion is helping others experience, learn, share, and serve at our church. Together, they serve as the Senior Pastors of Lifepoint Church.


In addition to being involved in the preaching and teaching at Lifepoint, Adam frequently travels around the world preaching conferences and training leaders. Additionally, he's a podcast host! Adam's podcast, The Restorationist, aims to help listeners increase their capacity and become better leaders. He's a co-author of You(th) Ministry, a leadership book for youth workers and The Gospel, a Bible Study for new Christians. 


Together, they are the proud parents of Judah Harrison.

Meet our team.

  • Michael & Judy Shaw

    Bishop

    Michael and Judy Shaw serve as Bishop of Lifepoint after leading Lifepoint Church as Senior Pastor for the past 21 years.


    Pastor Shaw is an inspiring preacher and teacher. Every Sunday, he delivers a positive and encouraging message that calls Lifepoint to experience the greatness of Christ. Judy Shaw is both compassionate and hard-working. She loves making sure everyone at Lifepoint feels welcome and accepted.


    Michael and Judy have been married since 1983 and have two children: Adam and Ashley. They're proud to have both their children and their spouses involved in ministry at Lifepoint. The things that mean the most to Michael and Judy are family, church, friends and knowing God. They're also passionate about people, so make sure to introduce yourself!

  • Robert & Rachel Watson

    Discipleship Pastors

    Robert and Rachel feel the way to grow the church is to grow people. They make Lifepoint a welcoming place for everyone to learn God's teaching and become more like Jesus. They formerly served as Senior Pastors in North Bay.

  • Ashley & Daniel Phillips

    Youth Pastors

    As the pastors of Lifepoint Youth, Daniel and Ashley desire to see young people discover God’s plan for their lives. They each love connecting with young people and helping them find a place to serve in the kingdom of God.

  • Ernie & Lisa Murphy

    Music Director

    Lisa is a talented leader, musician, and songwriter. She is constantly pushing musical boundaries and steadily raising the bar for the music ministry. Lisa also serves as a mentortraining Lifepoint's musicians and worship leaders. Leading alongside her is her husband Ernie. Ernie serves as our main drummer, Member of our Board of Directors as well as assisting with the administration of the music team. 

  • Robert and Mary Jane Sorima

    Filipino Ministry Pastors

    Robert and Mary Jane believe Jesus is for everyone! Reaching into the diverse, multicultural community of Hamilton, they lead our growing Filipino ministry through hosting fun and food filled community gatherings, upbeat worship services and community outreach events. In addition they serve in multiple ministries from music to the Experience Team. Robert and Mary Jane LOVE people, they are warm, friendly and hospitable and we are blessed to have them on our team. 

  • Claudia Montan

    Spanish Ministry Pastor

    Pastor Claudia has served in various leadership roles at Lifepoint. Her latest leadership role is the most exciting. In 2023, Claudia launched our Spanish Ministry, and it is growing! Pastor Claudia is our resident polyglot, speaking four languages and is passionate about helping Spanish-speaking people in Hamilton experience the presence of God.