We are Markham Woods Church of Seventh-day Adventists, a community focused church organization that wants to help you get closer to Christ and live a life worth living.
What We Stand For
Markham Woods Church seeks to be a place of grace. It’s a family that welcomes home its prodigal children. It’s a safe house for the spiritually battered. A city of refuge for the condemned. A sheltered harbor. A rehabilitation facility for the despairing. A place where past errors are laid to rest, where hope is born and where new life begins.
Our Statement of Philosophy puts it this way:
Download PDF To learn more about the mission, philosophy and general goals of Markham Woods Church, please read our philosophy brochure: “A Good Family To Belong To.”“Our church family is not a fraternity for the perfect but a support group for those needing growth. Our goal is to accept people where they are on their spiritual journey, providing an environment where less-than-perfect people can be confident of love, acceptance and forgiveness in a spiritual family.”
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Ten Goals of the Markham Woods Church
- Provide worship experiences that glorify God and uplift the human spirit.
- Foster a sense of fellowship and belonging among members.
- Create an environment where diversity becomes a means of mutual enrichment rather than a barrier between individuals.
- Provide ministries for specific age, needs and interest groups within the congregation.
- Provide nurture through spiritual instruction and encouragement.
- Make training and outreach opportunities available to every member.
- Provide a wholistic outreach to the community.
- Ensure the financial viability of the Markham Woods Church.
- Support Christian education.
- Support the global mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Our Pastors
Rayshaun Williams
Pastor Rayshaun Williams brings a heart for family and children’s ministries to our church, providing leadership and spiritual guidance to families of all stages. As the Family Life and Children’s Ministry Pastor, Pastor Rayshaun works closely with the Family Life Committee and leads innovative initiatives such as podcasting and digital missions to reach the broader […]
Lawren Fogg
Pastor Lawren Fogg is dedicated to guiding and nurturing the spiritual growth of our church’s youth and young adults. As the leader of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, Pastor Lawren oversees a wide range of programs, including dynamic Youth and Young Adult Church services, Bible studies, socials, and outreach initiatives such as 407 Evangelism and […]
Doug Hardt
Pastor Doug serves as the senior pastor for Markham Woods. He grew up on the campuses of Adventist academies in Nebraska and Minnesota. After graduating from Maplewood Academy he attended Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska where he majored in religion. He sensed the calling to be a pastor when he was a junior in college. […]
Bonnie Quigley
Bonnie serves Markham Woods Church as musician and Worship Service Coordinator. She plays the organ, piano and clarinet, and accompanies and coordinates other musicians in service for God and our church. She believes in a wide variety of musical styles and genres for our worship services, to reach each person who attends our church. As […]
Our Staff
Lynette Frantz
Lynette Frantz serves as the dedicated Clerk of our church, ensuring the smooth administration of essential records and communications. Her responsibilities include maintaining accurate Church Board minutes, facilitating membership transfers, and confirming baptisms and dedications. Lynette also oversees the upkeep of the church directory, keeping it current to strengthen connections within our church family. Her […]
Jael Williams
Jael Williams serves as the Administrative Assistant, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective communication. She manages the church website, coordinates worship service participants, oversees Sabbath announcements, and responds to web inquiries. Jael also handles bulletin design, event rentals, calendar management, and building maintenance logistics. Additionally, she provides notary services and assists with special projects, supporting […]
Neil La Maison
As the Treasurer of Markham Woods Church, Neil La Maison diligently manages church finances, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources. He oversees payroll, including local hires and the AVS team, and facilitates financial operations such as event rental payments and disbursals. Neil plays an active role in key committees, including the Finance Committee, Church Board, Personnel […]