Staff (T4’s)
Murray Dueck is the founder of Samuel’s Mantle Prophetic Training School, an organization that has trained thousands of people in learning to hear Gods’ voice through local classes, seminars, and online training. Murray is also the author of the books “If This Were a Dream What Would it Mean?”, Keepers of the Presence”, and “On Things Above”. He also wrote all the curriculum for Samuel’s Mantle. Recently he received his Master’s of Ministry from Christian Leadership University.
Paul Taylor brings over 30 years of pastoral ministry experience to the team of Samuel’s Mantle. He has a deep passion to hear and respond to the heart of The Lord. He loves to see others trained to understand “the whisper of the Spirit” and be transformed by The Spirits touch. Living in Abbotsford, Paul enjoys life with his wife Marilyn, their two children, three grandchildren and an occasional round of golf.
Trish Warren has been involved with Samuel’s Mantle since its inception in the year 2000. She joined Samuel’s Mantle staff in 2006. Trish’s passion in life is equipping and training, and her mission in life is to “inspire, empower and compel people to move into and do what they are passionate about””. Trish wears many hats in Samuel’s Mantle; she is Samuel’s Mantle’s Operations Manager, Marketing Director, and she also is in charge of Samuel’s Mantle’s Charity status, and does all the tax filing, registration for classes, etc. Occasionally you will see her teaching in a class or 2 on dreams (one of her favourite topics).
Volunteers
Luc Deschamps has been involved for many years with Samuel’s Mantle. He has many years of experience with church leadership and his passion is to see people lives transformed by the Father Heart of God. He was ordained as a priest with the Episcopal Church in 2006 and is presently on the teaching team of Friends Langley Vineyard and Samuel’s Mantle. This year Luc occasionally subs in for 1st, 2nd and Samuel’s Company. He is happily married to his lovely wife Pamela for 33 years and has 3 wonderful children.
Cheryl Harpestad has been involved with Samuel’s Mantle since 2006. She has served in various capacities over the years in the Church, and currently assists in coordinating Samuels Mantles’ special events. Cheryl has a deep passion for God’s people to experience His beautiful unending love and presence through a time of worship and reflection, which she leads out of her home, encouraging others to listen for His still small voice. Cheryl’s heart is to impart the presence and love of God into any situation prayerfully and prophetically with the aim in setting His people free.
Eric Janzen lives in Abbotsford, British Columbia with his wife and daughters. He has helped to lead a church, been a worship leader, and enjoys teaching others about who God is. He is the author of a small book called, “A Handbook for Burden Bearers” which provides helpful insight for those who are spiritually sensitive. He is also the author of: The Dreamtrekker Journals Trilogy, which are for fun…because that’s important as well. He has been learning to hear the voice of Jesus since he was a child and looks forward to learning more.
Alex & Nan Kee have enjoyed hosting Samuel’s Mantle in their home for the past 3 years. Our draw to Samuel’s Mantle is experiencing the Lord’s presence in a small group setting. Nan loves walking alongside people on their life’s journey to know Jesus intimate love for them. Nan continues to lead small groups in listening prayer with The Living Waters Ministry, an involvement extending over 18 years. Alex’s passion, besides jazz , is worshipping the Lord on his sax and asking the Lord for blessings for friends and family. Nan & Alex have been married forever and have 2 married sons. They have taken part in various mission trips and love praying for people.
Eric McCooeye has been involved with Samuel’s Mantle from it’s inception speaking into leadership, covering with prayer, and teaching on the resting place. Currently Eric is overseeing the prophetic outreach of Samuel’s Mantle into the community. Eric is in contact with various ministries and people looking for avenues to impact the region with the voice of the Lord and the heart of God.
Jon Paul Vooys is a musician, graphic artist and web designer. He is our web designer, and he keeps us up to date on the website with the technical / design side of things.
Bruce Warren is the Technical Producer for Samuel’s Mantle – you will find him at our events making the sounds sound amazing, and in our office – trouble shooting technical issues! He also helps keep the office from falling off the technological edge of the world. Bruce graduated with a B.A. in Sociology from The University of Western Ontario. He next spent a few years with Campus Crusade for Canada doing outreach and music events. Bruce lives in Chilliwack with his wife Trish, and 5 wonderful kids!
Sonya Yamanaka is Samuel’s Mantle’s official intercessor. Sonya often travels to different countries doing ministry and interceding for organizations. Her most recent trips have been to Japan and Israel. This year Sonya organizes and helps teach the youth in Samuel’s Mantle Teens.