The NCC Chaplaincy program serves Seniors in Residence at Newbrook Lodge, Orchard Manor, Sunrise Gardens and Brooks Long Term Care under a Joint Ministries Agreement between Lifetalk Counselling Services and the Newell Christian Community (EID Ministerial).

It is funded by small grants from Grasslands FCSS and United Way. The majority of our funding is through donations from churches, corporations and individuals. Donations to the Chaplaincy program can be made to Lifetalk Counselling Services - add a note to designate the donation for the Chaplaincy. Send to the address below.

Chaplains

Eileen Johnston was born in Ontario to Friesian immigrant dairy farmers. Her parents were dedicated to Christian education, and so she attended Timothy Christian School in Barrie Ontario. After public high school, she graduated from Calvin University in Michigan as an elementary teacher. After six years of teaching, and three sons later, she worked at Redeemer University for 20 years as Chaplain, Resident Director and Dean of Students. A highlight in those years was organizing and leading 20 mission trips with students. Her hobbies are too many to list since she loves people and life.

Joyce Roth was born and raised here in the Brooks area. Faith and family have always been an important part of her life. Shortly after high school, she was married. She has 4 daughters and enjoys 7 grandchildren! Joyce has been involved in various aspects of Pastoral Ministry for over 35 years including leading Bible studies, teaching, preaching and leading singing. She is an ordained minister. It is a great joy for her to be able to connect with and encourage the people around her. She also enjoys her plants, riding motorcycle with her husband and watching sports!