SKMB Staff
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Rev. Philip A. Gunther - Director of Ministry
Gunther began his role as Director of Ministry October 2016. He has served in a lead pastor role for 25 years and participated in SKMB governance ministry as Executive Secretary, Assistant Moderator and Moderator. Gunther is a graduate of University of the Fraser Valley, Columbia Bible College, Trinity Western University, Eastern Mennonite Seminary and Canadian Theological Seminary.
Contact: phil@skmb.ca
Heather Filazek - Website and Communique Administrator
Heather began her role with SKMB September 2017. She assists with keeping the SKMB website up to date, updating church and leadership e-mail addresses and sending out the bi-monthly newsletter.
Contact: office@skmb.ca
New Leadership Development Coach - Dr. David Simpson
Dr. David Simpson is a pastor, certified executive coach, published author, and former faculty member of Briercrest College, with over 40 years of ministry experience, including serving on staff at Parliament Community Church for the past three years.
Contact: david@skmb.ca
Recent News
Apr 1, 2026
General
Grasshopper Mentality
Never let life’s giants become greater than God.
Too often, we cause our own downfall. More often than not, we are the architects of our own demise. The path to victory is before us, but how often do we choose a lesser one?
Apr 1, 2026
General
Jesus’ Name Was Lifted High
Assembly 2026 was an inspirational rally to mission for the Saskatchewan M.B. Conference. Some 175 event participants enjoyed a Friday banquet and program and then a full day of worship, connecting breakouts, communion and AGM.

Rev. Philip A. Gunther - Director of Ministry
Aaron Hepting - Media Communications
New Leadership Development Coach - Dr. David Simpson