we are the student collective

Helping leaders disciple students:
Middle School, High School & Young Adults

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ENGAGE

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ELEVATE

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EXPERIENCE

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ENGAGE ✦ ELEVATE ✦ EXPERIENCE ✦

THE STUDENT COLLECTIVE

We exist to see a disciple-making youth ministry in every

church in the
Western Ontario District of the PAOC

PURPOSE

The Student Collective exists to fuel a movement of youth ministers who disciple students to multiply and become the next generation of church leaders.

VISION

The Student Collective's goal is for every WOD PAOC church to have disciple-making programs for students ages 10-25. 

VALUES 

  • We value the Spirit's empowerment to live on mission. 

  • We value equipping leaders to multiply.

  • We value longevity in ministry positions and locations. 

  • We value leaders being healthy

  • We value ministry innovation to reach those who are far from God.

MEET THE TEAM

Blair mercer

WOD YOUTH DIRECTOR

Blair has been in ministry for twenty-five years and has served in roles such as Youth Pastor, Church Planter, Section Pastor, Executive Pastor and Lead Pastor. Blair loves working with teams of people who want to make an eternal difference. He has worked alongside two Youth Directors, the District Executive, and the New Churches Network. He also led the WOD Creative Resource team. Blair and his wife Angela love spending time with their two amazing college-aged kids whenever they are home. As a family, they love music, snowboarding, baseball and motorcycles, travel and great food.

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NICOLE SWITZER

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT to THE STUDENT COLLECTIVE

Nicole has dedicated nearly two decades to shaping the next generation through youth ministry. Alongside her husband, Mike, and their two children, Nicole calls London, Ontario, home, where they serve at Royal View Church.

Nicole's journey in youth ministry is fueled by her genuine passion for making a positive impact on young lives through the teachings of Jesus and the transformative influence of the Holy Spirit. Her heart is deeply invested in creating a nurturing and empowering environment where young individuals can encounter faith, build meaningful connections, and experience life-changing moments.

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BY ALPHA

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We exist to see a disciple-making youth ministry in every church in the WOD of the PAOC.

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We exist to see a disciple-making youth ministry in every church in the WOD of the PAOC. ✦

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