INVITE AN OPEN DOORS SPEAKER
INVITE A SPEAKER
We are available to connect with you and your congregation in a variety of ways. We can arrange to have someone from Open Doors speak during a service (virtually or in-person), provide a short video message, set up a pre-recorded interview, or attend a mid-week prayer gathering. We can also provide short, yet challenging videos that you can share in your services or on your social media.
For more information including availability, please click here to send us an email.

Rev. Gary Stagg
Gary Stagg has been the Executive Director of Open Doors Canada since 2017. Gary’s passion for the plight of oppressed and marginalized Christians worldwide was first ignited during an investigative and life-changing missionary tour through a restricted nation. Since then, he has encouraged social justice, both as a mandate of faith and as an expression of Christian maturity.
Gary studied education and theology and has used that training in more than thirty years of full time ministry. Gary emphasizes the revitalization of Christian communities and the establishment of systems for assimilation and discipleship.
Gary studied education and theology and has used that training in more than thirty years of full time ministry. Gary emphasizes the revitalization of Christian communities and the establishment of systems for assimilation and discipleship.

Rev. Andrew Croft
Andrew Croft is the Communications and Relationship Manager at Open Doors Canada. In his role, Andrew has the privilege of speaking in churches across Canada about how the Canadian Church can support their brothers and sisters in Christ facing extreme religious persecution. He is passionate about strengthening our persecuted family and learning from their example.
Andrew lives in Mississauga, ON, with his wife Kate, and their three beautiful girls.
Andrew lives in Mississauga, ON, with his wife Kate, and their three beautiful girls.

Rev. Chris Chase
Chris Chase is the Strategic Engagement Lead at Open Doors Canada. He has been a pastor for 17 years, and has served in a variety of ministry roles, including as a member of the philanthropy team at World Vision Canada.
He hopes that men learn the meaning of meekness not being weakness but rather controlled strength as they lead their lives, their homes and their workplaces. Chris is married to Rebecca with two teenage children, and lives in the Durham region of Ontario, Canada.
He hopes that men learn the meaning of meekness not being weakness but rather controlled strength as they lead their lives, their homes and their workplaces. Chris is married to Rebecca with two teenage children, and lives in the Durham region of Ontario, Canada.

Jared Vander Meulen
Jared Vander Meulen is the Digital Communications Specialist at Open Doors. He believes in the power of storytelling to communicate the inspirational faith of the persecuted church, and enjoys sharing their stories through social media, the Open Doors blog, and speaking at churches.
Jared studied theology first at Heritage College and Seminary, and then at Conrad Grebel University College. Jared and his wife Sara live in Cambridge, ON, with their two kids.
Jared studied theology first at Heritage College and Seminary, and then at Conrad Grebel University College. Jared and his wife Sara live in Cambridge, ON, with their two kids.
It was a pleasure to have Gary come and share about Open Doors and the worldwide persecuted church at Living Waters Church. Gary shared with passion and conviction which challenged us to consider those whose faith is under constant attack. Thanks Gary for being so authentic in sharing what is happening around the world.
Pastor RyanLiving Waters Church, Fort Langley, BC
Having Open Doors Canada lead our Sunday morning service was both inspiring and challenging for our congregation. Our hearts were inspired by hearing about the way the Church is thriving even in places we didn’t realize it was active. But we were challenged to remember that we minimize the impact of the discipline of regularly praying for our brothers and sisters around the world.
Pastor RickPORTICO, Mississauga, ON
Open Doors gave a wonderful talk to educate us on the persecuted church. We are so grateful for their willingness to come and share with us. It really has really helped direct our prayers. Thank you Open Doors for all you are doing.
Nicole MishchenkoHouseholds of Faith Homeschooling Co-op, Ingersoll, ON
We really enjoyed open doors facilitating our prayer meeting. It was challenging and inspiring to hear the stories of what our Christian brothers and sisters are facing. It definitely helps us put into perspective the challenges that we face in Canada.
Pastor JoshSouthside Worship Centre, Ajax, ON
Having Open Doors Canada come to our rural church in east-central Alberta was a rich blessing. Our faith is being strengthened through the stories and messages that were shared.
Pastor JonTofield Community Church, Tofield, AB