Welcome to our Children’s Ministry! 

My name is Alec Gallant, and I’m so excited to be stepping into this role as we begin a brand new year of learning, growing, and sharing God’s love together. Children’s ministry has always been close to my heart, and I’m looking forward to creating a space where kids feel safe, encouraged, and excited to explore their faith.

A little about me — my fiancé Jacob and I moved to Edmonton in August 2024 so I could begin my second Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education at the University of Alberta. My goal is to become a CTS (Career and Technology Studies) teacher after graduation. Before that, I completed a Bachelor of Journalism (Honours) at the University of King’s College in Halifax, where I lived for four years. I was born and raised on Prince Edward Island, where I grew up in the O’Leary–West Cape Pastoral Charge of the United Church. I come from a big, loving family — my parents, two younger brothers, and younger sister — plus a cat and dog who kept things lively at home!

I’ve been teaching Sunday School for about 12 years, and have been working with children in summer programs since I was 16. It’s been such a joy to walk alongside young people as they ask questions, grow in confidence, and discover their unique gifts. I truly believe in building a ministry that meets children where they are and helps them grow in faith through creativity, storytelling, community, and fun.

We’ll be starting our Sunday School year on September 7th, 2025, and we’ll be kicking things off with a special “Blessing of the Backpacks” during worship. Whether you’re headed back to school or starting a new work season, we want to send you with prayers, encouragement, and God’s blessing for the journey ahead.

I also have some exciting plans for the year ahead! We’re looking forward to a festive “Trick or Trunk” event for Halloween, a joyful Christmas concert in December, and we’re even exploring a few field trip opportunities to learn and grow outside the church walls. It’s shaping up to be a year full of faith, friendship, and fun — and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share it with you and your families.

Here’s to a meaningful and joy-filled year in Children’s Ministry!

Alec Gallant
Children’s Ministry Leader