Nipawin Alliance Church

In 1946, Pastor Charles Dirks and his wife sensed God's leading to build an independent Gospel Mission in Nipawin to reach people with the Good News of God's love. They began with nine people, seven of whom were the Pastor and his family! On December 8, 1956 the ministry joined the work of the Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada. Over the next 40 years NAC would undergo major changes. In 1971 we moved from the original building (now Coventry Funeral Home) to the church on Montgomery Drive. This would be the church's home for the next 30 years. Between it's foundation and 1983, seven different pastors served the people of Nipawin Alliance. The early 80's brought stability as Rev. Gary Jones, along with Interns and Associates, lead NAC for eleven years. By the mid 1990's NAC was entering its 50th year and like many 50 year olds, mid-life brought struggles and new directions. Pastor Gary left in 1994 and the church underwent some challenging days and we were led by Godly men, Terry, Ed & Larry. By the 2001 the church had once again found its footing and Pastor Mike brought his gifts of administration and Pastoral Care. It was under Pastor Mike that our current home was built and in September 2004 the present building was dedicated to the Glory of God. In the fall of 2006 Pastor Mike left to serve the Lord in Swift Current. During the interm season Pastor Scott who came in March of '04 and the Elders stepped in and cared for the church. As we searched for fresh vision for the 21st Century God opened the way for a former Associate to return to serve. Pastor Dan, who had been an Associate with Gary, came back to Nipawin to serve as our Senior Pastor in July of 2007.
There is something missing in this little history though. It focuses on buildings and Pastors but it doesn't tell you the story of the Church, for the church is the body of Christ, the people who work, worship and witness. It doesn't mention that Alice Enns who is with us every Sunday morning was a charter member in 1956. It doesn't tell you about potlucks, campfires and coffee times nor does it tell you the story of the hundreds of lives who have come to Christ, been baptized, shared in worship and been instructed here. To discover that story you will have to come and get to know the people. You will have to worship with them, have coffee with them, or have them in your home. It is only then that you will discover the story of Nipawin Alliance Church, bringing glory to God....