Johnny Thiessen is the Church Planting Catalyst for Southern Alberta, with over 30 years of experience in Christian ministry. He began as a youth pastor, focusing on missional engagement in a multiculturally diverse community by developing a youth centre. This experience led to his work revitalizing a summer kids' camp in British Columbia, which deepened his passion for the local church. Later, Johnny and his wife planted a church in their city, contributing to their denomination's church planting network. He remains dedicated to engaging the community to make disciples and plant churches. Johnny and his wife, Tammy, live near SW Calgary and have three grown sons and one adorable grandson.