Third generation Japanese Canadian and Vancouver born, Rika Schell (Noda) first came to this church at the age of 5, invited by a 4 year old friend, then began a life-long journey of walking with Jesus at the age of 8. She began ministering to kids in 1975 and God continues to bless her with the privilege of serving in children's, youth, young adult, special events and worship arts here. Married to Duncan, with 3 awesome kids, she is an artist by trade and Christian researcher by passion.