
Maria Togade-Paredes
early childhood coordinator
I was born and raised in the Philippines but have lived in Edmonton since 1994 and consider it home. Our family of five started attending Ellerslie in 2007. As a mom of three young boys at the time, our youngest having special needs, I often found myself serving and volunteering in the classrooms on Sunday mornings.
Having an Office Administration background and a passion for working with children, I first joined Ellerslie's staff in 2016 as the Children's Ministry Administrative Assistant. Since then my role has changed and I am excited to now be the Early Childhood Coordinator! I love ekids because it's a place where every child feels welcomed, supported, loved, and included. Above all, we are excited to foster God's love and lead children into knowing about salvation through Jesus Christ.
"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
Lamentations 3:22-23