In 1960, Stanley enrolled at Tyndale to study Greek and Hebrew. He was chosen as valedictorian for his graduating class. “Staff and students helped provide confidence and growth in my Christian life,” he said.

Upon graduation, Stanley married Aileen, and they served with the Canadian Japanese Mission for three years in Vancouver. In 1968, they returned to Toronto, and Stanley became pastor of the Japanese Gospel Church of Toronto (JGCT), where he served until retiring in 1992, for health reasons.

He then worked at a Japanese seniors home for five years until Aileen’s retirement from her job as an elementary school teacher.

“Serving in Christian ministry takes patience and perseverance, but ... when we strive to be faithful to the Lord’s calling, He is faithful and will accomplish His work,” he said.

Aileen went to be with the Lord in May 2021. Stanley’s future plans include continuing to fellowship with the JGCT family.

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