Meet our pastors
FAITH WITH feet.
Pastors Phil and Jamie Hutchings lead a church committed to biblical truth, passionate worship, and the moving of the Holy Spirit.
PHIL +
Jamie.
Pastors Phil and Jamie Hutchings are the founding pastors of Higher Life Church in Quispamsis, New Brunswick. With a passion to see people encounter the life-changing power of Jesus Christ, they have devoted their lives to preaching the Gospel, raising up strong believers, and seeing Canada impacted by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Since launching Higher Life Church, they have watched God transform countless lives through salvations, healing, discipleship, and community outreach, while building a church committed to biblical truth, passionate worship, and the moving of the Holy Spirit.
In 2021, during the COVID-19 restrictions, Pastor Phil made national headlines after choosing to continue gathering the church for worship in obedience to his convictions regarding religious freedom. His stand ultimately resulted in seven days in jail, including time in solitary confinement. That season strengthened their resolve to boldly preach the Gospel and defend the freedom of the Church in Canada.
Today, together with their three children—Summer, Rowan, and Victoria—they continue to champion revival, biblical values, and the hope found in Jesus Christ. Their vision extends beyond one congregation as they work to see healthy churches planted, leaders equipped, and communities reached throughout Atlantic Canada and beyond.
KNOW JESUS.
LIVE fully.
“Help people know Jesus, experience His power, and live the abundant life He promised.”
WHAT WE
believe.
A clear, accessible presentation of the church’s existing statement of faith. Open any belief to read its supporting references and full summary.
01The Baptism in the Holy Ghost and Fire+
The Baptism in the Holy Ghost and fire is a gift from God as promised by the Lord Jesus Christ to all believers in this dispensation and is received subsequent to the new birth. This experience is accompanied by the evidence of speaking in other tongues as the Holy Spirit Himself gives utterance.
02Sanctification+
The Bible teaches that without holiness no man can see the Lord. We believe in the doctrine of sanctification as a definite yet progressive work of grace, commencing at the time of regeneration and continuing until the consummation of salvation.
03Resurrection of the Just and the Return of Our Lord+
The angels said, “This same Jesus…shall so come in like manner…” His coming is imminent. When He comes, the dead in Christ shall rise first, then those who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them to meet the Lord. Following the tribulation, He shall return to earth as King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and reign with His saints for a thousand years.
04Hell and Eternal Retribution+
The one who physically dies in his sins without Christ is hopelessly and eternally lost in the Lake of Fire, and therefore has no further opportunity of hearing the Gospel or repenting. The Lake of Fire is literal, and the terms “eternal” and “everlasting” carry the meaning of endless existence.
05The Scriptures+
The Bible is the inspired Word of God, the product of holy men of old who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. The New Covenant, as recorded in the New Testament, is accepted as the infallible guide in matters pertaining to conduct and doctrine.
06The Godhead+
Our God is one but is manifested in three persons—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—being co-equal. God the Father is the Source of the Word and the Begetter. The Holy Spirit proceeds from both the Father and the Son and is eternal.
07Man—His Fall and Redemption+
Man is a created being, made in the likeness and image of God, but through Adam’s transgression and fall, sin came into the world. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was manifested to undo the work of the devil and gave His life and shed His blood to redeem and restore man back to God. Salvation is the gift of God, made operative by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.
08Eternal Life and New Birth+
Man’s first step toward salvation is godly sorrow that worketh repentance. The new birth is necessary to all men, and when fulfilled, it produces eternal life.
09Water Baptism+
Baptism in water by immersion is a direct commandment of our Lord and is for believers only. The ordinance is a symbol of the Christian’s identification with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection.
