This is for London
A new life-giving church coming to London, Ontario.
Fall 2026
Welcome to Vida
We’re building a church in the heart of London that feels like home and reflects the diversity of our city. A place where every generation and every story is welcomed.
VIDA means life. That’s why we exist. We want to help people find life in Jesus, the life we were all created for. A life filled with hope, purpose, and belonging.
God loves London. We love it too.
And we’re here to reach our city.
Until all of London finds life in Jesus.
.png)
Why London?
London is our home. It’s one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada. It’s diverse, vibrant, and full of potential.
People live in THE region
Residents were born outside of Canada
Students study at Western and Fanshawe
People are searching for meaning, identity, and purpose. And Jesus offers the life they are looking for.
We believe London can be a hub that influences the entire province. As people find Jesus and step into their purpose, we will see a movement that transforms our city and beyond.
A Vision for London
From Byron to Old East
From White Oaks to Masonville
From Pond Mills to Downtown
From Western to Fanshawe
Until All of London
Finds Life in Jesus
We see a church that looks like heaven, lives like family, and loves like Jesus. A church young at heart and a home for every generation.
We see a church full of purpose. A movement of everyday people whose lives have been changed by Jesus and who can’t keep it to themselves.
We see a church for imperfect people.
Your neighbour. Your coworker. Your cousin. People just like you.
We’re here for this city.
We’re here for you.
And we’re just getting started.
.jpg)
Meet the Jansens
Lead Pastors Nathan & Natalia
More than ten years ago, God planted a dream in Nathan and Natalia’s hearts to start a life-giving church. They didn’t know where or when, but the calling continued to grow as they spent years investing in people and serving the church.
When they moved to London, they thought it would be temporary. But God had other plans. Over time, He gave them a deep love for this city: its people, its diversity, its neighbourhoods, and its campuses.
In 2025, the leadership at Base Church recognized that calling and sent them out to begin the journey of planting VIDA Church.
Today, Nathan and Natalia are raising their two daughters in the city they now proudly call home. They believe God is already moving in London, and VIDA Church is their yes to His leading.
Nathan brings strategy, vision, and a communication style that feels passionate and relatable. Natalia brings heart, personality, and the gift for making people feel seen and valued.
Together, they are building a church that reflects the heart of Jesus. A church where every story matters and every person can find the life only Jesus offers.
The Vida Code
The ten values that shape who we are.
These values keep our vision clear, unite us together, and help us stay focused on helping people find life in Jesus. This is the culture we’re building and the way we choose to live.
Join the Journey
Every movement begins with a simple yes. Our hope is that you catch the vision and heart behind planting VIDA Church. We believe God is writing a new story in London, and VIDA is part of that story. If you feel called to help build something that will impact lives for generations to come, we would be honoured to have you partner with us. Here are three ways you can get involved:
Pray
Prayer is where this all begins. Stand with us as we believe for a move of God in London. Pray for our family, our team, and every person we will reach.
Sign up to stay connected with updates as we head towards launch.
Give
Your generosity helps build a life-giving church that impacts families, students, and every corner of our city. You can partner with a one-time gift or by giving monthly as we build toward launch.
Thank you for investing in what God is doing through VIDA Church.
JOIN
If you’re in the London area, we’d love to have you be part of the team helping launch VIDA Church. There is a place for you here.
If you’re outside of London, pray and ask God if He may be inviting you to move and help start VIDA from the ground up.
.jpg)
Upcoming Events
STAY CONNECTED
Sign up for updates about interest nights, gatherings, and launch day.