Hi, I’m Bruce Chimani, and I serve as the Pastor to College and Young Adults here at Old North Church. I lead The Bible Talks (TBT), our college ministry here at Old North, and I also serve our out of college young adults as they navigate life in that unique stage. The Bible Talks does significant gospel work at Youngstown State University, and we are convinced deeply that when people open God’s Word together and rely on His Spirit, real growth happens over time. Whether it’s through preaching, small group Bible studies, or one-to-one discipleship, my aim is to help young adults see Jesus clearly and follow Him faithfully.

I’m originally from Zimbabwe, where I earned a Bachelor of Sciences in Journalism and Media Studies from the National University of Science and Technology and worked as a correspondent for The Sunday News.

Before moving to the U.S., I also had the privilege of serving in various pastoral roles in both Zimbabwe and South Africa—experiences that shaped my love for preaching, shepherding, and training others in ministry.

I came to Old North in 2020 as a Ministry Apprentice and now continue to serve while working toward a Master of Divinity in Preaching and Pastoral Ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

I’m married to Brittany—who is far more gracious and grounded than I deserve—and we’re raising two joyful and energetic kids, Aneni and Itai. When I’m not opening the Bible with young adults, you’ll probably find me overanalyzing coffee beans or burr grinders, passionately defending the air fryer as the pinnacle of modern engineering or mourning another baffling Manchester United performance in the English Premier League (soccer). Some here at Old North call me a coffee snob, but I’m just trying to glorify God in every cup.

If you’d like to contact Bruce please email him or call the church office. bchimani@oldnorthchurch.org | 330.533.6848 ext. 235