TANYA Bakkes

Children’s Ministry Director

Born and raised in Pretoria, South Africa, Tanya graduated from the University of Pretoria with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. In 2019, she and her husband, Pieter, moved to Charlotte with an opportunity to grow in her professional career. She worked as a High School mathematics teacher for 10 years when the Lord called her in 2024 for full-time ministry, using her teaching skills and love for children to glorify God and expand His kingdom. 

They have two wonderful boys, Fritz (3) and Bismarck (1), besides their two four-legged kids. 

Tanya's heart for children is to experience God, have an intimate relationship with Him, and let that relationship overflow into their daily lives by being disciples of Jesus wherever they go. 

Tanya enjoys a good cup of coffee, time with the family, hiking, games, and scuba diving.