Pastor Ronnie holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & History (Lakehead), a Master’s degree in History (Lakehead), as well as a Master of Divinity degree (Wilfrid Laurier). In June 2017 Ronnie was ordained for ministry by the Evangelical Lutheran Church In Canada (ELCIC). Ronnie is married to Hilla Lahtinen and is the proud father of two daughters, Lumi and Vilja.