Our Pastors
Dr. Daviceto Swaby
Lead Pastor
Dr. Daviceto Swaby is the lead pastor of the Toronto Perth Seventh-day Adventist since February 2023.
He is a dedicated spiritual leader with extensive pastoral ministry experience spanning multiple decades. He started his pastoral ministry in Jamaica where he served for twenty-one years. Since his relocation to Canada, he has actively served in ministries across Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia, also in Cuba where he conducted an evangelistic series, profoundly impacting lives through his devotion and service. His leadership has guided many individuals to strengthen their faith and commit their hearts to the Lord.
Dr. Swaby's academic journey is rooted in theological excellence. He earned his bachelor's degree in theology from Northern Caribbean University in Jamaica, followed by a master's degree in religion from Andrews University. His scholarly pursuits culminated in a Doctor of Ministry degree from Columbia Theological Seminary. Furthering his theological education, he also studied at the United Theological College of the West Indies in Jamaica. Post doctoral studies, he has completed three units in Clinical Pastoral Education, advancing toward Board Certification in Chaplaincy.
Beyond his pastoral commitments, Dr. Swaby has demonstrated a passion for education and community service. As a former adjunct assistant professor at Northern Caribbean University, he dedicated ten years to shaping future scholars. He also served as a Justice of the Peace in Jamaica, further showcasing his dedication to social justice and leadership. His expertise in mediation has positioned him as a trained specialist, allowing him to contribute meaningfully to conflict resolution and community harmony.
Dr. Swaby remains actively involved in Prison Ministries and various community organizations, serving as a mentor to final-year Theology students at Burman University in Alberta Canada. His leadership extends to his role as President of the Greater Toronto Seventh-day Adventist Ministerial Association, fostering training, self-development, and fellowship among Seventh-day Adventist pastors across the Greater Toronto area. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Ontario Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and the Board of Education for the same organization. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Changing Peoples Lives International Ministries Canada, further shaping religious leadership in the region.
His exemplary dedication to both church and community was recognized in January 2019 when he received an award from the Mayor and the City of Markham, Ontario, celebrating his outstanding contributions to leadership and service.
Dr. Swaby is blessed to share his journey with his wife, Donna. Together, they have built a strong and loving family, raising their adult son, Oraine, and welcoming their daughter-in-law, Krystine. His life and ministry are deeply rooted in the words of Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” With unwavering faith, he continues to uplift, inspire, and glorify God through his work.
Pastor Malik Smith
Assistant Pastor
Pastor Malik Smith was born in the beautiful island of Jamaica at Andrews Memorial Hospital, a Seventh-day Adventist Hospital, in the capital city of Kingston. He came to Ontario, Canada at the age of 4, and grew up in the suburbs near Toronto. He is the oldest of three sons. According to his father, "One for the Father, one for the Son and one for the Spirit."
He is a product of Christian education through all of his studies. He is a proud graduate of Crawford Adventist Academy in Toronto which he attended between grades 7-12. He then pursued his tertiary studies in Religion and Theology at Northern Caribbean University in Mandeville, Jamaica.
The call for ministry came at a very young age when he was somewhere between 7-9 years old and he has never departed from it. He truly enjoys preaching the word and takes it as a solemn duty to preach truth wherever he goes. He is passionate about and places emphasis on prophecy, the sanctuary, church doctrine, evangelism, and preserving the identity of God's remnant church in these times. He is also passionate about the youth of the church and seeing them truly fulfill the divine purpose God has for youth in these times.
In addition, he is very musical as he enjoys singing and playing the piano among other musical abilities. These talents given him by God are a unique part of his ministry. He greatly enjoys using these talents given him by God to the honour and glory of God.
Pastor Smith started his ministry here in the Ontario Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. He was previously assigned as the Assistant Pastor at the Brampton Seventh-day Adventist Church in June of 2022. He has been serving as our Assistant Pastor at the Toronto Perth Seventh-Day Adventist Church since February of 2024.
One of his favourite Bible verses, Psalm 27:4, expresses his foremost desire by God's grace to live with Jesus in heaven. It is his desire as well to help prepare people for the kingdom of heaven.