Apostle Daniel Wynter, who back in the day was referred to as simply “Brother Dan”, had never been a man of strong faith. He went to church, prayed when he remembered, and considered himself a good Christian, but he never truly dedicated himself to God. That all changed when tragedy struck.
The loss of his child, the end of his relationships, and the betrayal of the church he attended all came at once, crushing him and leaving him feeling lost and alone. In his despair, Apostle Daniel cried out to God, finally realizing the importance of his faith and the love that God had for him. God answered his prayers and began to rebuild Apostle Daniel, ordaining him as a Pastor first in the United States and then in Canada and blessed him with his beautiful helpmate, Lady Nadeen Wynter.
With a new found purpose, Daniel started a small Bible study, which quickly grew into a full-fledged church. God instructed him to build the church according to the Body of Christ, with the five gifts as described in Ephesians 4:11-12.
This was the beginning of Open Arms Church of Jesus Christ, a thriving community of believers who sought to live their lives for God.
Our church started in a barber shop, but it quickly outgrew the small space. Despite this, the growth did not stop. Open Arms continued to spread the message of God’s love and grace to more and more people. On the spiritual battlefield, they are known as The Open Army of God, marching forward in faith and spreading the word of the Lord.
Through this journey, Apostle Daniel learned that when life crushes us and everything seems lost, it is then that we can truly find God and his plan for us. With God by his side, Apostle Daniel with the help of his beautiful wife, Nadeen, was able to build a church that has touched countless lives and is changing the world for the better.
Legacy of Apostle Daniel Wynter
On behalf of the family and Open Arms Church of Jesus Christ it is with deep sadness and a sense of profound loss we inform you that our Lead Shepherd Apostle Daniel Wynter has gone on to be with the Lord on January 24, 2025.
His fierce passion for God, His word and His people shines bright as we mourn the loss of our dear Apostle, devoted husband, proud father, and brother in Christ.
As we reflect on the countless lives God used Him to transform, His life was also a testament to the love of God that flowed through His heart to all the members.
His legacy of trusting God, serving selflessly and obedience to God will continue to live on in our hearts.
During this time of grieving we ask that you keep His family and congregation in your prayers.
Thank you,
Open Arms Church of Jesus Christ
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.”
2 Timothy 4:7–8