Daince Kurian was born and raised in Singapore, moved to India, and is now settled in Edmonton, Canada where he has lived for over 30 years. From a traditional Mar Thoma Syrian Christian background, the family transitioned into a born-again Christ centered way of living. Daince had to go through personal struggles to finally surrender himself to God and to experience restoration, healing, forgiveness, and grace. With the help of several key people that God had placed in his life, he was able to move forward. He remains truly indebted to God for their kindness and sacrifices.
After completing his MA in Psychology, Daince worked as an Addictions Counselor and Associate Coordinator for SAHARA House Rehabilitation Center in New Delhi for two and a half years. In Canada, he worked as a rehabilitation worker for several years until he received a specific calling to go into ministry. He graduated with a Masters in Theological Studies from Taylor University, Edmonton in 2000, and became one of the founding members of ZAMIE Church.
He functioned as a full-time pastor in ZAMIE for two years and was ordained there in 2002. He then continued his education and training in Pastoral Counseling, Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC) and became an associate pastor for ZAMIE Church. He also had a private practice for counseling individuals and families for 2 years.
Daince took on a position as full-time Chaplain at Alberta Hospital in 2005 and continues to be active in the ministries that God has entrusted him within the hospital, the community and ZAMIE. He is also an associate Board Member and the Worship Pastor for ZAMIE Church. Daince is married to Shyla, and is blessed with two children, Daniel and George. A leading hobby of his is badminton, a childhood sport that helps him maintain an active lifestyle.