Serving God, Serving People
All who are believers of Jesus Christ are ministers of the Gospel.
Our members of the church play an important role, serving one another in the capacity that God has given them. Having said that, we do have a few that are employed by the church. They are like the core group that firstly, ensure that the Word of God is preached faithfully and secondly, help the church to function administratively as well as it is possible.
Our Staff
Senior Pastor
Nathan is married to Elizabeth and they have three children. Nathan studied at the Church Army College of Evangelism and then at Moore Theological College in Sydney. He has also completed an M.A. in Theology. Nathan has oversight of Bible teaching and co-ordination of activities at church. He loves to communicate the surprising message of the Bible week by week. He also enjoys watching his kids swim, play soccer, drum, play guitar and do ballet (but not all at once!). He also likes to play guitar but wishes he was better at it.
Associate Pastor
Travis is married to the beautiful Ruth, and they have the joy of raising four kids (who keep them on their toes!). Coming from the great land of Douglas Park (South West Sydney), Travis had worked full-time in Radiology for many years while serving in their local church. Moving with his family to the Camden Haven and finished a MMin from Ridley Bible College, he is excited about seeing everyone grow in understanding the true awesomeness of Jesus. When not doing what must be done, you’d find him near the shed/ coffee machine/ trying to surf/ wrestling the kids or doing a casual shift at the Port Base Hospital.
Associate Pastor
Lake Cathie/Bonny Hills Congregation
Simon is married to Bonny and they have 2 beautiful boys. Simon grew up in Sydney and Bonny grew up in Port Macquarie. He’s got a background in Health and Exercise Science and completed a Bachelor of Theology at Ridley College. Simon is deeply passionate about building the local church and seeing all people encounter the beauty and relevance of Jesus. He is also a burger and black coffee fanatic, an aspiring triathlete and a Wallabies and Canterbury Bulldogs tragic.
Children Minister
Elizabeth is married to James. They have four grown children and a couple of amazing children-in-law, plus too many pets to count between them all. Elizabeth counts it an utter privilege to help the church partner with parents and carers in nurturing children’s growth in knowing God’s Word and loving Jesus through our church’s regular programs, events and holiday kids clubs. She is a graduate of Youthworks College, yet continues to study and train in ministry.
Administrator
Donna is married to Gerard and they have five adult children and six grandchildren. The family moved to the Camden Haven for a two-year stay in 1998 but found they didn’t want to leave the area and their church family. Donna works part-time in administration and feels that she has the best job as she not only gets to be involved in the running of the church but also gets to help people with practical issues. She loves being of service to others and having cuppas with friends. Donna has enjoyed watching the growth in our church family and looks forward to exciting times of growth in the future.
Online & Media Person-in-charge
Ben is married to Janelle and they have three children. Ben completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication and has worked in communications at New Tribes Mission for seven years. He looks after the online presence, communication and media for the church. His passion is to see people grow in their relationship with God. He loves spending time with people over a meal or cuppa, cooking, playing the piano and watching movies.