Nick McLennan

Nick has held the senior pastor position for more than 15 years and is responsible for preaching, leading worship, and providing direction, encouragement, and support to staff and church leadership teams. He finds great joy in witnessing God’s work in the local community and seeing people realise their potential in Christ, along with working in an inspiring church family that values a collaborative spirit. Outside of his pastoral duties, he enjoys watching movies, playing tennis, and adding to his Lego collection.

Email: nick@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz22 August 2024Senior Pastor

Rodwyn Isaacs

Rodwyn served in various school and church leadership roles in South Africa from 2010 to 2020 before relocating to New Zealand with his wife and three children. His passion for fostering a community rooted in faith, hope, and love has shaped his approach to leadership in both educational and church environments. He focuses on discipleship, leadership development and training, preaching, prayer, and counseling, finding joy in witnessing the growth and maturity of God's people. Outside of his ministry work, Rodwyn is an enthusiastic runner and enjoys gathering with others over food and activities.

Email: rod@hopehq.nz

Main, Churchwww.creed.nz22 August 2024Assistant Pastor

Sarah Crocombe

Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication coordinating pastoral teams and church events, managing social media communication, supporting staff and ministry leaders, overseeing health and safety, and acting as the Child Safety Officer and Youth Worker. She also leads the 24/7 Youth Work program at Mahurangi College. In the summer you’ll find her at the beach paddleboarding or listening to podcasts and reading.

Email: sarah@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz21 August 2024Pastoral Assistant

Rebekah (Becks) Sheppard

Becks matches the enthusiasm and energy needed to coordinate junior and senior youth programmes on Friday nights, camps, Sunday morning Youth Bible studies, and pastoral care. Seeing youth thrive - feeling happy and confident and able to engage in meaningful discussions and learning is what drives her. Family and friends occupy her time off duty, alongwith the beach and trying new hobbies.

Email: becks@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz21 August 2024Youth Pastor

Carmen Isaacs

It’s all go for Carmen overseeing the youngest busy bodies of the church. She’s keeping her eye out for the Creche, Sunday School, Mainly Music and Mighty Mums young family group weekly activities. So rosters, coordinating volunteers, preparing curriculum, caring for children and facilitating the music programme are in her diary. Watching the kids grow in their faith and get to know Jesus makes it all worth it, along with seeing volunteers love so generously. Reading, pilates and walking with her family provides the downtime relaxation for Carmen.

Email: kids@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz20 August 2024Children’s Pastor

Tim Farland

Tim oversees the use of the Mahurangi Hope Centre by various groups, as well as managing partnerships with organisations, companies, and nonprofits that use event spaces. Seeing the diverse use of the facilities, and building partnerships that support the church and community are highlights. Outside of his role at the church, Tim is a self-employed building consultant. Trail running, skiing, and exploring nature keeps Tim on his toes, along with spending time with his family.

Email: tim@hopehq.nz

Church, Centre, Mainwww.creed.nz19 August 2024Business Development and Event Manager

Michelle Swensson

Michelle holds the keys to the kingdom, well to the church building at least. She is the overseer of the administration of the Mahurangi Hope Church building. Her job includes building maintenance, church set up, supporting staff with equipment and anything they need. Michelle has a New Zealand Diploma in Business. When she's out of the office she will be fishing and spending time with family.

Email: michelle@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz18 August 2024Facility Administrator

Frank Grose

The primary responsibility of the elders is overseeing the spiritual care of the church family and ensuring Biblical teaching is both accurate and relevant. In his role as senior elder he coordinates eldership meetings, assists with prayer and communion in church services and participates in various church management meetings supporting the senior pastor and teams.Outside of his church role, Frank is a retired engineer and businessman. In his personal time, he enjoys spending time with his family and cherishing moments with his grandchildren.

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz17 August 2024Senior Elder

David Macleod

Connecting people with people is part of David’s role, so it’s just as well he loves people. Serving and supporting small groups leaders within the church and helping organise and host Alpha groups run throughout the year, David loves serving the church community and sharing the gospel. Fishing, gardening and outdoor adventures also tick his box, with wife Joy being the best travel companion and 9 grandchildren to entertain.

Email: david@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz16 August 2024Small Groups and Alpha Coordinator

Jono Macleod

Jono, works alongside the team as general manager of the trust. The former medical doctor is out there securing funding for programmes and representing the trust within the wider Mahurangi community. Reporting, recruiting, writing policy and procedures to ensure high quality programmes and services are delivered is also on his books. But the reward is all in hearing of and seeing lives being transformed, meeting people with a passion for the community, and supporting vulnerable people and whanau to reach their potential. In his role as Young Families Coodinator, Jono facilitates social events, connect groups, annual camps and the Rad Dads group for church families. When he isn't at work you'll find Jono fishing, hiking or hanging out with his family and friends.

Email: jono@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz15 August 2024Community Trust General Manager, Young Families Coordinator

Jethro Saleupolu

Email: reception@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz4 August 2024Youth Intern

Deadre Schultz

Email: reception@hopehq.nz

Church, Mainwww.creed.nz2 August 2024Reception

Megan Boyce

Megan is one of the long-standing supporters of both Mahurangi Hope Church and Mahurangi Vision Community trust and sits as the finance committee chair and a trustee for both organisations. Her role involves all things financial including budgets, accounts payable, payroll, reporting and more. When she isn't sorting spreadsheets Megan enjoys sports, particularly squash and pickleball plus lends her voice to the worship team on Sundays.

Email: accounts@hopehq.nz

Church, Community, Mainwww.creed.nz1 August 2024Church and Trust Treasurer

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