Click the names below to learn a bit more about our leadership, our pastors, and our staff – some of the people who have answered God’s call to be light-bearers in this world.
“If I make you light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand.”
Matthew 5:15 (The Message)
Rev. Dennis Flett
Hi, I’m Dennis. Den’s shorter and it’s OK. If people asked, “who is that guy?” I’d say, “I’m an ordinary guy who‘s discovering Jesus.” I can say I know him;...
Rev. Hamish Galloway
My name is Hamish Galloway. I am an associate pastor at Hope Presbyterian having retired from the position of Senior Pastor in March 2020. I am presently contracted by Hope...
Rev. Marty Redhead
My name is Marty and I am one of the pastors who helps lead our Hornby congregation. Along with my wife Steph and our 3 children Ella, Josiah and Archie,...
Rev. Esther Sabey
Hi there!! I joined the Hope Presbyterian Church family in January 2019. I am married to Kesh Sabey and we have 3 children Levi (11), Aria (10) and Micah (8)....
Ps. Lea McEwan
Kia ora my name is Lea and I am the Outreach Director at Hope. Along with my husband and three teenage children, we have just moved into Halswell. We are...
Ps. Rob Key
Hi, My Name is Rob Key. I am married to one gorgeous wife, Fiona. I have four adult children and one grandchild. We moved from Australia to Christchurch in 2009...
Vinnie Wallace
Hey, my name is Vinnie and I am the youth pastor for the Hornby site. My wife Caitlin and I are soon to be parents of a wee girl, and...
Leanne Hall
I have been working in Hope Kids ministry since 2010. I give support to Sunday services at Hornby and the children’s programs. I lead the Creche ministry and Messy Church,...
David Dally
This is going to be my last paid role in my working life -and it is one of the most challenging – but also very rewarding. My job is to...
Doreen Hawkins
My name is Doreen Hawkins; I was born in England and emigrated to New Zealand in 1978. I lived in Auckland until I moved to Christchurch in 1990. I have...
Jill Green
My name is Jill Green. I am married to Kelvin and we are very blessed to have our two daughters, son-in-law and baby granddaughter all living here in Canterbury. I...
Vanessa Anderson
Hi, I joined the Hope staff family in 2013. I head up the finance/accounts office so if you have any questions related to invoices, donations, expenses or payments direct them...