KCML Team

Our Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership team represent a range of experience, interests, and ministries. Get to know the faculty and staff who seek to serve you as you engage with the person, work, and call of God.

Staff

Geoff New commenced at KCML as Dean of Studies in 2015. He has been Principal since 2021. Geoff was minister at Papakura East and Hunua Presbyterian Church 1997-2015. During his time at Papakura East, Geoff …

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Ivan joined KCML in January 2024 as Dean of Studies. Originally from the USA, Ivan migrated to Aotearoa in 2012. A committed life long learner, Ivan has undertaken study in ministry, theology, international relations, and …

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Darryl joined the KCML team in January 2021, seconded from Alpine Presbytery to provide management support during a significant period of institutional transition. He was appointed to the faculty in a half-time role in early …

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Andrew began at KCML in July, 2023 as lecturer and formation studies coordinator.  He comes to KCML with a passion for theological formation and he is committed to the equipping of the whole people of …

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Sebastian commenced his role with KCML as a lecturer/ministry formation coordinator in 2023. He undertook a Bachelor of Theology in 2007 at Laidlaw College and then completed his Master of Theology in 2013. In 2014, …

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Matt Chamberlin is the National Youth Director for the Presbyterian Church. He has been involved in youth work for nearly 20 years working as a youth pastor, youth worker in schools and as a General …

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Karo has worked for PCFM since 2022, initially as Associate Director, before taking over the role of Director in 2023. Originally from Oamaru, Karo’s first ministry role was as youth worker for Calvin Community Church …

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Susan has been with KCML since March 2017 and currently works 24 hours per week, undertaking a wide variety of administrative duties. With a background in banking, finance and administration, the position and hours of …

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Adjunct Lecturers

She is an ordained Presbyterian minister (PCANZ & PROK), experienced trauma counsellor (MNZAC) and clinical supervisor in private practice. Currently she serves as the Senior Educator and coordinator of Trauma Majors in the School of …

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Talofa lava, I am Rev Gary Mauga, currently serving at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Henderson, West Auckland, where I have been ministering full-time since 2013. I am a New Zealand-born Samoan. I am married to …

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I am the course Co-ordinator and primary lecturer for Pastoral Care, and from time to time will have others join me at block courses. I have been involved in pastoral care in ministry since I …

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