PASTORAL TEAM
Our team are credentialed through the Full Gospel Churches of Australia.
Pastor - Jared Kealley
Jared leads the church and provides oversight to the ministries, as well as being responsible for preaching and teaching. A key role for Jared is in equipping the church for the work of the ministry, especially supporting people in their day to day frontlines. Jared has been Senior Pastor since 2012, serving in ministry at Eastgate since 2004, and has a Master of Arts.
Prayer & Service Pastor - Angela Jeffers
Angela is responsible for equipping the Church in the areas of prayer and service. Angela joined Eastgate in 2001, serving on the pastoral team since 2005, and has a Certificate III in Christian Ministry.
Next Gen Pastor - Lauren Smith
Lauren is responsible for equipping the church in the area of intergenerational connection and oversees the 0-18 ages. Lauren joined Eastgate in 2012, serving as a ministry team leader since 2017 before serving on the pastoral team, and has a Certificate IV in Pastoral Care and Chaplaincy.
CHURCH COUNCIL
The Church Council are responsible for the oversight and management of the church.
Council members are:
James Wesley- Chairman
Angela Jeffers- Secretary/Vice Chairperson
Val Oliver- Treasurer
Nanette Esam- Member
Jared Kealley- Senior Pastor