symon and kristy drake

lead pastors

Symon and Kristy are the Lead Pastors of Renew Church in Whangārei and Global and have been in full time ministry since 1997. They are wholehearted in their commitment to lead a multigenerational church which relates to, and champions tomorrow’s history-makers. They are desperately passionate about encouraging/equipping people to reach their full potential in God, and communicating the truths of His word in ways that are easy to understand, relevant and applicable to people’s everyday lives. They have four kids, a lovely daughter-in-law, four cats and a dog.

On 17th March 2024, Renew Church was officially welcomed into the New Life movement. Watch here to hear Symon & Kristy share about Renew Church’s journey in recently joining New Life.

the staff team

mitch & larissa gray – assistant pastors

julian squires – small groups & people care

liam mcgrath – youth & young adults pastor

frances esveld – children’s pastor/outreach coordinator

shemayah drake – administration

sue adams – reception

renew pastors

symon & kristy drake – lead pastors

mitch & larissa gray – assistant pastors

julian & keri squires – pastors

paula & seru tabakinabou – pasifika pastors

chris & ruth de’ath – pastors