Tim Jacomb (Lead Pastor)
Tim joined KBC in 2016, along with his wife Lindy. Tim loves thinking about theology, preaching, visitation, and drinking good coffee.
Prior to completing training as a Pastor at Carey Baptist College, Tim grew up in West Auckland where he then worked as a builder on high-end, architecturally designed homes. Tim's love for learning has also seen him complete a Masters' in Theology and more recently he took a year out to begin working towards a Masters in Property Practice, through Auckland University’s Business school. Dreaming about the ways in which churches can reimagine and redevelop their properties for the good of their wider communities, as well as for those who worship in them, is something that Tim is really passionate about.
Tim has two dogs, six chickens, two frogs and two children. That means there are currently 32 legs residing at his place. He keeps hoping the Wellington wind might blow some of the chickens away, but it hasn't happened yet…
Andy Aldridge (Generations Pastor)
Andy oversees Youth, Children & Families at KBC He’s passionate about discipling, equipping and helping those within the church to grow a robust faith to last through the journey of life. He's also passionate about positively influencing the lives of all those in Karori and Wellington.
Originally from the UK, Andy has served in ministry full-time since 2001. Andy has a BA in Applied Theology and Youth Ministry. He has ministered youth, children and families in a variety of settings, including ten years as Youth & Children’s Pastor at Wainuiomata Baptist. Andy loves Manchester United, running, movies, books and cheeseburgers!
Robyn Mellar- Smith (Pastor)
Robyn is a warm approachable pastor with seventeen years pastoral experience in national and local service. You'll find Robyn overseeing Sunday services, regular programmes, preaching, mentoring, providing pastoral care and supporting the leadership team.
When Robyn’s not working, you might find her walking in the hills of Wellington, or with her nose in a good book.
Viv Johnstone (Office Manager)
Viv is married with four wonderful adult children, and enjoys keeping active and hitting the gym in her spare time. She loves supporting others in their roles, so that they can operate at their best.
You can contact her with queries about church life on office@kbc.org.nz.
Riley Fraser (Children’s Worker)
Riley started as our Children’s and Families intern at Karori Baptist in 2021. He now works part-time as our Children’s Worker alongside his part-time youth work at the Karori Community Centre. When not working with kids and young people you’ll find him playing the guitar or trying to improve his rugby skills.
Izzy Fraser (Youth Worker)
Izzy joined the team in 2020 as a youth intern. She now works as our Youth Worker running our popular youth programme including Wednesday nights and annual camps at Easter. A Karori-ite by birth, Izzy loves the suburb and the young people who call this place home.