Senior Pastor

Julian Browne
The book of Acts describes our heartbeat where “daily they met together in the temple courts and in one another’s homes…they were filled with praises to God…the Lord kept adding to their number daily those who were coming to life”.
Whether it’s spending quality time in each other’s homes, praying with others throughout the week, or gathering as a church family on Sundays, we believe the Whangarei campus church exists to be a life-giving body to all. We desire to be a people on mission for God in our everyday lives as we embody the message of Jesus, and see many come to faith in Christ in these unsettling times.
julian@churchunlimited.co

Children & Families Oversight
Katie Browne
katieb@churchunlimited.co

Next Gen Pastor
Matt Buchanan
We carry a strong passion to see young people know God personally and walk confidently in who He has created them to be. Our heartbeat is discipleship. So, we create a place where faith becomes real, purpose is discovered, and lives are transformed through personal encounters and relationship with Jesus.
You can see some of what we get up to at youth group on Instagram or Facebook: @limitless_youth_whangarei — We also oversee Young Adults and Intermediate (Impact) ministries.
Daniela and I met at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry in California and have been married now for 6 years (best years of my life). Together we have three wonderful children, Zion, Sophie, and Emilia. We would love to meet you, hear your story, connect you into our church family, and encourage what God can do through you.
mattb@churchunlimited.co

Administrator
Bonnie Pryce
Worship is my heart and the Word is my passion. I love to see and hear God’s people gathered together in prayer, praise and worship. There is nothing sweeter than the Lord’s presence and the sound of collective praise and worship glorifying Him in one voice. Jesus is so cool, the Holy Spirit is ALWAYS there, and there is no one more loving and amazing than the Father.
Come and introduce yourself to me on a Sunday, I would love to get to know you!
Whangarei born and bred, I spent 10 years living, studying, and working in Auckland. Now I am back in “sunny” Northland.
Both my grandparents originate from Fiji – ‘ni sa bula vinaka’.
I have a bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts and a diploma in Christian Ministries.
bonnie@churchunlimited.co

Pastoral Care & Midweek Follow Up
Pearl Obi
With a passion for people and community, Pearl Obi oversees our newcomer follow-up journey, ensuring every person feels seen, valued, and connected. Her heart is that no one falls through the cracks and that every person who walks through our doors experiences the love, care, and community of Christ. Pearl is also an incredible singer and worship leader and along with her four amazing kids, brings so much joy and life to our team!
pearl@churchunlimited.co

Ministry School Student 2026
Tasmin Nielson

Kings Kings (5-10 years old) Program Leader
Sara Robinson
Sara Robinson oversees our Kings Kids programme, creating a fun, welcoming, and faith-filled environment where primary-aged children can grow in their relationship with Jesus. Sara is a qualified teacher who works at Whangarei Heads School; she volunteers 1 day a week of her time with our staff team. Sara is super passionate about nurturing the next generation! Her heart is to see every child feel known, valued, and excited about church while partnering with families to help raise confident young followers of Christ.
