Meet Our Team
The Ministry Team
Malcolm MacLeod
Malcolm MacLeod is a visionary leader with a love for people. He has a strong desire to see people grow in Christ through the fulfillment of The Great Commission, “Go make disciples” This desire to grow people is coupled with a burden for leaders. As a result much of his time is devoted to pastoring pastors and leading leaders to achieve their full potential in ministry to the body of Christ.
Malcolm, along with his wife Karen, have been the Snr Pastors of South West since 1990.
Karen MacLeod
Karen MacLeod is a passionate preacher and teacher of the Word. She carries a strong conviction regarding the believer’s destiny and God’s purpose for every individual. She is a “tell it like it is” speaker who delivers with anointing and strength. Some of the emphasis of her ministry includes; transformation, identity in Christ, vision, practical keys to everyday living, & real faith.
Karen connects her preaching to people living in a real world. She preaches what she lives.
Leighton Roberts
Leighton Roberts is one of Victoria’s great emerging leaders. Having seen Element Youth grow steadily over many years, he has also had roles with Youth Alive, and the City West District for the AOG/ACC. He is an engaging and passionate preacher who inspires, challenges, & encourages many.
Leighton is married to Eilidh, and they have 3 young children.
Raelle Smit
Raelle Smit has a very genuine love, and caring nature, for people. She is an experienced Secondary School teacher, who now works fulltime as the Pastoral Care and Childrens Pastor at South West. Her input into a large variety of teams has seen growth and stability over many years.
Nathan Hawes
Nathan Hawes is the General Manager of South West Community Services, along with overseeing the Extension Services of South West. Under his leadership, Community Services has expanded to included 3 Lighthouse Retail Stores and Charity Computers.
Nathan is married to Brooke, and they have a son, Elijah.
Matt Street
Matt Street is a man on a mission! Having grown up in the Western Suburbs, and committing his life to Jesus in the late 90’s, Matt has a burning desire to see the lost come to know the Lord. Matt is the Missions & Outreach pastor at South West, and also coordinates the Deacons & Ushers teams.
Elissa Parsons
Elissa Parsons is a gifted singer, musician, and songwriter; and is the Director of Worship & Creative Arts at South West. Her passionate love for God is obvious in her worship leading, for which she leads with great authority and energy.
Elissa is married to Jarred and has a new baby girl, Sienna.
Pam Asplin
Pam Asplin is P.A. to Pastors Malcolm & Karen. She joined the church staff in August 2002 working firstly in the office as administrator, then in early 2008 moving into her current role. Pam is on the leadership team of S.H.E. and also does administration for the Victorian AOG/ACC. She shares her home with a cute West Highland puppy, Gus.
The Leadership Team
Ian Keeling
Business Manager
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Mike McNamara
Real Mens Leader
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Anna McGookin
Bible College Principal
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Charlie Verzantvoort
Local Missions
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Barry McGookin
Eldership
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Steve Birch
Rangers Victoria State Director
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John Martin
Itinerant Minister & Equip Network
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Ray Mitchell
Wyndham Vale Outreach Leader
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Jarred Parsons
Link Leader
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