Leaders at TPC
Dave Brookes
Dave studied at Christ College and started at TPC in 2015. He is married to Charmaine and they have 3 kids. In his spare time Dave likes to read theology, go surfing (not easy to do in Canberra), mountain biking and camping with his family. He's always up for a good coffee as well.
Jack Batchen
Jack studied at Sydney Missionary and Bible College and started at TPC in 2021. He is married to Amanda and they have 2 kids. In his spare time, Jack likes to play and watch soccer, play guitar and write fantasy novels.
Andrew Oldfield
Andrew is married to Jeanine and worked at Jerra Community Church before it became part of TPC. He studied at Ridley College in Melbourne and has previously worked as an Engineer, Farmer, and Army Reserve Officer.
Isaac Walters
Isaac studied at Trinity Christian School and started attending TPC in 2019. In 2022 he began a 2 year MTS ministry apprenticeship and joined the staff team in 2024. In his spare time, Isaac likes to write music, play/watch basketball, soccer and hang with friends.
Tess Thomas
Tess started at TPC in 2020. Married to Daniel and a stay at home mother to three beautiful children. In her spare time Tess loves gardening, reading, being creative and baking.
Patrick Jacob
Patrick started at TPC in 2022. He is married to Treasa, and they have two children. He is currently working and, in addition, started part-time study at the Sydney Missionary and Bible College. He loves spending time with his family, reading, and exploring the Bible in his spare time.
Jenny Allan
Jenny is involved with the women's and children's ministries at TPC. She counts amongst her blessings: family, beautiful grandchildren, TPC and most of all; having Jesus as her King, Saviour and Friend. She is often found in the garden, having people over, walking, meeting up in a coffee shop or reading a book.
Rose Young
Rose is married to James and they have two children. She is an Early Childhood Teacher and loves leading teams to provide excellent programs for preschoolers. Rose enjoys hiking up the mountains around Canberra, reading, watching movies and being creative.
Emma Skilton
Emma joined JCC in 2023 and is married to Jake. Emma currently runs a wedding cake business from home in Bungendore. In her spare time, Emma enjoys gardening and baking sourdough, loves a good coffee and hanging out with her Labrador, Arlo.
Amanda Batchen
Amanda is married to Jack and is a stay at home mum to two energetic girls. Prior to being a mother she worked as a Horticulturalist in garden centres. Her current favourite hobby is learning to cook delicious Asian food - often for a crowd!