Minister - Rev. David Balchin
Rev. David Balchin came to waihi with his lovely wife Christine and Children (Jean, John, Andrew, Will, Jill, Lucy, Peter, Rebecca and most recently little Jack)
David was born in Glasgow but immigrated to NZ with his family at the age of ten when his father (John) was called by first church-Papakura.
David's academic qualifications include: BD (BCNZ 1993), BA [English & Philosophy] (1976-1979) and a MTheol through Otago University. He graduated from Knox College 2005 and was Licensed into Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa NZ in June 2006. He served for some years on the National advisory Council for Evangelism Explosion NZ.
Session Clerk - Charles Mcdonald
Behind every good pastor there is a good... session clerk!
Pastor Dave's right hand man and the Lord's faithful
servant, Charles Mcdonald serves behind the scenes
to make sure the church is running smoothly.