Andrew joined the St Annes family in 2021, having served at churches in Caringbah, South Sydney and Gladesville. He came to believe in Jesus at 19 when a friend invited him along to a church service and he began reading the bible for himself. Over the course of the following 6 months, as he met with a Christian friend and asked lots of questions, God opened his eyes to see the incredible love and forgiveness of Jesus. It’s a joy that has shaped Andrew’s life ever since. Andrew is married to Jess and they have two boys. Apart from sharing the good news about Jesus with others, Andrew enjoys coffee, basketball, chess and watching Star Wars with his son.
David joined the St Annes family in 2020, having served in a Chinese church in Campsie. He is an assistant minister across the whole of St Annes, with a focus on the Mandarin ministry. David completed BD at Moore College and MCS at China Evangelical Seminary (Taiwan). Prior to full-time ministry, David worked as a researcher in science education and has degrees in environmental science, rural management and chemistry. David is married to Annie and they have one young daughter. In his spare time, David enjoys reading, visiting museums, bushwalking and good coffee.
Tony joined the St Annes family in 2022, having just completed his theological degree at Moore College. He is an assistant minister across the whole of St Annes, with a focus on the 10am English ministry. Prior to being a minister, he worked as a ceramic engineer, where he enjoyed being a part of a team that manufactured bricks to build houses. But he was convicted by the Holy Spirit that building God’s house was more valuable, so he gave up a promising corporate career to join God’s team in building a house that would last forever. Tony is married to Yenli and they have 2 young boys. Tony enjoys going to buffets and playing table tennis, but not at the same time.
Jessie joined the St Annes family in 2023. Before this, she worked as an editor in the media industry in both Australia and China. After migrating to Australia in 2016, Jessie began attending church programs in West Ryde, where she became a Christian. God's work in her life has profoundly changed her perspective on the world and her own life, thus the way she lives. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, and hiking in good weather. Jessie is fluent in Mandarin and English, so will be able to help with both Chinese and English administration. She is in the office on weekdays (except for Thursday).
Vivian joined the St Annes family in 2020 and started on the staff team in early 2024. Vivian is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese and English. Her focus is on supporting the Mandarin ministry and the Mandarin congregation at St Annes, while completing her theology degree at Chinese Theological College Australia. Vivian started her Christian journey when a friend invited her to church to help her answer the question: “Why are there so many Christians in the world?” Vivian enjoys singing, travelling and designing.
After a year with us as a Student Minister, Carole joined the team in January 2024, with a focus on ministry to younger children and their families. As well as this, Carole enjoys looking out for ways to love and disciple the broader church family. She works with the team on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays. She recently completed her degree at Moore College, and is serving alongside her husband Cameron who is a Student Minister at the church. She and Cameron will be welcoming their first child in June, and as a family they hope to support rural ministry in the years ahead. Carole loves trying to keep plants alive, miscellaneous craft projects and getting to know people well.
Cameron joined the St Annes family as a Student Minister with his wife Carole in January 2023. He is currently in the final year of his Bachelor of Divinity at Moore Theological College. He and Carole are expecting their first child in June 2024. Next year they hope to find a place to serve in rural / regional Australia. Cameron enjoys history, reading, powerlifting, making cheese, and any other activity combining the above.
Fiona joined the St Annes family in January 2023 after moving down from Newcastle to study full-time at Moore Theological College. She currently oversees the Kids Bible Fun team which looks after the Sunday program for primary school children. It is such a privilege to partner with families to raise their children to know and love the Lord Jesus. In her spare time, Fiona likes to hang out with friends, preferably by the ocean or playing some kind of sport.
The doctrinal basis of our church and teaching is drawn from the Scriptures and clearly expressed in the Anglican formularies of the 39 Articles, The Book of Common Prayer and the Creeds. The statement of faith here is a summary of that teaching from the Crusader Union of Australia.
This means we believe that:
(2 Timothy 3:14-17; Matthew 5:17-19; Colossians 3:5-17; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11)
This means we believe that:
(Genesis 1:27; Psalm 145:17; John 15:12; Romans 3:9-23; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 1:18-20)
This means we believe that:
(Matthew 1:18-25; John 1:1-14; Colossians 1:15-20; 1 Peter 3:18)
This means we believe that:
(John 20; 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 12-58; Acts 1:9; Acts 2: 32-39; Hebrews 7:24-25)
This means we believe that:
(Romans 5:1; Ephesians 2:8-9; Acts 4:12; John 14:6; John 1:12)
This means we believe that:
(Titus 3:5-7; John 16:5-11; Romans 8: 5-9; 1 Corinthians 2: 10-15)
This means we believe that:
All Christians can be sure of being raised from the dead to be with God forever.
We can be confident that even our death will not separate us from God’s perfect love.
We have no reason for pride as our confidence does not come from anything we have done.
(John 3:16; 1 Corinthians 15:12-28; 1 Peter 1:3-5; 1 Thessalonians 5:8-11; Romans 8:38-39; Ephesians
2:8-9; Romans 10:9; 1 John 5:11-13; Philippians 3:12-14)
This means we believe that:
This world will end only when God sends Jesus Christ back to earth.
Jesus has not yet returned to the earth, but will come at a day and hour which is unknown by
any human.
We need to be ready for that time.
(Acts 1:11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-5:11; 2 Thessalonians 1:9-10; Matthew 25:1-13)
This means we believe that:
Christians will not be perfect during this life but will be progressively becoming more like
Jesus Christ as a result of the Holy Spirit’s transforming work in their lives.
Christians, empowered by the Holy Spirit, should be committed to prayer and Bible reading,
sharing the good news of Jesus, serving others, doing good in the world and meeting regularly
with other Christians.
(John 14:16, 26; 1 Peter 1:2; Ephesians 1:17-19; Acts 1:8; Ephesians 4:1-16; Ephesians 2:10; Hebrews
10:25; Philippians 4:6-7; Romans 8:26; Ephesians 6:17-18)
As a church, we financially and prayerfully support a number of cross-cultural workers, Christian ministries, and aid organisations. Below are just a few of our current partnerships:
The history of Ryde has long been associated with St Annes Anglican Church. The church was established in 1826, and continues to play an important role in the city of Ryde. It is the third oldest Anglican church in Australia. For more information, click here.
Visit our 8am English service or 10am English service or 10am Mandarin service.
