Meet the Team
The People of Capernwray New Zealand
Since 1995 we have had a dedicated team of people from different walks of life and corners of the globe. All working together with one common goal and heart felt desire; to provide a place of knowledge and teaching so students can grow in their relationship with Christ. As well as this gain experiences they will never forget and make friends for life. Meet our wonderful team at Capernwray New Zealand.
With the COVID pandemic impact on the school operations, several of our staff have transitioned to other work opportunities. Some are hoping to return once the borders are open and the courses are running again, but we anticipate having some fresh team to join us also.
National Director
A graduate of Capernwray Hall in England, Peter has a passion for the Word and enjoys teaching its truths. He also loves climbing, kayaking and cycling.
Peter is married and has 3 children.
Business Manager
Glenn is a local, growing up close to the Monavale Campus. He joined the Capernwray NZ staff in 2007 where he gains immense personal satisfaction in his support role by seeing the lives of students and others enriched through a closer personal relationship with Christ. Glenn, his wife Mags, and son Philip, all have a love of the great Kiwi outdoors – especially the beach and mountain biking
House Manager
Larisa joined our team in January 2016. She has a background in health care, practicing as an Occupational Therapist. Larisa has also served in the UK with Oak Hall Expeditions, Youth with a Mission (YWAM) and in NZ with Bible Study Fellowship (BSF).
Office Administrator | Registrar
Originally from the UK, Annette joined the team in 2019. Annette is married to Bruce with two adult children. She loves to read, bake and spend time with her family.
Field Representative
Originally from Canada, Dale has been with Capernwray for over 25 years. Before this Dale lived, studied, and played in Vancouver for 7 years where he was a certified Journeyman Carpenter by day, and a ‘heavy metal’ musician by night! He and his wife Patti then spent several years on staff at His Hill in Texas before coming to NZ. They pioneered the Capernwray ministry on the South Island and ran 'The Crossing' Bible School programme and conferences for 11 years. Dale is now a Field Representative for Capernwray New Zealand overseeing conferences and events on the South Island and regularly teaching in the Bible School at Monavale. Dale is also the Founder and Director of JumpStart since 2010, a camp ministry aimed at Home-educated teens.Dale enjoys other cultures, spicy food, strong coffee, and spending time in the outdoors with his kids! Dale’s desire is to see people come to know the fullness of the indwelling and risen Lord Jesus Christ in their lives, and to see that the Word of God is firmly established in their hearts and minds, for the REST of their lives!
