Staff
Terry Alve was appointed to be Priest in Charge of St Mary's, Whitby
in January 2004. His appointment is two thirds stipended.
After several years ministering in Canterbury Anglican parishes from 1980-1994, Terry moved with his wife Margaret and four adult children to Tawa Parish where he served until 2003.
Terry has a heart for mission and serving the community. He has been chair of the South American Missionary Society (now merged with NZCMS) and the Porirua Affiliate of Habitat for Humanity. He is also a trained spiritual director and ministry supervisor.
Philip Bexley moved from his home town of West Auckland and his home
church - Massey Anglican - to Wellington in 2005 shortly before marrying Katy.
At the time he was employed by NZ customs.
Phil was appointed to be Younger Youth Worker at St Mary's in August 2006. He is stipended half time for this work.
During 2007 Phil has been studying for a diploma in Social Work at Whitereia Polytech.
Janette Sprott with her husband Wayne and daughter Emma have lived in Whitby for several years.
With a background in banking, Janette has recently returned to the workforce part time. She has been voluntarily offering administrative assistance at St Mary's on Friday mornings since early 2005. She has recently taken responsibility for property bookings.
Janette also works as a teacher aid at Marsden Whitby College.