meet the team
MATTHEW BOND
Minister
Matthew has been serving God in full time ministry since the age of 18. For 16 years he travelled the world with the highly esteemed international Christian ministry drama team the Covenant Players, venturing to churches all over India, Africa, New Zealand and the United States, and meeting his wife Ruthmary in the process. Together they have grown their family from 5 children to recently arrived grandchildren. This exposure to locations and cultures from all over the world has given Matthew a heart for worship and a love for all people.
In 2018 Matthew was called from a powerful and transformative time at Burnside City Uniting Church to the congregation here at Spicer, where he has warmly embraced this loving and creative church community. He has a passion for God's word, and loves seeing people come alive in their God-given gifts and callings.
Matthew's hobbies include aviation, classic cars and motorcycles. He owns a 1969 British racing green MGB and a 1974 Triumph Bonneville (he is very good friends with his local mechanic!). Matthew is a qualified pilot and holds an American Private licence and an Australian Recreational Licence. He can often be seen in the skies over the Barossa Valley on his days off, looping the loop and defying the ground.
helen lloyd
Office Administrator
Helen has been greeting visitors and keeping our church organised and informed for over 20 years. She knows all the ins and outs, ups and downs, and even where the pens are kept!
MARGARET JUST
Playgroup Coordinator
Margaret spent her working life with kids as a school teacher. She has a heart and passion for children, and we're lucky to have her looking after our play group and children's programs
church council
Our church council is the central guiding team for our church
pam mcewin
Most weeks you'll see Pam's smiling face at the front door of the church when you first arrive. She's a key member of our welcoming team, and a mighty fine chef!
matthew bond
Our minister and resident pilot
kate argue
Kate joined us on the Council in 2020. During the week you will see her at East Adelaide Primary School supporting them as Pastoral Support Worker.
sue harding
Sue is part of the music team and helps with the Website
jane allen
Our resident rodent wrangler extraordinaire (fans of the ever popular 'Vermin' character will know what we mean!)
julia lloyd jones
Secretary of the Church Council, Julia hails from the other side of the world, and has found a home here in Adelaide at Spicer that has kept her here for many years
Peter Carrigan
Cate Bond
Richard Young
Emma Parkinson
Takes excellent care of the business side of things as our Treasurer
Our youngest member of Church Council, Cate brings a refreshingly young perspective. Her barista skills are most appreciated!
A new member of Council in 2021 but a longstanding member of Spicer community. See her helping out on the singing team .
Joined our team in 2021, bringing a wealth of knowledge about things technological. You will see and hear his work if watching our live stream services.
Resource and development committee
Our RAD team keeps Spicer up and running with their loyal behind the scenes work looking after our church facilities.
brenton niven
brian bentick
stephen diprose
Chairman
malcolm germein
tony nobbs
peter wilson
Secretary
peter carrigan
chris may
warwick jarrett
Treasurer