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  • Rev. Dr Myk Habets PhD (Theology), MTh, GradDipTertTchg, BMin

    • Senior Lecturer | Theology

    Rev. Dr Myk Habets is Senior Lecturer in Theology and Director of Research and past Head of the School of Theology at Laidlaw College. Myk Habets lectures in Systematic Theology and Ethics, focusing on constructive contemporary dogmatics, moral theology, Third Article Theology, Spirit Christology, theosis, and theological interpretation of Scripture. He is an Associate Fellow of the Kirby Laing Centre…

  • Dr Doreen Ele BMin, MTh, DIS

    • Admissions Co-ordinator | Lecturer Theology

    Doreen is the Admissions Co-ordinator in the Student Services Department, based at the Auckland campus. She also teaches Pacific Theology and Missions, provides research supervision for the School of Theology, and serves as a Distance Learning Tutor. Across these roles, Doreen has the privilege of walking alongside students throughout their academic journey, delighting in watching them grow in confidence, sharpen…

  • Dr Gregory Liston BSc(Hons), BTh, PhD (Physics), PhD (Theology)

    • Senior Lecturer - Lead Academic Undergraduate Programmes | Theology

    Dr Gregory Liston is Senior Lecturer and lead academic for undergraduate programmes. He specialises in systematic theology, ecclesiology, and gospel witness in contemporary culture. Greg’s background spans theology and physics, strategic consulting, and senior pastoral ministry, giving students a rich interdisciplinary perspective.

  • Brittany Hartmann Btheol

    • Programme Delivery Co-ordinator | Theology

    Brittany is the Theology School Administrator for Distance Learning, based at the Auckland campus. Working closely with the School Manager, she helps keep the day-to-day running of the School of Theology smooth and well organised, looking after the procedural side of the degree programmes alongside clear, consistent communication and administration for current students. Brittany is also often the first point…

  • Bradford Harmi GradDipTh

    • Pou Amorangi / Māori Director - Lecturer | Theology

    Bradford Haami is Pou Amorangi (Māori Director) and chair of Te Rūnanga o te Wānanga Amorangi at Laidlaw College. He lectures in biculturalism and Māori leadership, with extensive experience in reconciliation, intercultural ministry, and Māori intercession. Brad is also an author, journalist, and consultant for museums and media, contributing to numerous publications, films, and TV series, including Mataku, Tracker, and…

  • Dr Phillip Porter BBS, GradDip, BTh, PGDipTheol, PhD (New Testament)

    • Lecturer in New Testament | Theology

    Dr Phillip Porter lectures in New Testament Studies at Laidlaw College, teaching across the full range of New Testament literature. He was previously a Teaching Fellow in New Testament at the University of Otago (2023–2024) and brings extensive pastoral experience, including ministry in Presbyterian and Baptist churches, alongside missionary service in Vietnam. Phillip’s teaching integrates academic rigour with practical ministry,…

  • Dr John de Jong BMin, MTS, PhD

    • Head of Theology - Senior Lecturer | Theology

    Dr John de Jong teaches Old Testament, Hebrew, and Biblical Interpretation, and leads postgraduate theology programmes. With cross-cultural experience lecturing in Myanmar and serving in pastoral ministry in Aotearoa New Zealand, John integrates academic excellence with practical ministry. He also serves on editorial boards and represents Māori perspectives in biblical studies.

  • Dr Julia van den Brink BTheol, PGDipTheol. PGCertAcadPrac, PhD(Bible)

    • Lecturer in Biblical Languages & New Testament | Theology

    Dr Julia van den Brink is an Associate Lecturer in Biblical Languages and New Testament, teaching Greek, Hebrew, and New Testament Epistles. Her work explores innovative approaches to teaching biblical languages, applying insights to both in-person and distance learning. Julia is passionate about helping students engage deeply with Scripture, develop language proficiency, and apply their learning to ministry and theological…

  • Dr Samuel Carpenter BA/LLB, PGDipArts, MA, PhD (History)

    • Research and Professional Teaching Fellow

    Dr Samuel Carpenter specialises in Church History with a focus on New Zealand religious and political history. He leads the Te Rongopai ki Aotearoa Project, researching relationships between Christianity and Māori society. A former lawyer and senior historian in the Wellington Treaty sector, Sam’s PhD (2021) explored early New Zealand political thought. He is also a founding trustee of Karuwhā…

  • Loise Mauga

    • Schools Administration Coordinator | Theology

    Loise joined the Laidlaw staff team as Schools Administration Coordinator. In this role, she provides support and ensures high standards are met in the delivery of administrative requirements. Loise works closely with the Heads of Schools to ensure the smooth operation of school administration and also assists in projects relating to the provision of administrative support to Laidlaw’s faculty. Loise…

  • Miriam Jessie Fisher PGCertTH, MTh, BEd, DipTchg

    • Lecturer – Whakapono/Theology & Mātauranga/Education

    Miriam Jessie Fisher teaches across biblical studies, formation, and postgraduate theology for educators. She has taught in Aotearoa, Australia, and the UK, across state, Christian, and Māori contexts. Her teaching and research integrate arts, poetry, and textiles. She develops programmes for schools, churches, and teacher professionaMirriam Jessiel learning and is passionate about te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and Deaf culture…

  • Rebecca de Jong BA, BTh, MTh

    • Lecturer, School of Theology | Theology

    Rebecca de Jong teaches mission studies at Laidlaw College, bringing over twelve years of cross-cultural missionary experience in Myanmar with her husband John and their four children. She combines practical insights, academic rigour, and student mentoring to prepare learners for effective engagement in mission contexts. Rebecca also contributes to governance and research through board and editorial roles in mission-focused organisations.

  • Rev. Dr Karen Kemp BTheol, MA, DMin

    • Senior Lecturer (Interdisciplinary Studies / Pastoral Theology) | Senior Coach (Centre for Church Leadership)

    Karen Kemp is a Senior Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies and Pastoral Theology, Pastoral Leadership Lead, and Senior Coach at Laidlaw’s Centre for Church Leadership. An ordained Anglican minister, she teaches leadership, spiritual formation, conflict transformation, and ministry supervision, equipping emerging church leaders for adaptive ministry in local and global contexts.

  • Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker BSc, DipGrad, PostGradDip, PhD (Theology)

    • Academic Dean - Lecturer | Theology

    Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker oversees Laidlaw College’s programme development and College strategy. She teaches courses on spiritual formation, reflective practice, leadership, and pastoral ministry. An ordained pastor in the Equippers Church network, Maja is committed to guiding students in spiritual formation while addressing contemporary cultural questions of human flourishing and diversity.

  • Rev. Dr Mark Keown DipTch, BTh, ThD

    • Director of Evangelistic Leadership | School of Theology

    Mark Keown directs Evangelistic Leadership at Laidlaw College. He teaches and mentors leaders in evangelism, apologetics, and church planting. A former school teacher, Mark completed a BTh with First Class Honours and a ThD on evangelistic mandate. He is also a singer-songwriter, performing with the band “Already Not Yet,” integrating music and ministry to inspire students and church communities.

  • Rev. Dr Sarah Penwarden BA, PGCertEd, MCouns, PhD

    • Lecturer, School of Theology | Theology

    Sarah Penwarden is a practising counsellor, supervisor, Anglican priest, and part-time Lecturer in Theology. She teaches practical theology, focusing on counselling integration, mental health, grief, and loss. Her work bridges theology, counselling, and qualitative research, providing students with tools for ministry and pastoral care.

  • Rev. Joey Millington BA, MA, MTh

    • Lecturer (Theology) | Internship Coordinator

    Joey Millington is Internship Coordinator at Laidlaw College, overseeing the Certificate in Christian Ministry (Level 4) and Diploma in Christian Studies (Level 5). He teaches biblical theology, Christian leadership, and pastoral ministry as a Professional Teaching Fellow. An ordained Wesleyan Methodist minister (2018), Joey also pastors at East City Wesleyan Church and hosts the podcast Lunch on The Way, exploring…

  • Dr Roshan Allpress BA (Hons) (Canterbury), DPhil (Oxford), FRHistS, MInstD

    • National Principal/CEO

    Dr Roshan Allpress is National Principal/Chief Executive of Laidlaw College. He holds degrees in History from Canterbury and Oxford, with research interests spanning the history of social and cultural reform, evangelicalism and religious reform, the origins of philanthropy and humanitarianism, and the intersections of theology and political economic thought. Roshan helped found and lead the Compass Foundation (now Venn Foundation),…

  • Zara Maslin CertTh, CerYthWk, CertTeReoMāori, DipMin, BSocServ

    • Youth Work Lead | Professional Teaching Fellow (Theology)

    Zara leads Laidlaw College’s Youth Work programmes and teaches youth and young adult practical theology papers. She is committed to helping students apply classroom learning in practical ministry, modelling loyal leadership, character development, and proactive wellbeing. Zara previously taught at the Henderson campus and now teaches from Christchurch.

  • Antony Nihoniho MA, BSc, MIDip

    • Pou Tāhū | Theology

    Antony is a part-time lecturer at Laidlaw College, and also lectures at the University of Canterbury for Aotahi, the School of Māori and Indigenous Studies. Previously, he worked in finance teams across a variety of industries in both the private and public sectors, primarily in New Zealand, with two years in the United Kingdom. Māori on his father’s side, Antony…