Nathan Hiscock and Lachlan Edwards
Geraldton student Nathan Hiscock has been appointed the first Ministry Apprentice in the North West Anglican Church, in a major push to raise up homegrown gospel workers.
The position is part of the new 3-stage Ministry Training Pipeline which includes theological studies and a stint as a curate before graduating to lead a church.
Dean of Geraldton, Lachlan Edwards, said Nathan will serve God at the Cathedral for two years discerning his suitability for long-term ministry.
“One of the biggest challenges to ministry here is attracting gospel workers to locations that are isolated, far from family, with extreme weather conditions and highly transient populations,” he said.
“Through the pipeline, we aim to raise up able, godly, and trained workers from our own backyard who are familiar with the particular demands of ministry in our region. We pray that this means they will stay long-term.
“We thank God for Nathan – a faithful, humble, teachable young man who yearns for more people to know Jesus and grow in their relationship with God.”
Nathan’s role will include leading music ministry and playing the organ, co-leading a weekly Bible study with Lachlan, service leadership, pastoral visits as well as opportunities to preach.