Our mission is to see churches flourish, multiply, and grow in their effectiveness in proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Confronted with the ongoing decline of many of our churches, Northern Presbytery was moved by a deep desire to see our congregations flourish once again – one church at a time.
In early 2023 Northern Presbytery began exploring City to City Australia’s revitalisation framework. After prayerful reflection and thoughtful discussion, Northern Presbytery committed to two years of training with City to City Australia. This journey led to the development of our own Presbytery-led initiative: Launching Revitalise NP in August 2025.
Founded with a heart to serve, Revitalise NP exists to support and strengthen congregations across Northern Presbytery. Together, we can build a network of Christ-centred and thriving churches and ministries.
To proactively assist, support, encourage and equip churches within the NP to become vibrant, life- giving, gospel centered, disciple making, missional, faithful and fruitful in all they do for the sake of God’s kingdom.
To build on our strengths, recognize our weaknesses and embark on a journey that leads to personal and corporate renewal and transformation.
To recognize the unique cultural context of our churches and the communities in which they are placed, building vision, purpose, direction, momentum and growth.
To help navigate change, build trust, give hope, offer support to ministers, ministry leaders, elderships, staff and key leaders – this is a ‘whole church’ process.
Emma has served as a minister in Northern Presbytery for over 25 years and holds a Doctorate in Ministry, with her thesis on the intercultural Church. She works full-time as a Church and Mission Enabler, with a passion for seeing the church renewed, encouraged missional, and fuelled by the Holy Spirit. Excited to be leading the Revitalise NP Team, Emma is married to Mark Keown, Director of Evangelism at Laidlaw College and they have three adults daughters and four grandchildren and the family dog, Red. She enjoys cycling, reading, sports, and family time.
Tokerau (of Cook Islands, Scottish, and English heritage) was raised in Ōtara, South Auckland, and holds an Honours degree, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Theology from the University of Otago. An ordained minister of 26 years in the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa, New Zealand (PCANZ), he currently servers half-time at Mairangi & Castor Bays Presbyterian Church, the Minister Enabler for Northern Presbytery and is the Moderator of the Cook Islands Uapou Fellowship. A CTCA original learner, Tokerau is married to Tangi, with five adult children and eight grandchildren.
Becky has served in ordained ministry since 2013 and is currently co-minister of Glendowie Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA/LLB in History and Law and a Master’s degree in Public Theology. A trained Supervisor and Spiritual Director, Becky also practices law part-time with Gaze Burt Lawyers, specialising in asset planning and charitable trusts. Married to Rev. Kris Heale, with whom she has three young children, Becky thrives on challenges, enjoys problem-solving and empowering people and organisations to achieve their best to bring glory to God.
Mary spent 17 years in the financial sector before feeling called to serve where her heart truly lies – Building the Kingdom. She is currently on the treasury team for Itupa Samoa and the Board of Managers at the Pacific Islands Presbyterian Church, Newton. Having completed CTCA training in Auckland, Sydney, Bangkok, and New York, Mary is dedicated to building Revitalise NP with a vision to see churches thrive and lives transformed by the gospel. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Commerce part-time at The University of Auckland.
Listening and learning through surveys, interviews, onsite visits, and participation in Sunday service, to build a holistic picture of the church’s unique culture, challenges, and opportunities.
A detailed report is prepared with strategic recommendations, followed by a Re-Vision Workshop where the congregation shapes a clear Development Plan for growth and renewal.
Actioning the plan from the Re-Vision Workshop, including:
As the church completes the process, Revitalisation is not the end – It’s just the beginning!
Now equipped and empowered to continue to take bold steps forward in faith, extending the Gospel of Jesus Christ to your community and beyond.
Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, even until the end of the world.
