Staff

Matt

Senior Pastor

Matt started at Kruger in January 2013 after pastoring on the Gold Coast for 8years, working with youth and young adults. He is passionate about seeing people grow in their faith in Jesus, and loves making the gospel message make sense to people from all ages and backgrounds of life.

Matt is married to his wonderful wife, Kirsten, and has three kids; Micaela, Leah and Simeon. He loves spending time with them all. You’ll often see them tearing around the streets on their regular family bike rides! Outside of church and family, he loves having a laugh with friends, watching the footy (NRL or rugby), going for a run and playing touch footy.

Brett

Creative Ministries Coordinator

Brett started attending Kruger in 2019. He has served over 16 years in ministry throughout Queensland. He is passionate about Worship and the Creative arts, and loves seeing people engage with God through many different ways. He also loves equipping & training people to reach their God-given potential.

Outside of ministry, Brett is married to Julie and has 4 children – Noah, Keira, Lucy and Samantha. He loves and is passionate about rugby league, loves a good laugh with friends and enjoys all things Science Fiction.

Luke

Associate Pastor

Luke started with Kruger in 2021 after pastoring in Sydney for a number of years. He moved up to QLD to live the acreage life with his amazing wife Amy and their boys Eli, Jasper, River, Avery, Eden & Zephy, lots of boys = lots of fun!

Luke is passionate about youth justice and helping at risk youth to find a safe place in society, caring for those experiencing homelessness in our community and good coffee.

Outside of Kruger Luke enjoys quality time with Amy & his boys, coaching their soccer team and investing time at Ju-Jitsu and the gym. You’ll also find Luke at Oikos cafe serving up some of that good coffee.

Meagan

Children's Ministry Intern

Leon

Youth Pastor

Leon has been attending Kruger since 2018 with his wife, Kimberley. They have been blessed with four daughters, Eden, Noelani, Haven, and Aniyah. Although outnumbered, Leon is proud to be a father of an all-girl squad and is grateful for their help in developing his emotional intelligence.

During his time at Kruger, Leon has served in the children, youth, and worship ministries. He loves working with young people and is passionate about them growing in their relationship with Jesus and others. He currently oversees the youth and young adult ministries.

Outside of church, Leon loves to kick back with his family and friends. Beneath the surface, he is a big geek who enjoys sci-fi flicks, gaming, and miniature painting. Some of his other interests include music, food, and sports. Leon also enjoys getting to know people and welcomes a good chat.

Jodie

Office Administrator

Jodie has been working in the office since January 2016 and attending Kruger since 2013. She helps out with our Kids Church ministry and enjoys being involved in our community events.

Jodie is married to Joel, and they have two kids; Josie and Jack (yes, lots of J’s) who all enjoy camping and taking their boxer dogs for a walk.