Leadership

Shared, accountable, prayerful service.

Every leadership role in Proximity Church is a servant role, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Leadership is shared, accountable, prayerful, and rooted in love for God and people.

In each team and role, every person is appointed based on calling, gifting, and character. With a an approach that aims to be collaborative, Spirit-led, and team-based, reflecting the New Testament model of shared leadership.

Team Leader: Charl Harman

The Team Leader carries responsibility for spiritual governance, strategy, and vision stewardship, ensuring that decisions made collectively by the Oversight Team are faithfully implemented.

The Team Leader is supported and held accountable by the Oversight Team in spiritual matters, and by the Trustees in legal, financial, and governance matters, reflecting our commitment to shared leadership and healthy accountability.

Paid Hours: Two days per week

    • Provide executive oversight for the church’s vision, direction, and operations

    • Work in close partnership with the Oversight Team in prayer, discernment, and decision-making

    • Lead and support the Leadership Team, offering pastoral care, guidance, and encouragement

    • Represent the church in wider initiatives and strategic conversations

Oversight Team

Jon Biddle, Charl Harman, Kwok Lee, Wendi Lee

The Oversight Team supports the Team Leader in spiritual governance, strategy, and vision stewardship; acting as a spiritual anchor for the church.

    • Shepherd and disciple people within their House Church or ministry

    • Provide pastoral care and spiritual leadership at a local level

    • Lead and host church gatherings, meetings, and ministry initiatives

    • Partner with the Oversight Team and Team Leader in shaping church life

Leadership Team

Charl Harman, Debbie Olajugbagbe, John Peters, Scott Riddle

The Leadership Team provides pastoral care, discipleship, and operational oversight within their House Churches and ministries, while contributing to the wider leadership of the church.

    • Shepherd and disciple people within their House Church or ministry

    • Provide pastoral care and spiritual leadership at a local level

    • Lead and host church gatherings, meetings, and ministry initiatives

    • Partner with the Oversight Team and Team Leader in shaping church life

Trustees

The Trustees hold responsibility for the church’s legal, financial, and governance oversight, ensuring Proximity Church operates with integrity and in line with its charitable purpose.

Trustees provide the secure framework that enables pastoral leaders to focus on spiritual leadership and mission.

    • Ensure compliance with charity law and good governance

    • Provide financial oversight and stewardship of resources

    • Oversee responsibilities connected to our leased premises, including insurance, safety, and risk management

    • Support long-term sustainability and strategic decision-making

Operations Manager: Wendi Lee

The Operations Manager supports the practical and organisational life of the church, helping ensure that vision is lived out clearly, sustainably, and with good care.

Paid Hours: One day per week

    • Support the Oversight and Leadership Teams

    • Coordinate church calendar, rhythms, and events

    • Maintain good practice across church operations

Last updated: February 2026