2025 ANNUAL REPORT

Greetings Lifestreams family,

It is my privilege to present this Annual Report. Reflecting on the past twelve months, I am deeply encouraged by God’s faithfulness, and the resilience, generosity, and unity of our church community. This year we have seen growth—spiritual, relational, and organisational—as we continue to pursue our mission to help people find and follow Jesus.

We are committed to being a Christ‑centred, Spirit‑led, outward‑focused church that brings life to our neighbourhoods, workplaces, and the nations. This year we advanced our mission through worship, discipleship, service, and community engagement.

The Servant Leadership Team has primary responsibility for the governance of the Church, and in so doing, supporting Senior Pastor, Rod Thom, and the Ministry Leadership Team, in guiding and leading our mission. We also have legal responsibilities in conducting “the business” of Lifestreams, and the various enterprises we host and support.

Your generous tithes and offerings continue to support the operation of the Church, and we understand and acknowledge the difficulties of the continuing escalation of the costs of living. Lifestreams has remained financially stable, through wise budgeting, careful stewardship, and transparent reporting, all of which have allowed us to sustain ministry, support staff, and invest in future growth.

We have continued to extend our reach within and outside our walls, through Beyond, Lifestreams Global Family, Lifestreams Community Inc & Trust and grants from the Legacy Fund. Highlights from the year include:

• Ongoing support for local schools, community organisations, and chaplaincy
• Mission partnerships both locally and overseas
• Food relief, pastoral care, and practical assistance for individuals and families in need
• Engagement with our neighbourhood through events, hospitality, and service initiatives

These efforts reflect our conviction that the gospel is good news for the whole person and the whole community.

Our campus has continued to serve as a hub for ministry, community groups, and outreach activities. This year we invested in:

Upgrades to audio‑visual and digital infrastructure

Maintenance and improvements to ensure safety, accessibility, and hospitality

Strengthening administrative systems to support ministry effectiveness

An emphasis on the Prayer Hub supporting individual and community prayer

I want to acknowledge our operations staff and volunteers who keep our spaces welcoming, functional, and mission‑ready.

We continue to trust God as our provider and remain committed to using every resource for kingdom purposes.

Our Board and pastoral team have worked collaboratively and prayerfully throughout the year. Key governance achievements include:

• Strengthening risk management and compliance processes
• Supporting staff development and wellbeing
• Reviewing ministry priorities in light of long‑term vision
• Ensuring healthy communication between leadership, staff, and congregation

I want to express my sincere thanks to each Board member for their dedication, wisdom, and servant‑hearted leadership.

As we enter the coming year, we do so with anticipation. Our focus will include:

• Deepening discipleship pathways
• Strengthening youth and young adult ministries
• Expanding community engagement and mission partnerships
• Continuing to invest in digital ministry and communication
• Exploring opportunities for growth and innovation in how we gather, serve, and reach people

Our work with Manna Consulting on our Strategic Vision Impact and Health Assessment for the next ten years has been a focus, and with the final report in hand, we expect to continue to land some if not all of the recommendations therein.

We believe God is calling us to be a church that is courageous, compassionate, and creative in sharing the hope of Jesus with our world.

Thank you to every person who has prayed, served, given, encouraged, and participated in the life of Lifestreams this year. We constantly pray that our governance meets the highest standards. We also thank our loved ones for releasing us to serve. We value your continued partnership both on campus and online.

In Christ,

Richard Moore

Chairman

Lifestreams Servant Leadership Team

^“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2

Prayer is so diverse and powerful. There is an ongoing call for us to keep developing rhythms for praying, personally and together.

Prayer Hub

I want to thank Peter Raymond who has continued to pour many hours in 2025 into the ongoing development of our Prayer Hub; where we can come together and experience the manifest presence of Jesus and pray God’s kingdom into being in our church, city, country and beyond. Peter has now been appointed as the Prayer Hub Coordinator.

Daron Crothers commented; “The times in the Prayer Hub for Lifestreams Global Family have been incredible because it gives us the opportunity to join together as one family here and across the world praying together and interceding for the work of God. I am glad the 7^th of every month comes around quickly! The Thursday mornings dedicated for Lifestreams Karawara and her churches has had major impacts, some of which we can see, some of which we cannot see. But we know this is the difference maker. Lifestreams Karawara does not have her own building so to have a dedicated space that we can use anytime is an absolute blessing.”

Another person from our church commented; “I just want to encourage and thank you for the Prayer Hub. I had one of the board members of… (our Christian organisation) comment to me last week that they thought the time that we spent in the Prayer Hub together praying for the organisation’s key leadership changed the trajectory for the organisation.” 

Thanks also to Nomi Letchford who spent many hours painting a mural for the outside Prayer Hub wall.

We are blessed to be a blessing. The Prayer Hub is a kingdom initiative and has definitely played a huge part in our church and many other ministries, here and beyond.



God loves it when His people humble themselves and join together to pray; listening, intercession, thanksgiving, praise, adoration, confession, blessing and declaration. Please keep persevering in prayer!

May you experience more of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power in your life as you stay alert and pray with thankfulness.

Pastoral Care Ministry

As in past years, there have been lots of pressures, illness, grief, fatigue, mental illness, old age and broken relationships in our people’s lives. I am very thankful for our Shepherding Elders in the prayer and care they provide for people dealing with a very diverse range of challenges. We are also very blessed to have so many of our church step up in caring for each other. I see many people giving what they have to serve people.

Several people who visited our church in 2025 have commented on the terrific vibe there is in our church. Others commented it must be a great church because so many people are still sitting and chatting for a long time after the service finished. Another new person asked me; “how do I serve here, how do I get involved?” Another person shared with me how healing our church has been for them and others. That’s very encouraging.

Thank you to all who play their part in prayer and care for the people of our church. May you continue to follow the prompts of the Spirit in praying and caring for people. Your name may not appear in any report, but you are a significant player in God’s kingdom ministry.

“For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. ⁴ The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds”. 2 Corinthians 10:3,4

I invite you, God’s soldier, to keep growing in your engagement in this war, knowing that Jesus Christ our commander, is the King of kings and the Lord of lords.

May God bless you abundantly.

David Stanford

Associate Minister

Young Adults

Our plan for the year was to encourage all of our Young Adults to connect in and participate in the wider church community, rather than facilitating regular ‘Young Adult’ specific events. The after church coffee and lunch hangouts continued organically and were great for helping connect those who were new to our church. Without the scheduled events, more of the group also chose to join a small group, which was wonderful to see. State Youth Games was once again a highlight with over 100 participants joining our team and having a blast playing sport together over the June long weekend.

David Lee commenced his role as Young Adult Overseer in September 2025. His first task was to meet with the Lifestreams Young Adults which was held on the 21 September 2025 when over 50 young adults attended. 

During this gathering, Rod Thom, Senior Minister, and David Lee shared their hearts and vision for the ministry. A survey was conducted to better understand what the young adults hope to see and an invitation was extended for young adults to step into leadership alongside David Lee in 2026.

The new Young Adult Leadership Team for 2026 is: Alison Weaver, Kayla Maritz, John Richardson, Zac Robartson and Sidney Halse.

A Lifestreams YA dinner was held on 16 November 2025. Over 50 young adults attended, many bringing a plate to share and a gift for the ‘Stealing Santa’ game. It was a great opportunity for the Year 12s to connect with the wider young adult community in a relaxed and casual environment. We are thankful for Eloise Atkinson, Shaelyn Ladner, Kayla Maritz, Zac Robartson and Alison Weaver, who helped organise this event. What a great way to finish the year sharing good food, laughter and great fellowship together!

As we look ahead to 2026, we are excited to see how God will continue to shape the Lifestreams Young Adults to be disciples of Jesus, passionate lovers of His church and Jesus influencers in every sphere of life. 

Brian Durand

Discipleship Minister

It has been a true privilege and honour to serve as the Children’s Ministry Co-ordinator at Lifestreams Christian Church throughout 2025. This year, we have seen the Kids Ministry continue to grow and flourish. Our leaders have faithfully served with love, care, and passion, and their dedication to sharing the Gospel has had a visible impact on our children. Each Sunday, the children have engaged with enthusiasm and joy, growing in their understanding of Jesus and building meaningful friendships in a safe and welcoming environment.

In 2025, we were blessed with 36 adult leaders and 8 leaders aged under18 who served faithfully every week. They led activities, games, and Bible teaching in creative and age-appropriate ways, helping create a vibrant and faith-filled Kids Church. I am deeply grateful for their commitment and heart for the next generation.

I also had the privilege of joining the Jakarta Mission Trip, which was a powerful and unforgettable experience. Worshipping together, learning from the local community, and serving children there was deeply encouraging and a beautiful reminder of God’s work beyond our own church.

One of the highlights of the year was our Pyjama Party outreach, with 37 children attending, including 14 new children. Supported by our Kids Ministry Leaders and the Lipscomb Team, the event included worship, teaching about the Holy Spirit, games, pizza, a piñata, and a creative activity on the Fruit of the Spirit. Despite some early challenges with set-up, the event was a great success, and we received very positive feedback from parents and children.

During the school holidays, we also hosted a Family Taco Night on 1st October 2025. Families shared a meal together, played games, watched a short Christian movie, and participated in a meaningful discussion about faith and miracles. The evening concluded with a powerful time of prayer, with children praying for their parents and families praying together. It was a beautiful night of connection, fellowship, and spiritual encouragement.

In December, our children joyfully prepared 201 Christmas gift bags and around 100 Christmas hampers for those in need. They were fully engaged and excited to serve, learning about generosity and compassion in a practical way. During one of the services, I also had the opportunity to honour and pray for our leaders, presenting them with small gifts as a token of appreciation for their faithful service.

As we look back on 2025, we are filled with gratitude for God’s faithfulness. It has been a year of growth, outreach, and spiritual development. We thank God for every child, family, and leader who has been part of this journey.

This year, 2026, we are going to continue building a strong biblical foundation in the lives of our children, creating engaging and Spirit-led programs that help them know Jesus personally and grow confidently in their faith. We are prayerfully believing for continued growth, deeper discipleship, and an even greater impact in the year ahead. May 2026 be a year in which our children not only learn about Christ but also boldly live out their faith in their schools, homes, and friendships.

TREK

Our TREK program was faithfully led by Lynette Dewing for many years, and she has done an amazing job. After deciding to step down from leading TREK nights, she remained for Term 1 of 2025 to help guide the team through the leadership transition. At the end of Term 1, we held a farewell for Lynette Dewing and TREK leader Carolen Greaves, thanking them with flowers and gifts for their many years of faithful service. The children and leaders prayed for them, making it a meaningful time of gratitude and blessing as they stepped into a new season.



Our leaders grew in confidence as they learned to lead games, share Bible messages, organise activities, and work together effectively as a team. Throughout the year, we worked together to build a strong ministry that empowers each leader to serve faithfully and grow in their gifts.

In October, six of our children attended youth camp, where they experienced fun, connection, and powerful times of worship alongside the older youth. We ended the year with a combined End-of-Year Party with Rise Youth, celebrating all that God has done. I also presented small gifts to our leaders to thank them for their faithful service.

Although our Years 5 and 6 program was previously known as TREK, we will no longer be using the TREK curriculum in 2026. We are currently in a season of transition as we reshape the program and prayerfully discern a new name, which will be confirmed in Term 1 of 2026. While the name may change, our heart remains the same: to provide a Bible-based, fun, safe, and supportive environment where students can grow in their faith.

As we reflect on 2025, we are grateful for God’s faithfulness and look ahead to 2026 with great expectation, trusting for continued growth, unity, and spiritual development in the year ahead.

Alejandra Richardson

Children's Ministry Coordinator

I thank God for the opportunity to serve as the Beyond Minister across the South Perth and Bull Creek campuses in 2025.

We ran four Beyond Sundays in 2025 with speakers including Sally Lee from OMF, Ross Nancarrow from International Missions Ministry in Nepal, Brian Durand working at Lifestreams Nations (at Curtin University) and Cosmos Health Care (working in PNG, Zimbabwe and Uganda).

There were many different exposure trips in 2026. Along with Liz Roberts I helped to lead the Lifestreams Global Family Emerging Leaders Summit in Jakarta in July. This was an extra-ordinary trip with emerging leaders from Australia, Nepal, Myanmar and the Philippines joining young leader from Indonesia for a week of ministry. We worshiped and prayed together, served together in the slums of Jakarta and spent much time listening and learning from each other.

In September I led a team from Lifestreams to visit Fellowship of Hope in Cambodia. This was both a very difficult and rewarding trip. It was difficult due to the incredible trauma the Cambodian people have experienced through the horrors of the Khmer Rouge and also the ongoing war with Thailand which has displaced hundreds of thousands of people. Visiting a refugee camp was heart breaking! Yet – in the midst of such darkness Christians are sharing Christ in word and deed, which was wonderful to see.

Through John Bardsley, I was able to source rechargeable LED lanterns for 3 of our Beyond families in Myanmar, Indonesia and Cambodia. What a delight to see hundreds of these lanterns given out to people in such difficult situations so that they can see at night. In Myanmar it is allowing families to read the Bible in the evening when there is often no power.

Over Christmas we also saw a team of young people visit Alisha and Dave Besford in Bangkok. The trip was very impacting for all the young people. Unfortunately the leader (Arthur Tantiprasut) was hospitalised with kidney stones for a number of days while in Thailand.

Our Beyond family continues to do many amazing things for God! They are planting churches, training leaders and providing clean water. They are serving in slums, teaching English and reaching international students. They are training birth attendants and teaching women to run a small business so they don’t need to sell their bodies. The Beyond team is proclaiming the gospel holistically, in word and deed, so that people everywhere can find and follow Jesus.

We continue to pray for a new generation of Christians from our church to take the gospel to the nations. We continue to pray for all the finances to support our Beyond family. Thank you for your partnership. 

Luke Tassell

Beyond Minister

COMMUNITY

Our community ministry continued to grow in 2025, with more volunteers, more activities, and more people cared for across our neighbourhood. The ministry spans both Community Outreach and Community Services, and is supported by a dedicated team of 30 volunteers and 5 part-time staff: Liz Roberts (Community Minister and LCS Manager), Amanda Mills‑Ghani (Program Coordinator), Raelene Newall (Mental Health Consultant and Counsellor), Pri de Rosairo (Multicultural Service Coordinator), and Deb Barnes (Sports Coordinator). I want to express my sincere thanks to this wonderful team of staff and volunteers who faithfully love and bless our community every day. I am also deeply grateful to Lifestreams Christian Church for their generosity and ongoing support of our activities.

LIFESTREAMS COMMUNITY OUTREACH

B.L.E.S.S: We held B.L.E.S.S. Sundays in August and November, encouraging our church to love our neighbours wherever they are in their everyday lives. Kids Church brought B.L.E.S.S. to life by creating cards and helping assemble Christmas Hampers. The weekly B.L.E.S.S. Gathering continued to welcome 15–25 people, including several who are exploring faith and taking their next steps toward Jesus.

International Friends: This group met weekly in 2025 at the Victoria Park Community Centre, welcoming between 5 and 25 attendees - many with little prior knowledge of Jesus. Participants came from across Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Throughout the year we shared cultural dinner nights, Aussie pizza nights, and Easter and Christmas celebrations. The group also ran a Finding Life small‑group study designed for people learning English and exploring faith. A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful volunteer team, including Pri De Rosairo, for her significant contribution to running and supporting the group.

Lifestreams Sports: A big thank you to Deb Barnes for doing a fantastic job overseeing this area. In 2025, Lifestreams Basketball had 15 teams competing in the junior basketball competition at Lakeside Recreation Centre. Around 150 children were registered, supported by 30 dedicated coaches and managers. Their commitment is outstanding, and I’m incredibly grateful for the time and care they invest in their teams. It was also wonderful to have church member John Peletier coach a boys’ team in Semester 1. With no dads involved, John stepped in wholeheartedly and guided the team to a grand final win.

Another highlight toward the end of 2025 was forming new connections with Collier Primary School Chaplain Bethany and with YWAM. Through this partnership, we are preparing to launch a weekly after-school clinic for our junior basketballers and any children from Collier Primary. The program will offer an hour of games, fun, basketball, and a short God‑spot.

LIFESTREAMS COMMUNITY SERVICES (LCS)

Emergency Relief: Amanda Mills‑Ghani has provided outstanding leadership in this area, supported by our volunteer Community Chaplains and a committed team of volunteers. Demand for emergency relief continued to rise in 2025 as our community faced ongoing cost‑of‑living pressures, housing shortages, domestic violence, homelessness, and increasing mental health challenges.

Care Appointments: 578 appointments and drop-ins (up from 457 in 2024), with stronger client relationships and increased participation in community activities.

• Food Hampers: 506 hampers were provided (up from 412 in 2024), supported by Alta‑1 students - who packed the hampers - and generous donations from LCC members and Coles South Perth.
• Food Vouchers: 933 vouchers were issued (791 in 2024), with updated processes helping us respond more effectively to growing financial hardship.
• Toiletries: Community donations enabled us to supply essential items such as toothpaste, soap, shampoo, and other hygiene products to clients in need.
• Pay it Forward: 564 vouchers were purchased and 456 used, helping cover meals and coffees for clients without funds and contributing to Community Lunch costs.
• The CARE Co‑op: In partnership with Brot Bakery and Hands & Feet, we offered bread, treats, and low‑cost fruit and vegetables each week, with optional donations supporting the program. Through these donations, we raised $2,881.15.
• Christmas Hampers: Through the BLESSing Tree and new partnerships, we created 120 hampers, with 58 including a Kmart voucher. Families from Lifestreams and the wider community helped assemble them.

Mental Health Care and Wellbeing: LCS continued contracting Raelene Newall as our Mental Health Consultant and Counsellor. In 2025, 78 counselling sessions were delivered (down from 107 in 2024 due to Raelene taking leave). Raelene also facilitated the Thrive and Resiliency Plus workshops, providing practical tools for managing anxiety and building resilience. We also trialled a Thursday Well‑being Morning Tea, which strengthened community connections and offered gentle, early support to 6–12 people each week.

Community Belonging: Each week, up to 45 people enjoyed a meal at The Loop Café, with birthday celebrations thanks to Jan Barnard’s handmade cards. Our Christmas Community Lunch and Carols drew over 100 attendees, featuring the new BLESS BAND and a gathering of people singing carols. A big thank you to The Loop Café for creating a wonderful atmosphere all year and to all those who volunteer to connect with the community.

Christmas Community Lunch and Carols: We held the Christmas Community Lunch and Carols with 98 attendees. People from the BLESS BAND performed the carols with the audience enjoying a sing along.

Senior Events: Senior Appreciation Morning Tea was the only event held in 2025 during Seniors Week. Guests enjoyed performances from Lifestreamers Early Learning, raffles, and lively quiz sessions whilst enjoying morning tea.

MULTI-CULTURAL SERVICES 



English Conversation Circle: Each week during the school term, up to 27 people enjoyed time in conversation and building community at the Victoria Park Library.

Thrive in Australia: We held informative conversation sessions at the Victoria Park Community Centre to create awareness and improve assimilation into Australian life in an engaging way with up to 12 people each week.

Support: 59 appointments over the year at the Victoria Park Library and Community Centre to build stronger relationships, assist those looking for work with their resumes and other necessary support on their job hunt, improve mental health and wellbeing as well as increase participation in community activities.

Liz Roberts

Community Minister

Another busy year in the life of Lifestreamers Early Learning, thankfully our team are incredibly reliable and stable which helps us through even the craziest of days.

As always, our family events were well attended during 2025. We hosted our first night-time social event in July with dinner and a dance party. The café area was full of families eating and chatting before moving over to the gym for some energy-filled dances and games. This night was a big success and we look forward to more in 2026. The end of year Christmas event was a little different with no Lifestreams Christmas festival to tag onto. Nevertheless, it ended up being such a special day with more time to chat to families and the freedom to include some extra experiences for the children to enjoy. 

The Early Childhood industry faced a number of challenges during 2025 with the actions of a few causing widespread negative publicity. Unfortunately this has had an impact on new enrolments, with many families deciding to stay home longer with their children rather than risk centre based care. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Lifestreamers community for their continued support during this time. It has been encouraging to hear our families intentionally seeking us out to voice their support of our Centre, it does a lot to reduce the stress our team are feeling.

The team remained consistent for much of the year which provided great continuity for the children in our care. It was also a big year for qualifications with quite a few of them finishing their studies. I am so thankful for this team and their commitment to the children, families and each other, leading them has been a privilege!

The end of the year saw a large cohort of children moving off to school. Even though they were ready for their next adventure, it was a sad time for us here with many of them having been with us since they were babies. We are thankful for the opportunity we had to feed into their young lives and help prepare them for their future and for the trust the families have placed in us.

While 2026 has started quietly, we believe that God has placed us here for this community and trust that the enrolments will begin to flow in soon. As always, we value your prayers for our Centre and for the team and families who make up Lifestreamers Early Learning. 

Jen Hamilton

Manager - Lifestreamers Early Learning