Meet our leadership
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Simon Lee - Minister
Simon Lee started with Cronulla Uniting Church in 2008 as lead pastor. Since then, Cronulla Uniting has changed to NEW Beginnings Uniting Church with a new vision and direction. Simon is married to his wife of 25+ years, Annette. Simon has a passion for photography and cycling.

Lachlan Blackwood - Worship Leader
Lachlan Blackwood started with NEW Beginnings in 2022. Lachlan is an accomplished musician with 20 years of worship ministry experience and brings a passion for seeing people experiencing God's love through worship.

Kerry Aberline - Chairperson Church Council / Worship Leader
Kerry Aberline has been attending the church for over 35 years. Kerry is actively involved in the music ministry at NEW Beginnings Uniting Church. Kerry has a passion for worshipping God, as well as being an avid Pokémon Go player and Artist.

Merla Ayres - Secretary Church Council / Coordinator Cronulla Community Cafe
Merla Ayres has been a long term member of the church and has been instrumental in the vision and direction of the church. Merla along with a number of other members of the church co-ordinate and run the Cronulla Community Cafe outreach program.
