Our Pastor

David Maharey is married to Laura and they have a son George and a daughter Lily. David took over the pastorship of Oasis Family Church in June 2018. David is passionate about communicating for a change. He loves to see people’s lives changed for the better by God’s truths. David has a variety of work backgrounds from cheffing to horticulture to river engineering and now following his calling into ministry and his passion for God’s Word.
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Our Asst. Pastor

Philip Manson is happily married to Liz, they have six children and a growing number of grand kids. Philip took up the part-time role of Ministry Assistant in March 2019, before becoming full-time Assistant Pastor in January 2020. Philip is passionate about building strong communities within the church and outside, he believes that you can only fulfill the great commission if you get out into the world and meaningfully connect with people. Helping children and young people grow in their faith, and be strong in their life as a follower of Jesus is a passion for Philip.

Our Finance Admin

Nic Hayes is married to Geoff, and with their two sons, Sam and Oli have been part of Oasis since 2012. They live and work on a small diverse farm and enjoy the outdoors of Marlborough. Nic has an administration background in logistics and inventory management, and stepped into the Finance role in April 2018. Nic enjoys using her skills and experience as she serves God and Oasis in this role.

Our Administrator

Emily Wilson is married to Jonathan (Jono) and with their children Grace and Edwin  have been a part of Oasis since 2017.
With a background in administration and beauty therapy, her passion lies in helping people, efficiency and the environment. Emily enjoys being part of the Oasis Worship team and sharing God's word through song.

Our Eldership

We have an eldership in governance at Oasis Family Church that consists of our six elders; Peter Booth, Steve Handisides, Cheryl Clark, David Maharey and Simon Moar.

Rosemary Crockett

​Rosemary and Steve married in 1983 and family has played an important part in their journey together. They have 4 married sons, and are currently blessed with 8 grandchildren, but watch this space! Both Rosemary and Steve have been involved in teaching for many years. On a Sunday, Steve’s smiling face can often be found serving morning tea and Rosemary is an active member of the worship team. She is passionate about helping people to grow from their God given strengths, secure in the knowledge of who they are in Christ.

Cheryl Clark

Cheryl is married to Matthew and they have two teenagers, Emma and Thomas. Cheryl would describe her life as mostly a creative one. Starting out with a career in graphic design she currently has an online business with her sister selling their own clothing label throughout New Zealand. Cheryl has a passion to see people become God’s best version of themselves.
Matthew can be found either on the cricket pitch or in the classroom teaching History at Marlborough Boys College. Matthew heads up the Social Sciences Department and is passionate about history. He is also a fountain of knowledge which comes in particularly handy on quiz night.

David Maharey

Our pastor, David, is married to Laura. David grew up in Nelson but the diversity of his previous work experience has seen him live in lots of different places throughout New Zealand. David is passionate and excited to see God's plans for our church, town and wider community come to fruition. Laura is originally from London and trained as a seamstress on the West End in costume making. She continues to use her sewing skills in Blenheim. David and Laura have two children, George and Lily.

Simon Moar

Simon is married to Simone and they have three young sons. They have been involved with Oasis Family Church since moving to Blenheim from the Manawatu in 2012. Simon works in the aviation field with a local helicopter company. He is excited to be serving in the eldership and is passionate about growing the next generation to know God's love. 

Peter Booth

​Peter Booth’s wife is Sue and they have two married children and eight grandchildren.
While being well past the age of retirement, Peter feels that God is not finished with him yet! Retirement has provided Peter with greater opportunity for him to invest his time and experience in service for the Lord.  Looking back Peter sees the many ways that the Lord has been equipping him.
Soon after his marriage to Sue in 1967, Peter trained and became a full time worker with Open Air Campaigners.  In 1974, and after completing a Missions diploma at the Bible College of NZ (Laidlaw College), Peter and Sue heeded Gods call, and along with their family spent the next twelve years engaged in missionary work in the Philippines.
Upon returning to NZ, Peter took on a part time Pastoral position then later returned to his former trade where he managed his own business while continuing to be involved in various roles within the local church.
Peter has a heart for mission both locally and beyond.  He and Sue together desire to see people come to know Jesus as well as to encourage and enrich the lives of others.

Steve Handisides