We’re creative
We use innovative creative arts to make moments of awe and wonder.
We’re spirit-led
We allow the Holy Spirit to move freely in our church
We’re contemporary
We are the church of today
OUR BELIEFS
Loving God. Loving People.
Our Structure
Hosanna Porirua is part of the Baptist Union of NZ and the wider Christian Church. We are lead by a team of pastors and elders.

Adele Vannathy
Adele is our Lead Pastor. Under God, she is responsible for strategic leadership and vision for the church. She believes in empowering leaders, and in finding and cultivating the seeds of vision planted in each person. Adele is married to Duk and they have three children.

Robert Rodriguez
Rob is our Assistant Pastor, joining the team in 2018. Originally from Texas, Rob is married to Laura and they have two children – Bella and Matteo. Rob regularly delivers inspirational messages in our Sunday services and is a key part of our pastoral care team.

Steven Knipping
Steven is one of our church elders. Our elders are responsible for spiritual oversight and overall care of the church.

Denise Knipping
Denise is one of our church elders. Our elders are responsible for spiritual oversight and overall care of the church.