FIEC Staff:

Bruce Bennett - Acting National Director

Bruce joined FIEC as a chaplain in April 2021 after serving as the Senior Pastor of Orange Evangelical Church for many years. Bruce is married to Robyn and they continue to be members of OEC.

Greg Gardiner - Operations Pastor

Greg is our new Operations Pastor. Prior to joining us in October 2024, Greg was the Senior Pastor of Disciples Church in Springfield, Qld. He brings more than 30 years ministry experience to the role. Greg is married to Fiona and they have 6 adult children. He and Fiona continue to be members of Disciples Church.

Ruth Sheath - Women’s Network Coordinator

Ruth coordinates our work among women in the fellowship. Ruth also works as a chaplain at Moore College and as a coach with Geneva Push. Ruth has been a member of The Lakes Church at Tuggerah on the NSW Central Coast since it was planted 20 years ago. She is married to David (Senior Pastor at The Lakes Church) and they have 3 adult children.

Dean Ingham - Operations Manager

Dean has been the FIEC Operations Manager since 2018. He has been in ministry for over 30 years, including two stints at Crossroads in Canberra and 10 years with CMS in Italy. Dean is married to Jo and they have 4 adult children. He and Jo are members of Crossroads.