The Reformed Church
of Silverstream
Who we are
Our Church is a family church, with a mixture of young families, retirees, couples, single people and youth. We have approximately 200 members, from different backgrounds, meeting together because we share a common faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Jesus Christ alone is the head of the church, but He has appointed leaders to represent His rule in the church. These are the Pastor, Elders, and Deacons who are tasked with providing pastoral care, spiritual oversight, and direction.
The Pastor is tasked with leading the weekly worship services, administering the sacraments, and carrying out pastoral work within the church community.
The Elder's key responsibilities are ensuring the teaching and practices reflect accurate biblical theology and visiting the members of the congregations, especially the widows, the lonely and the sick. The Elders also provide conflict resolution, Christian discipline, and restoration.
Our Deacons comfort the distressed and encourage the congregation to show Christian mercy to those in need. They also care for the sick and needy both inside our church and in our community. They also manage the administration of funds that are collected.
Our Elders & Deacons
Martin Verbokkem
Elder
Martin works as a workshop supervisor and is a qualified joiner. Previously a dairy farmer, he and his wife Ingrid live on a lifestyle block just outside of Upper Hutt. Martin enjoys a casual game of golf and fishing.
Blair Posthuma
Deacon
Sports, mountain biking, motorcross, water sports and anything active keep Blair entertained when he isn’t spending time at work as a plumber or with his family and Raffy his dog.
Ben De Vries
Elder
Ben is a passionate fisherman with a love for the outdoors, often spending his free time by the water, casting a line and diving. He is a natural storyteller, weaving tales from adventures at his contracting business, hunting or family life, and is always up for a friendly chat.
Dave Leenders
Elder
Dave and Jantina are proud to call Silverstream home. Dave runs his own construction business and enjoys making the most of the outdoors through fishing and hunting. Together, they love spending quality time with their family
Jared Bruning
Elder
Originally from Australia, Jared moved to New Zealand to be the Head Teacher at the Silverstream Christian School. He then married his lovely wife Natalie, and they are raising their young family in Upper Hutt. Jared loves to meet new people and enjoys reading, listening to music and playing guitar.
Jos Landkroon
Elder
After being a career Fireman for many years, Jos has been working in sales for the last decade in Upper Hutt. Jos and his wife Judy raised their family in Silverstream and are enjoying being grandparents.
Ed Holtslag
Deacon
Trained by his father as a cobbler, Ed owns a shoe repair store in Lower Hutt. He enjoys listening to talk shows, football, and watching motorsport. Ed and his wife Evelyn are excited to have just had their first grandchild!
DEAN Posthuma
Deacon
Dean is a farm boy at heart, always eager to spend his free time at his parents' farm. Whether he's helping with fencing, hunting, or riding motorbikes, he thrives on hard work and outdoor adventures.
Roger Posthuma
Elder
Roger is an automotive machinist by trade and has for the past 18 years had the privilege of working on WW1 aircraft engines. He and his wife Miriam live locally and enjoy tramping, camping and spending time with their children and grandchildren.
Stu Williams
Deacon
Stu and his wife Bec are big foodies who love to cook and share a meal with friends, family, and “friends to be”! They enjoy travelling now that their family are all grown and would love to tell you stories about their trip to Japan.
Bert
Van der Werff
Elder
After moving over from The Netherlands decades ago, Bert and his wife Janny raised their family on a lifestyle block outside of Upper Hutt. Bert still enjoys working on his property growing bulbs and spending time in the outdoors.