Pillar of Fire @ PIHMS

a home away from home ...
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Who We Are
The Pillar of Fire consists of a team of volunteers who live locally in New Plymouth. They are from different countries, with different walks of life and of different ages. They have one thing in common though - they love Jesus Christ!
 
The Team brings with them a wealth of experience, knowledge and wisdom. Most of all, they have a heart for the students. They are here to extend a hand of friendship to any who is longing. They also provide practical needs - transportation, food, fun and laughter!
 
Feel free to contact the POF Team should you have any questions or just need someone to talk to. They're all ears!
 
 
The POF Team for 2010


Vincent Ong

IT genius. A whiz at numbers   and Maths. Networks with the team from Singapore where he is lecturing at the polytechnic there. Husband of Candy Ong.
 


Candy Ong

Malaysian-Singaporean. Married to Vincent, has two daughters at the University of Victoria. Outgoing with bright personality, combined with a passion for dancing.


John Finnigan

Locally born and bred. Retired poultry farmer, now an expert in the latest technology gimmicks. Has travelled to India and loves music. A man of much wisdom.
Ashley Murray
 
A true Taranakian. Loves nature from which he draws inspiration for his art creations. Used to teach primary school and is now a life coach to many. Married to Maureen.
 
Maureen Murray
 
Came to the shores of New Plymouth       from England. Spouse of Ashley, mother of four children. Always willing to lend        a hand/ear and give her time in prayer    for others.
Sarah Foote
 
Originally from Singapore. Married to an Englishman and has three children. Loves gardening and cooking. Provides homestay for students.
Mervin Khoo
 
Born in Penang, Malaysia. A songbird who plays the guitar well. Chef by trade and has been in the hospitality field for 22 years. Now working for a multi-national food distribution company. Husband of Melissa.
Melissa Lau
 
A former PIHMS F&B Instructor. Born in Malaysia but couldn't stand the heat! Loves to travel and is fascinated by foreign places and culture. Has two daughters, three dogs, one cat and a husband - Mervin!