The Wayfarer Collective is an initiative of the Village Churches Network.

The VCN is a group of churches working together to explore new ways of being church in the 21st century.

Ballarat South Uniting Church

Brown Hill Uniting Church

   Creswick-Clunes     Uniting Church

St Martin's Chapel Blackwood

Our People

Fiona Ross

Creative Ministry Director

Fiona is an Ignatian Spiritual Director and Deep Coach whose work is grounded in contemplative practice, deep listening and creative expression. She draws on an extensive background in educational leadership, music and the creative arts. A traditional singer, voice facilitator and sound practitioner, Fiona's approach is embodied and intuitive, weaving music, silence and therapeutic sound into experiences that invite presence and depth. She supports people to slow down, listen deeply and come into closer relationship with themselves, with others and with the sacred. You can find out more about Fiona and her work at fionaross.com.au

Robyn Zanon

Lay Presider

Robyn is a lay presider who leads worship and conducts the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion for congregations across the Village Churches Network and beyond. A lifelong churchgoer, in recent times she has sought to explore her faith more deeply. This led her to undertake some studies at Pilgrim College.

Robyn played a significant role in the renovation of the Blackwood Uniting Church building (now St Martin's Chapel), helping to create a welcoming and flexible space that serves the community in a variety of ways.

An artist and educator, Robyn enjoys helping others engage with the arts as a pathway to reflection and connection.

 

Samantha White

Marketing Coordinator

Samantha brings to The Wayfarer Collective a background in both marketing and the arts. Currently completing postgraduate studies in Social Work, her training and experience includes holistic counselling, end-of-life education and support, behavioural science, creative writing, performing arts, and ritual facilitation. Her work is informed by her commitment to social justice, care for the earth, and the decolonisation of the sacred. She is passionate about the vital role of community, creativity and belonging in helping us navigate difficult and rapidly changing times.