Who We Are
Souls Harbour is affiliated with Assemblies of God (GB) and is a Jesus-loving, Bible-believing, Gospel-preaching, Holy Spirit-following, people-embracing church. Our services are in a contemporary style with live music, including a mix of modern and traditional songs and hymns. We have a broad mixture of people of multiple nationalities, from various cultural and religious backgrounds and in various stages growth in our Christian faith. What brings us all together is simply the perfect saving grace of Jesus Christ and the desire to live for Him. As we learn and grow together, we are committed to creating a “climate for change” — changed lives, changed communities and a changed world.
Children join their parents for the praise and worship portion of the service and then be dismissed to their Sunday School classes where they have fun, engaging lessons and activities.
He led you safely back into Harbour
Our Story
Soul’s Harbour was founded in 1987 by Pastor David Flanders and his assistant Roy Little who is now with the Lord. A small group met in the Flanders’ home for a few months until they outgrew it and then moved to the St.John’s Hall. Soon after the move 19 members emigrated to Canada! After about three years the Church moved into a leased property in Fore Street where it met for nine years.
In September 1999 Soul’s Harbour moved into the present building. Initially it was going to be a short term home but the Lord began to give us great vision for the Church in this situation. The Church united behind the vision to create a youth café and extensive facilities for youth and children in different parts of the building.
In May 2001 Soul’s Harbour bought the building and began renovation and remodelling. Financial help has come form a number of charities and local businesses have been very generous in donating materials.
In June 2026 David retired with Joe Engle then taking position as lead pastor.
Unusually for a rural church we have a distinct international flavour At Soul’s Harbour we are committed to creating a “Climate for Change” ~ changed lives, changed communities and a changed world.
The Team
Joe Engle
Lead Pastor
Pastor Joe Engle has served in ministry in a wide variety of roles over many years and has taken assignment as the Lead Pastor at Souls Harbour....
Joe Engle
Lead Pastor
Pastor Joe Engle
Pastor Joe Engle has served in ministry in a wide variety of roles over many years and has recently taken assignment as the Lead Pastor at Souls Harbour in the Summer of 2026. Joe was a lead pastor in New Jersey, USA, before he accepted a position with the Anglican Communion (Church in Wales) in Wales to serve as a Mission Enabler. He is passionate about equipping the local church, raising leaders, and walking with people in their journey to grow closer to the Lord. He believes no one is too young or too old to be used by God or grow in their love for Him. Joe is married to Abi, and they have two daughters.
Our Leaders
Naomi Quinn
Worship Leader
Naomi Quinn
Worship Leader
Joanna Waters
Children’s Ministry Director
Joanna Waters
Children’s Ministry Director
Matt & Kerri Banton
Youth Leader & Worship
Matt & Kerri Banton
Youth Leader & Worship
Sandra Risdon
Pastoral Care Assistant
Sandra Risdon
Pastoral Care Assistant
Adam & Hannah Mitchell
Pebbles Leader & Men's Ministry
Adam & Hannah Mitchell
Pebbles Leader & Men's Ministry
Kelly Lamb
Grow Centre Manager
Kelly Lamb
Grow Centre Manager
Kathryn Quinn
Treasurer
Kathryn Quinn
Treasurer
Our Elders
Joe Engle
Lead Pastor & Elder
Joe Engle
Lead Pastor & Elder
Mark Sayers
Elder
Mark Sayers
Elder
Aaron Quinn
Elder & Young Adults Leader
Aaron Quinn
Elder & Young Adults Leader
Paul Besley
Elder
Paul Besley
Elder
