Rev. Jonathan also assists with Chapel services at the Freier Campus in preparation for the next Freier Campus Chaplain.

What do you like most about working at Hume Anglican Grammar?
In 2023, I was in a season of discernment and prayer and, during that time, God reminded me of the wonderful memories I had as a chaplain in a government school a few years earlier. I served there for two years and, when that chapter ended, I sensed there was still more for me to do in chaplaincy and in schools.

What really stood out to me when I interviewed for this role at Hume was the number of children who, like me, are first-generation migrants. Since beginning here, I’ve been incredibly grateful for the amazing staff teams we have across each campus. I’ve had so many valuable conversations with colleagues and have seen firsthand what a blessing they are to Hume Anglican Grammar.

Can you provide us with a 'snapshot' into your daily routine at school?
As an Anglican priest, I pray what is known as the Daily Office, which is a discipline and rhythm of prayer that we are encouraged to follow each day. So, I begin every morning with the Daily Office, praying for as many people in our school community as I can, from SLT to the grandparents I’ve spoken with at school pick-up.

After that, I usually prepare staff and students for chapel services. I also make time to visit RAVE classes as regularly as I can to support and connect with students in that setting.

Who has had the biggest impact on your career and why?
My former pastor and his wife have had the greatest influence. At the time, I was content working with local young people and didn’t fully understand what was involved in training to become a minister. Unbeknownst to me, they had been praying that I would begin to consider a vocation in ministry.

Eventually, I started asking questions about what that would entail, though I struggled to see how it would all come together. Looking back, I’m very grateful for the various churches that have supported me along the journey to being trained and ordained.

Fast Four:

If you could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be? 
Bill Russell - NBA great.

What is one thing most people don’t know about you? 
I am a boxing coach.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? 
Teleport food to hungry people.

If you could only eat one cuisine for the rest of your life, what would it be? 
Mexican.