Michael Rhodes is an ordained Presbyterian pastor and teaches the Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael has spent the past 18 years serving in Christian ministry, with a heart for helping people see how Scripture speaks into real life. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, he now lives in South Auckland with his wife Rebecca and their kids Isaiah, Amos, Nova, and Jubilee. Michael spoke at Easter Camp 2024 and we’re pumped to have him back sharing with us again this year.

Anna is proof that you can take the girl out of Hamilton, but you can’t take Hamilton out of the girl! Now happily based in Auckland, she carries her hometown pride like a badge of honour! A wholehearted Jesus-lover, Anna is passionate about seeing people step boldly into the fullness of their call in God. She’s rooted in community at Saint Augustine’s, where she finds joy in worship and weaving connections with people on their own faith journeys. Outside of mahi and church, Anna can usually be found in the company of her two purrfect cat companions. She also has a paint by numbers hobby (aka 'therapy with a paintbrush’).

A natural encourager, Anna has the rare gift of mixing depth with delight, happily talking about theology one moment and then tossing in a quick pun the next. Her life is one big canvas of faith, fun, and friendship, and she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Blue Bradley is the Director of Northern Easter Camp and has been part of the camp’s leadership for over a decade. He keeps coming back year after year, inspired by the faith, energy, and hunger for God that thousands of young people bring together each Easter. After a life-changing encounter with Jesus as a teenager, Blue has dedicated his life to sharing the hope of Jesus and seeing young people across Aotearoa encounter their Creator and discover the purpose they were made for.

Majella Aneru is passionate about helping young people find their place in God’s family. She serves as Youth and Creative Pastor at Beachlands Baptist church, and has a deep love for leading people in worship to see them connect with their creator. Outside of ministry, she enjoys spending time with her family, walking along the beautiful coast, and writing worship songs with her band, Alabaster Worship. Majella is also part of the Easter Camp worship team, bringing her energy and heart for God to the EC stage.

Renee knows she is on this Earth for one reason; to tell people of a man who chose to hang on a cross because He was thinking about them, about their created value and purpose. Renee knows deeply that there is a God who put His son through death to declare us Holy and that our lives are worth the blood of Jesus to God. Based in Auckland, Renee lives with her parents and three younger siblings. She is a youth leader at Northgate Baptist and a student at the University of Auckland. Renee loves people — a lot! She’s always up for good banter, meeting new faces, and diving into deep, meaningful conversations.

Liam Turner is an energetic 23-year-old from the sunny Bay of Plenty. He is currently the Kids Pastor at Bethlehem Baptist Church and has been serving as part of Bethlehem Baptist Youth for the past five years. Liam is a familiar face to Easter Camp, having been jumping around on stage for the last few years as part of the worship team.

Liam is currently studying at Carey Baptist College and loves a good training session, Bible study, early mornings, and late nights. Always down for a chill yarn (or a deep one), Liam is equally keen for a spontaneous worship moment or a well-planned karaoke night. Despite popular belief, he can’t do a backflip (yet), but he can jump around, bring the energy, and dominate a good dance-off!

Jessica Hewlett is a 19-year-old follower of Jesus from Eastgate Christian Centre, where she regularly preaches and serves as a youth leader. She loves writing, talking, and is passionate about seeing young people encounter the love of God and realise that He has a real plan and purpose for their lives. Easter Camp has played a huge role in Jess’ own faith journey, with God using camp to bring real change and show her His love and grace. After speaking at the EC24 Youth Takeover, Jess is excited to be back at Easter Camp again and can’t wait to share what God has put on her heart with us this Easter.

You know him, you love him, and he's back again. We're blessed to have Stephen back with us at EC26 as one of our MCs.

You may recognise Chizane as the one who woke your mate up at 4am for The Wakey Wakey Show. This year she's trading the early mornings for the stage as she joins us as one of our MCs.