I serve as the Senior Pastor at Firstlight, where my heart is to see people encounter the presence of God, be transformed by His love, and grow as disciples who shine His light in everyday life. I believe in leading with authenticity, prayer, and deep relationship — always asking, “Does this glorify God?... what Is God saying to you?”
After graduating from Perth Bible College, I stepped into full-time ministry and have now served for nearly 20 years across a variety of roles. Currently, I also work as a school chaplain at YouthCARE 2–3 days a week — a practical way to love and serve our wider community.
My journey has been shaped by the Holy Spirit’s faithfulness, from encountering Jesus as a young child to being called into ministry through moments of quiet obedience and bold surrender. One of my mottos is “Hold loosely but believe greatly” — it reminds me to stay open to God's leading and trust Him fully.
My amazing husband Kenyon works FIFO, and we have a gentle but lively Border Collie named Wallace who keeps me grounded (and active)!. Whether walking the dog or preparing a sermon, I’m always listening for how God is speaking to me, our church and our city.
I’m passionate about raising up leaders, breaking down ministry silos, and building a culture where every person — from children to board members — is discipled and equipped to disciple others. My prayer is that Firstlight becomes a house of prayer, a home for the broken, and a beacon of hope for our community.
And if you ever want to reach out — I’m always up for a cuppa and a good chat.
Jeremy is our Assistant Pastor for the children, youth and life group ministries. After more than 10 years of experience in the accounting industry, he felt more suited to pastoral care and building relationships in the community. His biggest supporters are his loving wife Melina, and two sons Oliver and Jonah. He completed a Master of Divinity at Trinity Theological College in 2021 where he appreciated learning how to read the New Testament in its original Greek language and gaining a framework to see how the Bible points us to Christ.
Rev. Richard Tan served as the Senior Pastor of Firstlight from 2005 to 2024, faithfully shepherding the church through nearly two decades of growth, transformation, and spiritual depth. Originally from Singapore, he is an ordained minister with the Wesleyan Church of Australia and continues to minister widely through preaching, writing, and mentoring.
A passionate teacher of God's Word, Rev Richard has also served the wider body of Christ across Perth and internationally, offering wisdom and support to churches, mission organisations, and leaders in various nations. His heart is to see people encounter the transforming grace of God — not only within the church but in every sphere of life and service.
Alongside his wife Joanne, they are proud parents of two adult children, Amanda and Nathaniel. Rev Richard’s daily devotions are read across nations, quietly sowing the Word of God into hearts around the world. He’s always up for a good coffee and a meaningful conversation that draws people closer to Christ.
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