Mark was born in the Waikato and raised in Tāmaki Makaurau. He is married to Bridget and they have three tamariki and one kuri. Mark is a Priest in Māngere Bridge at St James church, serving under Bishop Te Kitohi Pikāhu. He has spent a number of years training in youth development, education and mission. Mark is passionate about helping people finding their place in the stories they are part of, and in particular, encouraging Pākehā to go on this journey. It’s this passion that he brings to his role as Kaiwhakahaere Matua – CEO of Karuwhā Trust. He is grateful to be a part of the Karuwhā whānau at this time in Aotearoa history.
It can come as quite a surprise to find yourself and your good mate emblazoned on the front page of a suburban newspaper.
Have you ever considered what the most important piece of furniture in your house is? Now that might seem a strange question, but consider for a moment the significance of that particular armchair, the one that beckons you to sit, sip, and ponder.