About our church

About Albany Bays Salvation Army

Who We Are

At our church, we are a community united by faith, dedicated to spreading love, understanding, and healing. We believe in the transformative power of compassion and the enduring strength of our shared human spirit. Our doors are open to all who seek guidance, support, and a sense of belonging in their spiritual journey.

Our Church leaders and staff

Lt Cols Rod & Jenny Carey

Officers/Pastors

Althea Walker

Children's Ministries Coordinator

Raymond Tuala

Youth Ministries Coordinator

Carla Duarte

Administrator

Erica Bariquet Lim

Community Ministries Coordinator

Our vision for Albany Bays

Our vision is to be a thriving, Christ-centered community that transforms lives and impacts our city and beyond with God’s love. We aspire to be a beacon of hope, welcoming all people to experience the life-changing power of Jesus, grow in their faith, and live out their purpose. Through intentional discipleship, compassionate outreach, and empowering leadership, we seek to inspire generations to follow Jesus and make a lasting impact on our world.

The Salvation Army

Albany bays Salvation Army is part of the wider, international Salvation Army. We sit under the New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga and Samoa Territory and receive support, guidance and accountability from this part of The Salvation Army organisation.

To find out more about The Salvation Army, what we believe and why we exist, check out our Territorial website.