Pastoral Staff
Josh Tan | Pastor
Josh is married to Angela and they have one child (Jacob). Josh has lived in Brisbane’s southside for more than 25 years. Before entering pastoral ministry, Josh graduated from the University of Queensland and worked in architecture. After graduating from Queensland Theological College with a Masters in Divinity, Josh was called to pastor at Hertford Street Baptist Church in 2017.
Josh also serves on the Ignite Training Conference Board for QCCA and on The Men’s Conference Brisbane committee. In his free time, Josh enjoys music, sport, fishing and food. Josh is passionate about proclaiming Christ and making disciples, and enjoys seeing people grow in their knowledge and love for Jesus.
Tim Sparks | Student Minister
Tim is a member of Hertford Street Baptist Church who is studying at Queensland Theological College. Tim has a passion for cross-cultural ministry and seeing people come to Jesus and grow in Him. As a Student Minister, Tim will be trained and equipped in a wide range of pastoral skills as he is exposed to church ministry.
Tharindu Fernando | Student Minister
Tharindu is a member of Hertford Street Baptist Church who is studying at Queensland Theological College. Tharindu has a passion for seeing people come to Jesus and enjoys talking to people about the good news of life in Him. As a Student Minister, Tharindu will be trained and equipped in a wide range of pastoral skills as he is exposed to church ministry.
Deacons
The Leadership Team is comprised of our pastoral staff and deacons. At HSBC, deacons oversee the spiritual and administrative aspects of the church.Â
Our church deacons are Spencer Felix (Treasurer), Jeff Mak, Ken Mihill, Jonno Furneaux (Secretary), Tharindu Fernando and Tim Sparks.