Craig and Janelle Yeomans moved south from Airlie Beach and joined the Church family here at Rockhampton Baptist in January 2024 when Craig accepted a call as Lead Pastor. Craig and Janelle quickly connected with the Church family and the depth of relationship felt with them across the Church is a significant sign of God’s hand upon their move to us. Craig and Janelle have 4 adult children who they expect will enjoy being shown around our great community here in Rockhampton.

Craig completed school in year 10, and started in his first job as a shoe salesman before he completed a Diploma of Ministry in his early 20’s. Since then, Craig has added to his leadership experience and qualifications with a number of short courses, having held a range of Pastoral roles, and also through operating a 4WD business, camping store, and mechanical workshop during a break from full-time ministry.

We asked Craig what resonates most with him about Rockhampton Baptist’s vision and he shared that he’s, “passionate about following Jesus”, and that “it seems to me that everything else flows from the relationship we have with God through Jesus – He’s what it’s all about – yet that doesn’t diminish my passion for making disciples and building relationships”. Craig is excited to join the team here at Rockhampton Baptist and loves that we are a Church willing to step in and volunteer, and to work together for a big cause as we bring Jesus to bear on our lives and wider community.

Craig explained that he “loves preaching and is greatly encouraged that God uses the gift and passion He has planted within him to encourage others in their desire to follow Jesus”. He also loves collaborating with others and leading people to achieve desired outcomes using his giftings. But perhaps more than anything, Craig has a deep desire to build one on one relationships and have conversations with people to explore how to apply our Christian beliefs and practices to our daily lives in a way that is a true reflection of the teaching of Scripture and the power of the Holy Spirit.  

Connect with Craig when you’re next here with us at Rockhampton Baptist.