Staff Spotlight

Christian Studies Department

The Christian Studies Department is ably led by Mr Ben Gibson, who commenced at Shore in January 2021.

Mr Gibson has a diverse professional background, commencing his career in the corporate world with a cadetship at KPMG. He completed a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Secondary Education and worked with a wide range of clients from big multinationals to small start-ups and charities. Faith was a driving force in his life to leave the corporate world and enter church ministry.

Mr Gibson believes that two realities drive Christian Studies at Shore. The first is that the School was founded upon the belief that the Bible is God’s Word, through which Jesus invites us into repentance, faith and fullness of life. The second is an awareness that Shore draws students and families from a variety of religious and non-religious backgrounds, and that every student should be respected as a thinker and affirmed as an individual.

“We do not coerce or dictate, but we commend and invite. We hope to promote critical thinking, robust discussion and deep reflection as our students consider who they are, what they believe and the truths by which they will live their lives,” he says.

Mr Ben Gibson

Mr Gibson leads a dedicated and talented team which has a clear vision for the future. He feels that the diversity of the team is the most valuable contribution to students. He notes the fantastic addition of Mrs Mel Domingo joining the department as Master-Assisting, bringing a wealth of experience in Chaplaincy and curriculum design. He also expresses thankfulness for Reverend Anthony Benn and Mr Cameron Burke, and for the fresh perspectives of Mrs Simone Waters, Mr Ed Craig, and Mr Chris Nicholls, who have joined us this year and made valuable contributions to the team and the students.

“Due to the nature of the subject, the way that God has wired and worked in the life of each staff member shapes their perspective and operation as a Christian Studies teacher. Different staff connect with different students at different times, and I believe that God has provided us with a healthy balance and synergy between the members of the team.”

The Christian Studies Department is integral to everything we do at Shore and provides the platform for developing the hearts and minds of our students.

Top Image Credit (left to right): Rev. Anthony Benn, Mr Ben Gibson, Mrs Simone Waters, Mr Cameron Burke, Mr Ed Craig, Mrs Mel Domingo and Mrs Chris Nicholls.