Michael van der Meulen

High School / Army and University (1986-1994):
I completed my schooling at Westville Boys High in 1986, where I also served as SCA Chairperson.

After school (1987) I worked for my parents at Florida Motors, after which (1988-1989) I spent two years doing National Service. During my time as a National Service I achieved the rank of 2LT and was a Training Officer at 5 Signal Regiment based at Wonderboom and Walmanstal outside Pretoria.

After completing my National Service I began studying at the University of Natal, completing my Bachelor of Social-Science Degree in 1992 (1990-1992). I married Lindy in December 1992. During 1993 and 1994 I studied Masters in Town & Regional Planning and graduated at the end of 1994. During my time at University I remained active in church life and was a Home Cell Leader and also participated in Chesterville Church Meetings.

Career (1995-Present)
My professional working career started in 1995 where I have practiced as a Project and Programme Manager. I have been invloved in a number of diverse projects serving the private and public sector. I also studied further and obtained a Diploma in Project Management and am a member of PMI/PMISA. I am  the owner/member of VDM Consulting and also serve as Director of Siyabalisana Property.

WCF
I have been at WCF since 1984, when I gave my life to Jesus Christ in Standard 8 at a WCF youth meeting held in the Coombe's garage - 6 Circle Drive. In 1985-1987 I was part of the youth leadership team, have served as cell leader and joined the WCF full-time staff for period of 7 years (2000-2007).

General
Lindy and I were married in 1992. We have two children, James Michael (born 1998) and Joelle Lindiwe (born 2003). I love the Lord with all my heart and desire to see His Kingdom Come in its fullness, the Church - Bride of Christ come to maturity and purity, and see the manifest presence of God break out in people's individual lives, the church corporately and overflow into society.