Michael van der Meulen

High School / Army and University (1986-1994):
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 and in 1986 was the SCA Chairperson in Westville Boys' High School.

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 – That was a great idea. During 1993 and 1994 I did my 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-March 2000)
My so called working career spanned 1995 to April 2000 where I practiced as a Project Manager, being invloved in a number of diverse project scenarios. During this time I also completed a Diploma in Project Management. In early 2000 I was invited to join the staff on WCF, and did so on the 1st April 2000.

WCF (1 April 2000 to present)
I have been part of the WCF staff since 1st April 2000. My current office responsibilities include the general administrative and project responsibilities of W.C.F and S.A.M. I am also involved in cell leadership, from time to time have some preaching and/or teaching responsibilities, and join SWAT Team Trips when available to. As a Save-a-Child committee member I also have some defined responsibilities.

General:
I have two children, a son James Michael (Age 7) and a daughter Joelle Lindiwe (Age 2). 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.