Meet The Rhema FM Live Team

Belinda Tilley - C.E.O

A Woman who is passionate about God, and about People. 18 years experience in media and marketing Belinda is a creative dynamic personality with a very deep and convincing faith. She is CEO of South East Christian Broadcasters Incorporating Rhema FM live radio station 104.9FM and the associated bookshop OnTRACK. Life experiences in her field of media, in her ministry and in her role as a prayer leader in her nation Zimbabwe, have taken her to various countries in Africa, Malaysia, America, Canada, UK and now Australia she has many tales to tell and a powerful testimony to God’s faithfulness. She loves discipling and teaching people. She has a prophetic prayer ministry and is a confident passionate speaker. She is available to speak at Churches, Outreaches and all types of meetings. She teaches on subjects such as Media a Ministry for the extension of the Kingdom, Intimacy with God, Journaling, Hearing God, Prayer and Passion & Purpose. She would also love to share on what God is doing through South East Christian Broadcasters and the vision for the future of Rhema FM live in extending the Kingdom of God with the local body of Christ in the region.

Wayne Tilley

Wayne Is a fisherman by passion – of fish and of men. Auto technician by trade and a man with a huge gift of faith. A number of life experiences including the divorce from his first wife, death by cancer of his second wife have taught him a great deal about life, people and God. His enormous faith in God though his late wife’s illness and subsequent death, his remarriage to Belinda and their journey to Australia in answer to God’s call makes a fascinating testimony. Wayne supports Belinda in her leadership of South East Christian Broadcasters and oversees some of the maintenance areas of the ministry.

To Book Belinda or/and Wayne to speak to your church or organisation email her on Belinda@rhemaFMlive.com.au

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Henk Bruins - Chairman

Married to my lovely wife Clair for 33 years and father of 4 (3 daughters and a son). I have been attending AOG Church in Mount Gambier as a family for past 18 years. I have been Chairman of Rhema FM for the past 12 years since its inception in 1993. In December of 2004 I retired from Chartered accountancy after some 40 years in the accountancy profession, and nowadays spend my time as a property developer and over-sighting the operations of Rhema Fm and other business interests.

Why do I work at Rhema:I am passionate about RhemaFM fulfilling the vision that God gave us some 12 years ago, to bring Christian radio to the South East of South Australia and to parts of South Western Victoria. At the personal level I have a keen interest to see people find and achieve their God-given purpose for their lives and I enjoy working with people to establish and encourage them particularly in relation to financial matters and wealth creation.

Hobbies:My Hobbies include trail bike riding with my son and friends, and spending time with my family. I also have a passion to share the gospel message with people, and together with a like-minded group my wife and I do so under the and I do so under the banner of the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International.

My idea of pure Indulgence:Lets just imply say that recently a new road bike has been added to the list of boys toys!

What I do on days off:For relaxation my wife and I enjoy a weekend away at the beach, or a few days of leisurely shopping in the city.

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Sally Romain - Bookshop Volunteer, Board Member, Missions Assistant

I am married to Doug, a wonderful husband and support to me. We have 2 wonderful children, Scott and Kendi, and 1 lovely daughter-in-law Kylie who is expecting their 1st. child in August, and 1 great son-in-law Scott and they are expecting their 2nd. child in October. Our great No1 granddaughter Molly. All of us love the Lord.

Why do I work at Rhema:I felt Holy Spirit prompting me to attend the weekly prayer meeting. I believe the Radio Station has a vital role to play for the Lord in this town and district. I love meeting people in the bookshop.

Hobbies: Reading, scrapbooking, vegetable garden.

My idea of pure Indulgence: Curl up with a good book, in a comfortable chair, infront of a fire, with a cup of tea, followed closely, these days, by a rare banana split !

What I do on days off: When not organizing something, I love to work in the garden.

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Alaister Armstrong - Announcer

Breakie with Al

I am a very happily married man. My Wife Pauline is my muse, my greatest fan and critic (which is good) - she keeps me on the straight and Narrow. I'm Dad to 5 girls from 28-16! And Grandad to 3 kids 8yrs - 8months.

My early morning fun job is keep get you through your breakfast routine with some humour, some good music and loads of mostly helpful( if not at least entertaining) information - and to work in time, wearing the right gear for the weather of the day.

My day job is getting the residents of Lambert Village Supported Accommodation thru their day. I am the Manager there where we are currently facing many challenges but God is carrying us through.

Why do I work at Rhema: I asked God if I could do more for him and Rhema jumped up and grabbed hold of me. I love listening to all the good music and it gives me a different focus to my work. I love the idea of sowing seeds and that is essentially what we do - make people think about God and their own lives and families.

Hobbies: Walking on the beach, renovating houses, and hanging out with my wife and family.

My idea of pure Indulgence: Overnighting at a bed and breakfast with a spa and a bottle of red wine -and my wife of course!

What I do on days off: Hide!!! Go down the beach - we have a caravan down in Beachport for the summer. So that is good.

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Chris Wright - Announcer

Saturdays with Chris and Sunday Celebrations

Married with 5 great girls. and a good woman at my side at all times. I'm in heaven! Oh and not forgetting our two dogs and two cats! These are all females except Joseph the cat who is being trained to leave the toilet seat up so I don't always get blamed!.

My weekend job is keep get you up on a Saturday with a smile on your face and a spring in your step - preferably with a vegemite bite in your mouth! And guide you into Sunday with thought provoking nuggets and news, and some great praise and worship.

Why do I work at Rhema: Radio has always been my passion, and Rhema gives me place to bring my passion for God together with my passion for radio

Hobbies: Being on radio 4 wheel driving, learning guitar, the gym, aqua.

My idea of pure Indulgence: Watching Port Adelaide winning the footy final with vegemite sandwich in my hand

What I do on days off: Fun stuff with my wife - like slashing our block! Or Mowin' the Lawn - 2½ hrs on a ride on!

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Wayne Kerber - Morning Breaky show

WWW - Wakeup with Wayne

Married to Correen for nearly 30 years & father of 3 (2 girls & 1 boy).
A pastor serving God in the Lutheran Church in Mt. Gambier. Previously served in Brisbane, Qld for 5 + years. Was a trainer/educator for 8 years prior & linesman for ETSA prior to that for some 16 years.

Why do I work at Rhema: Because I reckon it’s a great way for the churches to work together in partnership with Rhema to reach people in the South East with the Gospel & if I can volunteer some of my personal time to contribute in some small way to reach this goal, that can only be a + to help people know about Jesus.

Hobbies: Spending quality time with my wife, with family & friends, golf, fishing, gardening.

My idea of pure indulgence: sitting down to a feed of crayfish & enjoying a good glass of wine.

What do I do on days off: play golf or go fishing or spend time in the garden or spend time with my lovely wife or go watch a movie.

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Bronwyn Sims - Bookshop

I am the mother of 5 children and 3 really cute grandchildren, the young at heart timbrel leader and an avid bookworm!

My job is to have fun at work – I really enjoy being in the bookshop. I love interacting one on one with the customers, and I love the feel of the shop. Its pretty much stress free… well mostly. I also help out with admin for the radio station.

Why do I work here: God called me – I came in on a Saturday and it was shut and the sign said it was only open on the availability of volunteers. So on the Monday I signed up and I have been ever since – 3 ½ years!

Hobbies: Reading, Hardanger Embroidery, Worship band,

My idea of pure indulgence: A good book, a comfy chair and a endless supply of black Forest Chocolate.

What do I do on days off: I don’t like having days off! I love being here at work!

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Leslie Williams - Production

I am a Spartan Athenian – I like the discipline of the Spartan, I like the Athenian pursuit of truth.

My job is to make sure the radio station programmes go to air, I upload all the programmes and get them ready for airing on the appropriate dates and times. I also do loads of trouble shooting on our somewhat temperamental broadcast system!

Why do I work here: I was praying that God would give me a job and this is the one he gave me. Now I have been here over 4 years!

Hobbies: Short wave radio listener, watching Documentaries, thinking about things!

My idea of pure indulgence: Is to be sat on my couch uninterruptedly watching myth busters

What I do on Days off: What days off ? As little as possible!

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Lorraine Frost: Music Loading

I have recently moved to Mount Gambier, having lived off the land and sea since marrying my husbhand Mort. We have two married children and 5 beautiful grandchildren.

I retired from the workforce at the end of April 2005 after working most of my time in the clerical fields, firstly with a law firm, then with the local performing arts office and the last 16 years as a medical secretary with a local orthopaedic clinic.

I have been a member of Rhema almost since the beginning, having been encouraged by John & Fionna Flett to join. It was really exciting to have a Christian radio station to listen to, although the reception in Glencoe was a bit scratchy!! Oh, how things have changed and developed over the years.

I had often thought over the years that I would like to be involved somehow with Rhema but had to be patient and wait for the right timing. Psalm 37 v 7 "Be still in the presence of the Lord and wait patiently for him to act." And act He did. After retiring and not having my fingers pounding the keyboard as they had been used to, was a bit hard to handle. I saw the plea for help in Rhema Heartbeat in December last year for someone to help with data entry of new music and felt my heart almost pounding out of my chest. I guess I had waited patiently enough and God was providing a place for me at the very place where two of my passions could come together, music/radio and keyboarding. As they say, the rest is history. I have been here almost twelve months now and I just love the people I work with. God is so..... good - all the time.

Hobbies: include music, my piano, cooking and 'clucking' over my grandchildren.

My idea of pure indulgence: I think would be sitting or lounging (that is just in case I drop off to sleep) in a nice comfy chair with a biography to read. I've just finished reading Paul Noble's life story. I find biographies encouraging and inspiring reading.

What I do on Days off: I'm yet to find that out, but I think I'm getting closer to finding out. 2 Chronicles Ch 30 v 8 "Do not be stubborn, as they were, but submit yourselves to the Lord." I'm trying to do this more so that God might have His way in my life.

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Deanne Turner: 104.9 Music Director

Why Did I Volunteer At Rhema?
1. Firstly, I came into the OnTrack Bookshop to do some hours of voluntary work in 2005 to gain some experience in customer service and retail. What I found was a group of loving, caring, godly friends and I have stayed on.
2. During this time I have developed my skills in the retail area but have also had the opportunity the grow in other areas, including keeping up to date with the new artists and their music, through internet and radio resources. This has also included downloading information and music and incorporating this into the Rhema programming. I have also had the opportunity of interviewing new and upcoming artists locally and interstate. It really is very interesting working in radio.
3. Now I have progressed into the announcer’s seat and music director. God is so awesome.

Why Rhema?
Because I love the fact that God has given this community a Christian radio station and I would like to be a part of this outreach. Plus I just love music.

About Me: I am a single mum with two teenage children. I attend the local AOG Church. I am involved with the music ministry at the Church.

Hobbies: include playing my guitar, going to the movies, enjoying the outdoors (especially with my children)

My idea of pure indulgence: I love to go for coffees with friends and chat, I like playing my Playstation and annoying the kids!!!!!! (not really)

My show : Is called ‘Morning Mix-Up’ with Dee. You can tune in from 8.00 am – 10.00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays to listen to the ‘mix-up’. It consists of contemporary and modern tracks with the occasional (definitely NOT country!!!) classic. Just joking. It also includes snippets of funny and light-hearted stories along with local events. There are occasional guests that join me and whatever else I might include in the ‘mix-up’.

If you would like to make a request or have any ideas or comments for the show please contact me at the station by emailing music@rhemafmlive.com.au