Author: Tom Mepham

Tom Mepham is the full-time minister of Student Soul. He received his Diploma in Ministry from the Knox Centre of Ministry and Leadership in December 2019, prior to which he graduated with a Bachelor of Theology from Otago University in 2017. He is a member of the Southern Presbytery, part of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand. Tom is also a writing and performing musician and you can keep up with his explorations at his website.

becoming fully free

February 21, 2020
Tom Mepham

Join us at Student Soul as we explore what it means to be fully free in our personal lives and as a community. Discover how the vision of freedom that God invites us into is both similar and different to the world around us.

What does “called, equipped, sent” mean? Part 1

February 10, 2020
Tom Mepham

Student Soul's ethos is summed up in three words: "called, equipped, sent." To be called is to claim your identity as a human with purpose and direction given by the creator. It's an invitation to follow Jesus and live into your true identity, choosing a life of meaning and purpose. The general call...

The secret nourishment of sacrificial love

July 21, 2019
Tom Mepham

In this sermon, Tom Mepham reflects on the story of Ruth in the Bible and how it teaches us to see the world as a place filled with glory and goodness, even in the midst of emptiness and pain. He encourages listeners to give space to their own pain, to focus on giving out to others, and to be open...

“C’mon, Let’s Do This” – Transformation in Mark 1:29-45

March 12, 2019
Tom Mepham

This sermon from Tom Mepham focuses on three key takeaways from Mark 1:29-45. Firstly, the transformative work of the kingdom does not thrive in hype. Secondly, uncovering this transformation requires focused prayer. Finally, Jesus is a trustworthy leader in this journey of transformation, and we...