About us
In 1837, an explorer found excellent grazing land in an area now known as Koonung Creek. Further south were gentle hills extending to a runnel known as Gardiner’s Creek. It was in this vicinity that the City of Box Hill grew.
It was 11 January 1891 when The Salvation Army came to Box Hill with their banners, flags and drum, to proclaim the Gospel to the people as they marched along the Whitehorse Road on a hot summer’s morning, to their rented premises at 1020 Whitehorse Road.
Since 1891, The Box Hill Salvation Army Corps has been serving their local community, telling and showing the good news of what Jesus has done for all people, and how we should live for others.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
John 3:16
Our ministry team at Box Hill Salvos
Major Karyn Wishart
Corps Officer (Senior Pastor)
Christina Kim
Intercultural Worker
Linh Dang
Community Engagement Worker
Our Corps Leadership Team
The Corps Leadership Team is commissioned to advise and support the corps officers in Salvation Army mission delivery.
As such, the team offers assistance and counsel on matters ranging from vision and goals to finance and property.
Current members include: Christine Lamotte, Gil Moore, Darren Waterworth, Major Karyn Wishart, Narelle Woods, Nick Ferrazza, Brad Wynne, Linh Dang, Captain Joy Shen-Crowden