Our Team

David Skirving

Senior Pastor

David grew up around the corner from the church but married a Sydney girl and moved over east. He worked as a medical doctor for a number of years before realising he just wanted to tell people about Jesus all day – so he became a pastor with a fire in his belly for evangelism. David did a two year internship at St Matthias church before studying for four years at Moore Theological College. He returned to Perth and worked as a pastor at Dalkeith church for seven years before joining the team at Subi Church. He is married to the beautiful Mya and they have three children: Saasha, Sophie and Justin.

Ray Forlin

Executive Pastor

Ray grew up in Perth and worked as a Software developer for 15 years before responding to the call to train to become a Pastor and completing his Masters of Divinity at Vose Bible college in Perth. His ministry experience includes many years of leadership at Bible Study Fellowship, followed by an internship at Subi Church, before becoming our Youth Pastor and Associate Pastor. In 2017 Ray became the Senior Pastor of East Fremantle Baptist and served there for almost 7 years before returning as our Executive Pastor in 2024. Ray is married to Caren and together they have 3 boys: Samuel, Zachary and Judson.

Amanda Tan

Executive Director

Amanda grew up in a Christian home, and has seen God’s hand in her life from an early age. She is married to Joachim and they have two children. She has served in not-for-profit organisations for the last 20 years in both paid and unpaid capacities. As the Executive Director, she sees her role as “equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ” (Ephesians 4:12). If you have a gift and would like to use it to further the kingdom, please don’t hesitate to contact her.

Braden Fildes

Associate Pastor

Braden grew up in Albany before moving up to Perth to study. He holds a master’s degree from Ridley Theological College and has a passion to help people read and understand the Bible for themselves. Braden is married to Rachel, and he enjoys any kind of adventure that’s with her. Braden oversees the small groups, young adults, and Nourish.

Steven Daly

Associate Pastor

Born in Perth, Steven grew up all over the place, including two stints in England. He became a Christian whilst completing a PhD in Biochemistry, which followed studies in Zoology. Steven was ordained in the Anglican Church of Australia some 13 years later after studies at Regent College (Vancouver) and Ridley College (Melbourne). He’s worked as a research scientist, actor, in chaplaincy (school, hospital, and university college), and for over 15 years in Anglican parish ministry. He is married to Jo (a pharmacist). Steven is passionate about biblical preaching and teaching, faithful scholarship, and prayer pastoral care. His interests include birds and cars.

Carson Johnston

Youth Pastor

Carson was born and raised in Perth, Western Australia and grew up at Subiaco Church of Christ. Carson studied at Trinity Theological College for his Bachelor of Theology, where he met his wife Abby, who helps him in Subi Youth. Carson is the Youth Pastor and oversees the youth ministry at Subi Church. Carson is passionate about youth ministry, and desires to help teenagers discover who God is and why trusting in Jesus is the greatest thing we can ever do. Carson’s hopes and prayers are that the youth of Subi Church will grow in their faith and love for God. Carson in his spare time loves playing sports, going to the gym, playing video games and watching the latest movies.

Abby Johnston

Next Gen and Comms Coordinator

Abby has lived in Perth her whole life, and met her husband Carson (the Youth Pastor) at Trinity Theological College while they were both studying there. Abby and Carson joined Subi Church at the end of 2023, and Abby has since been a part of the Kids and Youth ministries. She is passionate about fostering a church and youth group environment where young people feel loved, encouraged, safe, and excited to keep coming back. Abby loves hanging out with her very clingy dog Peanutbutter, spending time with her family, watching pretentious arthouse films, making and talking about art, and eating smash burgers. She also learned how to play video games initially as a way to connect with the youth, but it has since become an embarrassingly genuine hobby.

Airen Mulligan

Connect Ministry Director

Airen grew up in the Philippines and now lives in Perth with her husband Paul and daughter Hannah. Her background is in finance but she also has a passion for helping connect people with God and with each other, His Son and His Word. Airen’s high energy level enables her to take up this role while also working for a bank. In her spare time, you can find Airen watching Korean and Japanese variety shows like Running Man. She loves food and travelling, the next trip on her destination bucket list is Scandinavia. Any time of the day, ice cream -or the thought of ice cream- keeps her going.

David Graieg

Apologetics Minister at Large

David grew up in Subi. He is married to Grace, and they have been blessed with three girls. He is an adjunct lecturer at Alphacrucis University College, an adjunct lecturer at the Australian College of Ministries (ACOM), a teaching assistant at Curtin University, a sessional marker at Morling College, and an academic sessional at the University of Notre Dame. He is the founder of Why Christianity. PhD (2022) Sydney College of Divinity. ThM (2012) Dallas Theological Seminary. Author of Resurrection Remembered (Routledge, 2024), Christianity Today 2024 Book Awards finalist in Biblical Studies. David seeks to train people in the reasons for hope in Christ and is happy to meet up with anyone who wants to chat.

Esther Ong

Women’s Ministry Director

Linda Lee

Women’s Ministry Director

Linda is a Perth girl (born just down the road from church!). Before working at Subi Church, Linda worked in marketing and communications in the not-for-profit and government sectors. She has a heart for those who are discouraged and yet to hear the gospel. She loves studying the Bible and learning about God, and has a Grad Dip of Divinity from Trinity Theological College. Some of her favourite things are travelling, hiking, art, British comedy and anything to do with nature.

Mariana Gyokotu

Admin Assistant

Mariana is married to Fernando and they have a daughter, Stella. They are originally from Brazil and moved to Melbourne in 2015, where they lived for 9 years. In 2025, they moved to Perth to enjoy sunny weather and beautiful beaches. Back in Brazil she worked as a Portuguese teacher for primary and secondary students; in Melbourne, as a childcare educator. She was involved with Sunday School, Worship and Youth Ministries in her previous churches in Brazil and Melbourne. Mariana and her family joined Subi Church in 2025 and they love how warm, welcoming and joyful people are in this place. She is passionate about seeing how God works and makes an impact in people’s lives. During her free time she enjoys watching K-dramas or walking her cavoodle dog named Lola.

Maxwin Chong

Worship Director

Maxwin moved to Perth at age 17 to study Pharmacy at university and went on to work as a pharmacist for more than 10 years. He has been passionate about music from a young age, with a particular love for singing and piano. Much to his mum’s horror, raising Max often meant enduring music practice at all hours or driving him to youth services every week, where he was always involved in the band. Maxwin has served on church worship teams for over 20 years. While he spends a lot of time with worship music, his current playlist is filled with K-pop—where he often finds his latest musical inspirations. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, caring for his plants, and being delightfully distracted by his Shiba Inu puppy, Kona.

Melanie Tan

Subi Kids Director

Melanie is from Singapore and has been in Perth since 2010 when she moved here for university. She met her husband Raymond in a Subi church small group and they have since had two beautiful children, Annalisa and Michael. Mel has been serving in Subi Kids since 2018. She believes in the importance of bringing children up in a godly manner. Having two young children herself, she sees the importance of a structured Sunday school program where children can grow in the knowledge of God and develop a relationship with Him. Mel also leads the AWANA program. With two young children keeping her on her toes, Mel runs on minimal sleep and strong coffee. She enjoys the endorphin kick from a gym workout, but is not a fan of running. In her free time, she enjoys baking and cooking.

Pam Finch

Bookkeeper

Pam moved from Singapore to Perth in 2005 with her family and has been at Subi Church ever since. She and her husband Matt have two joyful & very energetic young children that keep them very busy! It is a great blessing for her to walk through the ups and downs of parenting with other mums at Subi as they seek to be an example of Christ’s love to their families. Pam enjoys supporting the many ministries at Subi that spread the good news of the Gospel to everyone who walks through the doors, and throughout the wider community. Her hope is that each person will see the goodness of God through the joy of being connected into the family of Christ. In her spare time, she often can be found at one of Perth’s many beautiful beaches or working on her newest painting (sometimes both at the same time!)

Shani Nel

Hospitality Director & Executive Assistant

Shani provides support to the pastors and oversees the hospitality ministry. She is passionate about serving others with welcoming hospitality and tasty food to encourage fellowship and to care for people. She has a heart for community outreach, especially through the monthly Coffee Mornings and Christmas lunch, to serve the lonely and vulnerable, through sharing God’s love and hope. Shani is married to Derek and they both adore their fur baby Amber. She loves running, beach swims and tea time.

Susan Richards

Evangelism Director

Susan has been a missionary with Child Evangelism Fellowship over 30 years. She was also a registered nurse for 27 years in main hospital in Perth. Sue is currently the Evangelism Director at Subi Church in a volunteer capacity. What she loves about Subi church is that it has many outreach ministries that effectively bring people to a joyous knowledge of the great news of Jesus. Her passion is that people come to know Jesus as their Saviour. In Him is amazing grace, profound hope beyond the grave and so much more. She loves reading great missionary and Christian biographies and Bible journaling in beautiful and peaceful surroundings like the park, riverside or beach.

Tracey Johnston

Connect Ministry Director

Vash Cunnoosaumi

Projects & Subi Kids Coordinator

Vash and her family relocated to Perth from sunny South Africa in 2023. She is an architect by profession and spent many years balancing her practice, academics and family life. She is passionate about education and nurturing a love for Jesus in children’s hearts. She was actively involved in children’s ministry back in her home church in South Africa. Vash is currently involved as a Subi Kids coordinator and she also uses her skills and experience to assist with various church projects. She enjoys quality time with her husband, Krishen, their two teenage kids and their fur baby, Charlie. They love going on long road trips, spending time in nature or simply enjoying a movie or board game together.